McMaster University – Hamilton, ON

Job Details
Job Title: Archives Processing Librarian
Job ID: 61397
Location: Central Campus
Open Date: 06/14/2024
Close Date: 07/07/2024
Job Type: Contractually Limited Appointment
Employee Group: McMaster University Academic Librarians Association
Department: Distinctive Collections
Salary Grade/Band: Level 1
Salary Range: $61,651.15 – $88,828.43
Hours per Week: 35

Posting Details
Schedule: 35hrs per week
Education Level: Master’s Degree
Career Level: Level 1

Job Description:

McMaster University Library is seeking two knowledgeable and collaborative archivists to join the William Ready Division of Archives and Research Collections. The Archives Processing Librarian is responsible for a range of archival activities and supporting student and researcher access to archives and special collections in the William Ready Division of Archives and Research Collections. The incumbent will appraise, arrange, and describe archival fonds and collections acquired by the Ready Division. They will also assist in the management of the Division’s collections and provide research help in the Division’s reading room.

The successful candidate will:

• Appraise, arrange, and describe archives in all formats following accepted professional standards and practices. Work collaboratively with the Digital Archives Librarian in the processing of born-digital materials.
• Provide research help in the Ready Division, both in-person and via e-mail.
• Participate in the management of the Division’s collections, including their security, the proper storage of archives and books, and the efficient use of the Division’s storage spaces.
• Assist as requested in outreach activities and in promoting use of the Division’s collections by McMaster students and faculty, as well as external users.

This is a full time, 12-month contractually-limited appointment reporting to the Associate University Librarian, Distinctive Collections. Normally scheduled weekly hours will be Monday – Friday, between 8:00am – 5:00 pm (35 hours/week).

Qualifications:

The successful candidate must have the following:

• A Master’s degree in Archival Studies, Library Science, or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program or its equivalent.
• Knowledge of principles and methods used in the arrangement and description of archives or special collections materials.

Additional qualifications that may be beneficial include:

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment. 
• A second Master’s degree in a field related to the Division’s collections.
• Experience in the arrangement and description of archives or special collections materials.

Compensation:

It is anticipated that the appointment will be made at the rank of Librarian I, with an annual salary range of $61,651.15 – $88,828.43. This position is included in the McMaster University Academic Librarians’ Association bargaining unit. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position includes a competitive and comprehensive benefit package. The full Position Responsibility Statement is available from the Library Human Resources Office. Further information about the University Library is available at http://library.mcmaster.ca.

Additional Information:

McMaster University Library expects librarians to be active and engaged with the broader library and research community through both professional service and professional or scholarly activity as defined in Article 3 of the MUALA Collective Agreement.

Qualified persons who wish to be considered for this opportunity should submit their curriculum vitae with a covering letter. The estimated start date for this position is September 3, 2024.

What you can Expect from Working at McMaster:

As one of Canada’s most research-intensive universities, working at McMaster University is an opportunity to be involved in a thriving community comprised of internationally renowned professionals and research institutes.

McMaster University is principally sited on an attractive campus in west Hamilton, adjacent to residential neighbourhoods and the Royal Botanical Gardens’ Cootes Paradise wetland and trails. It is possible to live within easy walking or cycling distance of the campus, with easy pedestrian-safe transportation on the nearby rail-trail.

Working at McMaster University brings a robust total rewards package, which is more than just a salary. The elements and structure of the total rewards packages vary by employee group but include:

• Employer-paid benefits including Extended Health, Dental, Emergency Out-of-Country Travel Coverage & Basic Life Insurance
• Group RRSP
• Training, coaching and professional development opportunities
• Employee tuition assistance for development and education
• Opportunities to be a part of an academic environment working alongside professionals who share a passion for learning
• Progressive paid annual vacation plan

Please see Total Rewards Overview for MUALA for more Information.

How to Apply:

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

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Employment Equity Statement:

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey – Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

• Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679
  to communicate accommodation needs.

Hybrid Work Language:

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.