Lead Project Archivist

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)
Salary package: $95,987 - $110,489 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, Fixed term (up to 12 months)

Position overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented archivist to support a project focused on making a major donation of personal papers accessible for research. In this role, you will apply your professional archival expertise to arrange and describe a complex collection, contribute to the ANU Archives catalogue, and liaise with stakeholders regarding the collection’s content and significance. You will also help scope future promotional and digitisation opportunities. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience working with large, complex archival collections and be familiar with archival management systems and accessibility standards. Working under the guidance of the Senior Archivist, you will also supervise an Assistant Archivist to ensure the project’s successful delivery.

Ideal candidate

The ideal candidate will have a degree in archives management or a related field, with extensive experience working on large and complex archival collections, particularly personal papers. They will be skilled in archival appraisal, disposal, arrangement, and description, and have strong knowledge of descriptive standards such as ISAD(G). Proficiency in using archival management systems, particularly AtoM, is essential. The candidate will have experience supervising staff, managing competing deadlines, and planning projects to enhance collection accessibility through digitisation and public programs. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, along with discretion and professionalism when handling confidential material, are also key to success in this role.

For further information please contact Sarah Lethbridge, Senior Archivist, T: +61 2 6125 5919 or E: sarah.lethbridge@anu.edu.au 

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process.  An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.