Description
We are seeking an enthusiastic Archivist to join Hillingdon Heritage, helping to preserve, develop and promote our unique archive collections while delivering an excellent service to residents, researchers and visitors.
As Archivist, you will be responsible for the care, management and accessibility of the Council's archive collections, including digital records.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage, catalogue and document archive collections in line with professional standards.
- Ensure the safe preservation and storage of archive material, including digital collections.
- Coordinate the transfer of records from Council departments in accordance with retention policies.
- Support the development of collections through donations and acquisitions.
- Contribute to Archive and Museum Accreditation work.
- Support public access to archive collections and supervise archive visits.
- Act as a key point of contact for researchers and enquiries.
- Deliver talks, presentations and guided tours to visitors, schools and community groups.
- Contribute to exhibitions, interpretation materials, learning resources and digital content.
- Support the development of social media and public engagement activities.
- Ensure compliance with Data Protection, Freedom of Information and Copyright legislation.
- Build relationships with heritage organisations, community groups and professional networks.
- Undertake research into local and military history to support interpretation and public understanding.
Requirements:
- A qualification in Archive Administration, Archives and Records Management, Information Studies or a related discipline.
- Experience cataloguing, managing and caring for archive collections.
- Knowledge of archive management principles and professional standards.
- Understanding of Data Protection, Freedom of Information and Copyright legislation.
- Excellent research, organisational and communication skills.
- Experience supporting researchers and members of the public.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
- A commitment to providing excellent customer service.
Benefits:
- Flexible Working Hours
- 36 Hour Week
- Generous Holiday Entitlement
- Hillingdon Sports & Leisure
- Salary Sacrifice Schemes
- Cycle to Work
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Perkbox Benefits
- Mental Health Support and Counselling Services
- Travel Support
- Trade Union Membership