Greetings...

I have been asked to post this notice on several lists.
Please excuse cross-postings.
Respondents should reply to the addressee named in the advertisement,
not to me.  Thanks!

Suzanne Dubeau
AAOLIST Administrator

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ADJUNCT ARCHIVIST

York University Libraries invite applications for the position of
Adjunct Archivist from June 1, 2002 to August 31, 2003. Responsibilities
include reference and research services in Archives and Special
Collections and the appraisal, accessioning, arrangement, description
and control of archival records.

York University is the third largest university in Canada serving a
population of approximately 50,000 students from diverse cultures. York
University Archives and Special Collections hold 690 metres of
university records; over 1900 metres of private and institutional papers
and an extensive collection of non-textual materials. Special
Collections has over 20,000 volumes of published Canadiana, including
Canadian pamphlets.

Qualifications

A graduate library science/information studies degree with archival
concentration accredited by the ALA, or a Masters degree in Archival
Studies, or a Masters degree in a related field with archival
concentration. Demonstrated experience in processing and providing
access to archival and special collections. Working knowledge of Rules
for Archival Description (RAD) and records/information management. An
understanding of copyright, privacy legislation and Encoded Archival
Description (EAD) is an asset. Effective oral and written communication
skills, ability to maintain effective working relationship with
University officers, colleagues and donors.

York University has an Affirmative Action Program with respect to its
faculty and librarian appointments. The designated groups are: women,
racial/visible minorities, persons with disabilities and aboriginal
peoples. Persons in these groups must self-identify in order to
participate in the Affirmative Action Program. York University Libraries
welcome applications from persons in these groups. The Affirmative
Action Program can be found on York's web site at
http://www.yorku.ca/acadjobs/ or a copy can be obtained by calling the
Affirmative Action office at 416-736-5713. Canadian citizens and
permanent residents will be considered first for this position. The
anticipated salary level is low 50s.

Campus resources include an on-site daycare centre, a women's centre, a
race and ethnic relations centre, a sexual harassment centre, a
'positive space' program in support of sexual and gender diversity, and
a wellness centre. York University encourages attitudes of respect and
non-discrimination toward persons of all ethnic and religious groups,
regardless of gender or sexual orientation.

Preference will be given to applications received before April 7, 2002.
Applications including a covering letter relating qualifications to
requirements of the position, a current curriculum vitae and the name of
two referees should be sent to:

Chair, Adjunct Archivist Appointment Committee
York University, Scott Library, Room 310
4700 Keele Street, Toronto, Ontario
M3J 1P3
(416) 736-5451 (fax)

We appreciate all applications but are unable to acknowledge them
individually. Only candidates being considered for an interview will be
contacted.

Applications should be sent by mail or by fax with a mail copy
following. We will not accept applications sent by e-mail.

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