Head of Archives & Special Collections

About the Company

Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide, focused on student experience and community.

Industry
Non-Profit Organization Management

Type
Educational Institution

Employees
1-10

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Head of Archives and Special Collections to lead the strategic and operational management of one of the largest and most diverse collections of unique and rare materials in Canada. The successful candidate will be responsible for re-imagining and elevating the visibility and impact of these exceptional holdings, which include significant collections in Canadian history, literature, science, medicine, business, art, music, and Indigenous materials. This leadership role involves providing vision, managing a dynamic team, and ensuring the delivery of a wide range of services, including access, digitization, and outreach. The Head will also be expected to contribute to the development of the company's strategic and operational plans, align them with university goals, and foster a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion.





Applicants for the Head of Archives and Special Collections position at the company should have a Master's degree in Archival Studies or a related field, with a minimum of 5 years' skilled experience, including at least 3 years in people management. The role requires a candidate with a strong track record in supervising and developing staff, as well as experience in service delivery and operations within an archives or special collections setting. The ideal candidate will have outstanding communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to build and sustain relationships both within the institution and with the wider community. A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is essential, and experience with grant writing, donor stewardship, and various metadata and descriptive standards is preferred.

Hiring Manager Title
Associate University Librarian

Functions

- Education/Academic Administration
- Operations

📌 Head of Archives & Special Collections (London)
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