Archivist - Full Time

Job No: S3100

Location: Anglican Church SQ - Organisational Support Services - Brisbane, QLD

Employment Status: Full Time

No. of Vacancies: 1

Closing Date: 3 Nov 2017 AEST

About the Position

The Anglican Church Southern Queensland provides much needed services for the community, including parishes, schools, theological education, financial services, residential aged care facilities, and community care and social service programs through Anglicare SQ. The Finance and Diocesan Services Commission supports the mission of the Church by ensuring the proper management of all financial, banking, investment and treasury services across the Diocese and by the provision of support services to Diocesan Operations including payroll, HR and WH&S advice, Records and Archives management and marketing and communication support.

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Archivist to join our team, managing the Archives of the Anglican Church SQ, including the appraisal, transfer, retention, disposal, accessioning, storage, arrangement and description, preservation and conservation, and reference and access, of records. The position supervises one part time Archives Assistant, reports to the Group Manager, Organisational Support Services within the Finance and Diocesan Services Commission, and is supported by a Records and Archive Committee in an advisory capacity.

About You

With a well-established career in records management, your previous experience will include:

• High level competencies in archiving, record-keeping and document management in all formats
• Robust understanding of current legislation requirements
• Previous experience in the development, maintenance and implementation of policies and procedures, particularly in relation to digital records
• Demonstrated knowledge of risk management, cost-effectiveness and efficiency practices
• Capabilities in the provision of both strategic and operational advice and guidance to staff
• Writing and editing skills and maintenance of Archives web pages
• Experience in budget and resource management, including annual reviews

Offering a high level of integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality, you will also be:

• Organised with excellent time management and the ability to prioritise effectively
• A problem-solver who offers innovative solutions within organisational frameworks
• Able to develop and maintain positive working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Experienced in a leadership role and comfortable with the supervision and training of staff and volunteers
• Good at listening and interpreting the needs of clients while supporting their learning

You will be required to hold relevant tertiary qualifications, a National Police Certificate and current membership with the Australian Society of Archivists (or be eligible to join).

What We Offer

Anglican Church SQ is committed to building a highly skilled workforce, assisted by a dedicated management team. We also offer:

• Working within a team of dedicated professionals in an environment of continuous improvement
• A chance to support one of Queensland’s largest and well-respected non-profit organisations
• A centralised location with easily accessible public transport options, including bus, train & ferry
• Work/life balance and the option to increase your take home pay with Salary Packaging

Show Your Interest

Apply now and be rewarded with a position that contributes to the Mission of the Anglican Church, while positively influencing the operation of the Finance and Diocesan Services team. People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island heritage are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position Description

To submit an application and to view a copy of the Position Description, click ‘Apply’ below or visit http://www.anglicanchurchsq.applynow.net.au/ and refer to job number S3100

For further information please contact

Sandra Long on 07 3838 7758

Applications close Friday 3^rd November 2017

Assistance from Recruitment Agencies is not required at this time

Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a Pre-Employment Assessment that requires disclosure of pre-existing injuries, illnesses or conditions that could reasonably be aggravated by performing the duties of this position.

About Us

The Anglican Church Southern QLD offers a broad range of career opportunities across southern QLD - from Bundaberg in the north to Coolangatta in the south and across the south-west from Birdsville to Brisbane.

With the aim of the whole church engaged in the whole mission, we provide much needed services for the community, including parishes, schools, theological education and financial services, and residential aged care facilities, community care and social service programs through Anglicare Southern QLD.

All services within the Anglican Church Southern QLD are supported by Diocesan Services and Financial Services, a centralised shared-service infrastructure that provides a range of corporate services including Information and Communication Technology, Finance, Marketing and Fundraising, Communications, Human Resources, Property and Risk, Compliance and Insurance.

By living our values, championing industry best-practice, and working together to deliver quality services in a large faith-based organisation, we not only offer diverse and unique career pathways, but also the opportunity to make a real difference – in our organisation, the industries we work in, and in our community.