St. Lawrence County Historical Association
Canton, New York
Archives/Collection Manager

The St. Lawrence County Historical Association and Silas Wright House Museum, archives and reading room are home to numerous unique historic documents, photographs, maps, books, and other resources available for research use by genealogists, students, and the general public.

Core Responsibilities, but not limited to:
Daily management of the SLCHA archives and reading room
Greeting and assisting in-person researchers
Helping to develop and implement policies for archival collections at SLCHA
Supervising archives volunteers and interns
Fulfilling research requests that come in via phone, email, and website

Education & Experience Requirements:
B.A. required, preferably in History, English, or other humanities field
Three years of archives experience, at least two years as manager
Supervisory experience

Required Skills/Qualities:
A friendly and professional demeanor
Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing with fellow staff members, trustees, and visitors/researchers
Experience and comfort with computers, Windows PC operating system
Demonstrated experience with digital photography and processing, and scanning equipment
Demonstrated ability and experience using PastPerfect Museum Software PastPerfect Online
Demonstrated experience with archival and collections policies including accessioning and acquisitions
Ability to work both independently and with a team
An eye for detail
Prospective Hours and Schedule:
Full Time
Tuesday through Saturday
Salary: $30,000, plus a $3,000 health insurance stipend
To Apply: Email cover letter, resume and three references to: [log in to unmask]
Applications accepted until 5 p.m., Friday, September 24, 2021

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