Special Collections Librarian P/T
Special Collections Librarian or Archivist
Sole charge position, you must be able to work with and manage volunteers, prioritize workload and enjoy working with heritage collections.
We are looking for someone with a library degree and an interest in archival or photographic collections or an archivist willing to also manage a small library.
You will set up systems, facilitate public access, answer public enquiries, care for the collection and process archive collections according archive principals.
Pay scale $22 per hour
One morning per week 9am -1 pm (flexibility over hours but preference to either Tuesday, Thursday or Friday as a set working day)
Preferred
- library qualification or museum studies degree or 3 +years experience in relevant field
- comfortable with computers / databases and scanning
To apply please send a C.V and cover letter stating experience to Curator Debra Kane
collections@fencible.org.nz or PO Box 38 105 Howick Auckland by 10th February 2012.
www.fencible.org.nz or ph 09) 5769506 if you have questions.
This could be good opportunity for someone, getting back into the workforce, juggling study or family commitments or other part time roles.
Be a part of this engaging heritage institution, free parking, a great cafe and wonderful park like surrounds.
methodical
good communicator
collections@fencible.org.nz or PO Box 38 105 Howick Auckland by 10th February 2012.
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Howick Historical VillageHowick Historical Village is an open air museum with 30 heritage buildings furnished with decor and displays highlighting the fencible period of 1840-1880. Costumed villagers are present on Live Days (every third Sunday of the month) and engage in Victorian crafts and pastimes.
Museum staff care for the artefacts which have been donated by the community and range from fabulous Victorian clothing, to military campaign desks with a focus on authentic domestic items. An archive, library and art collection can be researched by appointment. www.fencible.org.nz
Heritage gardens, chickens and rabbits make the village an beautiful relaxing family outing.
