Job Opportunity at the Sechelt Community Archives
Salary: $25,000, $27/hr
Hours: Part-time or full-time depending on candidate
Job Type: Fixed term contract between July 2026 and March 2027
Start date: July 16, 2026
The Sechelt Community Archives is seeking an Archives Assistant to support the data management, organization, and documentation of archival materials. Applicants must meet the requirements for Young Canada Works at Building Careers in Heritage: be a Canadian citizen (or permanent resident), be between the ages of 16-30, and have completed a university or college degree.
This temporary contract position plays a key role in advancing ongoing archival and digital preservation projects. The role ensures efficient and accurate management of archival records, data entry, and supports the archive team in maintaining high-quality archival standards.
SCA is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and persons with disabilities.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Archivist, the Archives Assistant supports archival projects by processing, organizing, and managing digital and physical materials. The main project we will be data entry to transfer archival content from the existing SCA website to the Access to Memory (AtoM) database. The role includes ensuring proper metadata entry and assisting with quality control. By supporting accurate workflows and archival standards, the Archives Assistant contributes to the preservation and accessibility of the Sechelt Community Archives’ collections.
Responsibilities
• Conduct data entry for archival records in content management systems or databases.
• Process and organize digital files, including renaming, metadata entry, and file management.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy, clarity, and completeness of digitized materials.
• Coordinate with the Archives team to support smooth project execution.
• Assist with other archive-related tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
• Successful completion of post-secondary coursework in Archival or Library Studies, or a relevant field.
• Knowledge of and experience with the Rules for Archival Description (RAD)
• Ability to operate database software Access to Memory (AtoM); training provided.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Experience with descriptive and subject cataloguing.
• Strong communication skills for working with the team.
• Highly organized with careful attention to detail, particularly with digital assets.
• Self-directed with the ability to manage time effectively, maintain quality standards, and audit work independently.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary (living wage)
• Flexible hours, possibility for remote work
• Supportive, collaborative work environment with Archivist Laura Millar on advising team
• Opportunities for professional development
Please forward a resume, cover letter, and 3 references by email to: [email protected]
Include "YCW 2026" in the Subject Line
Application deadline: June 15, 2026
Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted, thanks for your interest!
This position is funded by Young Canada Works
Hours: Part-time or full-time depending on candidate
Job Type: Fixed term contract between July 2026 and March 2027
Start date: July 16, 2026
The Sechelt Community Archives is seeking an Archives Assistant to support the data management, organization, and documentation of archival materials. Applicants must meet the requirements for Young Canada Works at Building Careers in Heritage: be a Canadian citizen (or permanent resident), be between the ages of 16-30, and have completed a university or college degree.
This temporary contract position plays a key role in advancing ongoing archival and digital preservation projects. The role ensures efficient and accurate management of archival records, data entry, and supports the archive team in maintaining high-quality archival standards.
SCA is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and persons with disabilities.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Archivist, the Archives Assistant supports archival projects by processing, organizing, and managing digital and physical materials. The main project we will be data entry to transfer archival content from the existing SCA website to the Access to Memory (AtoM) database. The role includes ensuring proper metadata entry and assisting with quality control. By supporting accurate workflows and archival standards, the Archives Assistant contributes to the preservation and accessibility of the Sechelt Community Archives’ collections.
Responsibilities
• Conduct data entry for archival records in content management systems or databases.
• Process and organize digital files, including renaming, metadata entry, and file management.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy, clarity, and completeness of digitized materials.
• Coordinate with the Archives team to support smooth project execution.
• Assist with other archive-related tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
• Successful completion of post-secondary coursework in Archival or Library Studies, or a relevant field.
• Knowledge of and experience with the Rules for Archival Description (RAD)
• Ability to operate database software Access to Memory (AtoM); training provided.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Experience with descriptive and subject cataloguing.
• Strong communication skills for working with the team.
• Highly organized with careful attention to detail, particularly with digital assets.
• Self-directed with the ability to manage time effectively, maintain quality standards, and audit work independently.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary (living wage)
• Flexible hours, possibility for remote work
• Supportive, collaborative work environment with Archivist Laura Millar on advising team
• Opportunities for professional development
Please forward a resume, cover letter, and 3 references by email to: [email protected]
Include "YCW 2026" in the Subject Line
Application deadline: June 15, 2026
Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted, thanks for your interest!
This position is funded by Young Canada Works
Employment at the Museum
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Past Positions
Summer Museum Assistant
Period of Employment: June 5 – August 30, 2025
Deadline for Application: May 16, 2025
Hours: 32.5 hrs/week; Wednesday to Sunday
Salary: $21.50 per hour + vacation pay
The Sunshine Coast Museum and Archives explores the connection between land, sea and human experience. Our mandate is to preserve and present the diverse history of the Sunshine Coast through exhibits, public programming, and community outreach. We have two floors of exhibits, a reference library, an extensive collection of artifacts, and a community archives. The Museum is situated in the heart of Gibsons Landing, in the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh and shíshálh Nation.
Job Description:
We are searching for our next amazing Summer Museum Assistant! Join the museum team and have an inspiring summer exploring the history of the Sunshine Coast in this dynamic and creative heritage position. If you are excited about creating a welcoming experience for our visitors while developing a diverse set of museum-related skills, this job is for you!
Our Summer Museum Assistant will assist in all aspects of museum operations including visitor services, gift shop operations, collections management, collections care and documentation, exhibit development, database work, research, and tours. The Museum Assistant will work closely with the Manager/Curator and Curatorial Assistant in a supportive and positive work environment. Under the mentorship of museum staff, you will gain experience in leadership, planning, and event coordination. You will also learn about museum standards and policy, collections care, cataloguing, research procedures, and database software. This position will provide experience in public service, team work, and collaboration.
As an organization, we value positive interpersonal skills, and consider writing and a good sense of humour an asset! In this position, we will find ways to support your passion and creativity in projects that are personally meaningful. Cash-handling experience is also an asset.
Skills Required:
Do you have great communication skills and love working with the public? Are you organized, detail-oriented, and computer literate? Do you love working as part of a team, but also thrive working independently?
Our ideal Summer Museum Assistant will have some post-secondary training in a related field (education, history, anthropology, museum studies, library and archival studies, curatorial studies) and must be between the ages of 15 and 30. We also encourage individuals to apply if they are considering a career in heritage, archives, or library sciences. Candidates will be chosen on the basis of their skill level and ability.
The SCMA is an inclusive workplace, and we encourage applications from everyone.
Please forward a resume, cover letter, and 3 references by email to: [email protected]
Include Summer Museum Assistant in the Subject Line
Or mail to: P.O. Box 716, Gibsons BC, V0N 1V0; Attn: Matthew Lovegrove, Manager/Curator
Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted, thanks for your interest!
This position is funded by Canada Summer Jobs
Period of Employment: June 5 – August 30, 2025
Deadline for Application: May 16, 2025
Hours: 32.5 hrs/week; Wednesday to Sunday
Salary: $21.50 per hour + vacation pay
The Sunshine Coast Museum and Archives explores the connection between land, sea and human experience. Our mandate is to preserve and present the diverse history of the Sunshine Coast through exhibits, public programming, and community outreach. We have two floors of exhibits, a reference library, an extensive collection of artifacts, and a community archives. The Museum is situated in the heart of Gibsons Landing, in the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh and shíshálh Nation.
Job Description:
We are searching for our next amazing Summer Museum Assistant! Join the museum team and have an inspiring summer exploring the history of the Sunshine Coast in this dynamic and creative heritage position. If you are excited about creating a welcoming experience for our visitors while developing a diverse set of museum-related skills, this job is for you!
Our Summer Museum Assistant will assist in all aspects of museum operations including visitor services, gift shop operations, collections management, collections care and documentation, exhibit development, database work, research, and tours. The Museum Assistant will work closely with the Manager/Curator and Curatorial Assistant in a supportive and positive work environment. Under the mentorship of museum staff, you will gain experience in leadership, planning, and event coordination. You will also learn about museum standards and policy, collections care, cataloguing, research procedures, and database software. This position will provide experience in public service, team work, and collaboration.
As an organization, we value positive interpersonal skills, and consider writing and a good sense of humour an asset! In this position, we will find ways to support your passion and creativity in projects that are personally meaningful. Cash-handling experience is also an asset.
Skills Required:
Do you have great communication skills and love working with the public? Are you organized, detail-oriented, and computer literate? Do you love working as part of a team, but also thrive working independently?
Our ideal Summer Museum Assistant will have some post-secondary training in a related field (education, history, anthropology, museum studies, library and archival studies, curatorial studies) and must be between the ages of 15 and 30. We also encourage individuals to apply if they are considering a career in heritage, archives, or library sciences. Candidates will be chosen on the basis of their skill level and ability.
The SCMA is an inclusive workplace, and we encourage applications from everyone.
Please forward a resume, cover letter, and 3 references by email to: [email protected]
Include Summer Museum Assistant in the Subject Line
Or mail to: P.O. Box 716, Gibsons BC, V0N 1V0; Attn: Matthew Lovegrove, Manager/Curator
Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted, thanks for your interest!
This position is funded by Canada Summer Jobs