Library and Archival Assistant, Ukrainian Museum of Canada, Saskatoon, SK

Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Compensation: $20/hour

The Ukrainian Museum of Canada is North America's oldest Ukrainian museum, dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and sharing the rich history, culture, and heritage of Ukrainians in Canada and worldwide. Our extensive library and archives house a remarkable collection of resources, including books, documents, and artifacts reflecting Ukrainian history, arts and crafts, religion and society, literature, music, and more.

Description and Duties    
Position Overview:

The Library and Archives Assistant will play a key role in organizing and cataloguing the museum's library collection and assisting with archival management and digitization projects. The successful candidate will work closely with the museum's staff to ensure materials are well-preserved, accessible, and appropriately documented for research and public use.

Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term Internship (23 weeks).

Hours: Monday-Friday or Tuesday-Saturday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (flexibility may occasionally be required for special projects or events). 37.5 hours per week.

Library Organization and Cataloguing:

• Organize and catalogue books and materials, primarily focused on Ukrainian history, arts and crafts, religion, society, literature, and local histories.
• Input bibliographic data into the museum's cataloguing system (PastPerfect).
• Perform basic preservation tasks to protect materials from deterioration.
• Utilize basic reading knowledge of Ukrainian to accurately interpret and catalogue library and archival items.

Archival Assistance:

• Assist with organizing, documenting, and cataloguing archival materials, including handwritten letters, typewritten documents, and photographs.
• Support digitization efforts, including scanning materials, creating metadata, and managing digital files.
• Collaborate with other staff on archival research and special projects as needed.

General Duties:

• Perform other duties as appropriate to the role, including assisting with collections care, public programs, and events as needed.
• Contribute to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for museum visitors, researchers, and staff.
• Qualifications    Education: Diploma or degree in Library and Information Science, Archival Studies, History, or a related field. Equivalent experience will be considered.

Languages:

• Basic reading knowledge of Ukrainian is essential.
• Fluency in English is essential.

Technical Skills:

• Familiarity with library cataloguing systems and archival management practices.
• Proficiency with digitization equipment and software is an asset.
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and database systems.

Other Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Interest in Ukrainian culture, history, and heritage is highly desirable.
Additional Information    Eligibility: This position is funded through Young Canada Works (YCW). To be eligible, candidates must:

• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have refugee status in Canada.
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Be between the ages of 16 and 30 at the start of employment.
• Have recently graduated from a post-secondary institution within the past 24 months.
• Be registered in the YCW online candidate inventory.
• Be unemployed or underemployed and not receiving Employment Insurance (EI) benefits while employed in this position.
• Commit to the full duration of the work assignment.
• Not have another full-time job (over 30 hours per week) while employed in this position.

How to Apply    

Please register for a Young Canada Works (YCW) account and express interest in the posted position. Also, submit your resume and cover to director@umcnational.ca. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application Webpage (URL)    https://young-canada-works.canada.ca/Opportunity/ProjectDetails?projectId=23002&showBackToSearch=true
Application Deadline: May 8th, 2025
Use of AI in Application Process: No