Part-Time Archives Engagement Officer (Heritage Programs)

Lancashire County Council; Burnley; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council's Lancashire Archives are seeking an Archives Engagement Officer to support the management and care of archive and local history collections at Burnley Library. This part-time, temporary role (14.8 hours per week) requires Thursdays and Fridays and runs through Sept 2030.

You will lead volunteer opportunities, support the High 5 for Heritage programme, and foster access to Burnley Library's local history collections, working with partners and stakeholders to deliver

Qualifications

• Experience of working with people and sharing stories.
• Experience of working with volunteers and collaborating with stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work independently to lead delivery.

Responsibilities

• Support management and care of archive and local history collections at Burnley Library.
• Lead on volunteer opportunities for local history research and community engagement.
• Support the High 5 for Heritage programme and partner projects to increase access to local history materials.

Job description

Lancashire County Council's Lancashire Archives are seeking an Archives Engagement Officer to support the management and care of archive and local history collections at Burnley Library. This part-time, temporary role (14.8 hours per week) requires Thursdays and Fridays and runs through Sept 2030.

You will lead volunteer opportunities, support the High 5 for Heritage programme, and foster access to Burnley Library's local history collections, working with partners and stakeholders to deliver