Vacancy for Senior Collections Development Officer (Archives) at Lincolnshire County Council

Digital Preservation Coalition; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Lincolnshire is seeking an experienced archivist for the role of Senior Collections Development Officer. This full-time position involves overseeing archive management, ensuring legal compliance, and leading a dedicated team to enhance access and care for a significant collection. Ideal candidates will possess a postgraduate qualification in Archives & Records Management and relevant leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team within a local authority.
• Strong understanding of legal frameworks for archive collections.
• Proven track record in archival management.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of service strategies and delivery plans.
• Ensure proper management and care of collections.
• Maintain high standards of customer service.

Skills

Leadership

Archival management

Customer service

Legal compliance

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Archives & Records Management

Job description

Overview

Vacancy for Senior Collections Development Officer (Archives) at Lincolnshire County Council

16 July 2023

Lincolnshire, UK

Full-Time

About the role

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic archivist to join our team at Lincolnshire Archives as the Senior Collections Development Officer for Archives. The post requires a postgraduate qualification in Archives & Records Management and relevant experience leading a team within a local authority setting. As a member of a wider collections management team you will be responsible for the management, care, access and interpretation of Lincolnshire County Council\'s large archive collection.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Leading the development and implementation of service strategies and delivery plans that meet organisational targets and objectives, and the maintenance of Archive Service Accreditation and Place of Deposit status.
• Ensuring proper management and care of collections, including accessibility in reference to the necessary legal frameworks, such as the Public Records Act, Freedom of Information, Data Protection, Copyright and Intellectual Property Rights laws, etc.
• Taking a strong practical approach in day-to-day operations including repository processes, reprographics and reproduction services, overseeing enquiry response processes and maintaining an excellent and consistent standard of customer service.

"About the role" and other portfolio details describe collaboration with the Culture Service’s sites including Lincoln Castle, Lincoln Museum, The Usher Gallery, The Museum of Lincolnshire Life, Discover Stamford and The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Centre.