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The Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton (CAEDM) gladly invites you to join us on the exciting venture of friendship with our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, who is our Life. Transformed by His truth and love, we find hope and joy by living in His Word.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Archives Clerk (Summer Student) to join our team. You will assist in the maintenance and retrieval of information from sacramental records ensuring preservation and access. This position is a temporary, full time (35 hours/week) and onsite, located at the Pastoral & Administration Offices, 84 Street and 101 Avenue, in Edmonton.
CAEDM is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Summer Student Archives Clerk to assist with the organization, preservation, and digitization of archival materials. This position is ideal for students interested in history, library sciences, records management, museum studies, or public administration.
Duties
- Performs the tasks of preparing records, digitizing them and saving files according to guidelines.
- Conduct basic research to support archival descriptions
- Help maintain confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive records
- Support staff with general administrative and archival projects
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in history, library studies, information management, museum studies, or a related field
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience handling records or archival materials is considered an asset
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in genealogical and historical research.
- Knowledge of the Roman Catholic faith and sacraments.
- Knowledge of Canadian specifically Western Canadian history including the history of the Catholic Church in Western Canada.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Proficiency in English and French.
- Ability to read and transcribe cursive script, especially French.
All employees are required to undergo a Police Records Check including the Vulnerable Sector Information Check and Intervention Records Check.
If you have questions or to learn more about this position, please contact Lea de la Paz, Archives Lead, at Lea.delaPaz@caedm.ca
We thank all those who apply; however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.
To apply for this job email your details to Lea.delaPaz@caedm.ca.
