Archives Intern (Temporary, Full-Time)

Join us and help make a difference! At Grey County we work together to deliver essential public services that meet the needs of our communities. Grey County isn't just a great place to live; its also a great place to work!

We are proud to offer competitive wages and an attractive total compensation package. We support learning and continuous employee development, and champion career progression for our employees. We value work-life balance, so you can make the most of your career at Grey County, while making the most of your life in Grey County!

Applications will be accepted until Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.

Grey Roots Museum & Archives is looking for a hard-working and dedicated recent-graduate aged 30 years or younger at the start of work to assist us in preserving Grey County’s documentary heritage and making it accessible. Grey Roots is home to an Archives, Museum, as well as Moreston Heritage Village for local visitors and travellers.

Position: Archives Intern
Wage: $24.18 - $24.74
Duration: Monday, September 8 to Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 35-hours per week
Location: Grey Roots Museum & Archives
102599 Grey Road 18, RR4
Owen Sound, ON
N4K 5N6

Duties

• Inventory, arrangement and description of archival holdings
• Research and writing tasks
• Work with images
• Digitization and preservation
• Other duties as required

Job Requirements:

• Good communication skills
• Good research skills
• Creative
• Detail-oriented
• Good computer skills
• Good customer service skills

Ideal candidates have pursued studies in relevant disciplines (information management, archival or library studies), are punctual and possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, along with strong organization skills. The selected candidate will be responsible, able to follow directions well, and demonstrate an ability to work with minimal supervision. A keen interest in local history is also an asset. Necessary training and support will be provided. Overtime, evening and weekend hours may be required. To qualify for this position, candidates must have graduated from a college, CEGEP, or university.

This position has been made possible with funding support from Young Canada Works at Building Careers in Heritage.

The County of Grey is an equal opportunity employer. Our organization encourages applications from all candidates, including members of the Government of Canada’s employment equity groups (women, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, Indigenous people and new Canadians). Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used only to determine eligibility for employment.

Based on the nature of the position, pre-employment screening may be required including but not limited to; Criminal Record Searches, Financial Credit Inquiries; Educational and Credential Verification; Drivers Abstracts; Drug/Alcohol Testing; Pre-Medical Testing and Investigative Employment References.