BAND 4 Director of Archives CLOSING DATE EXTENDED

Description

Director of Archives
Archives Department
Archives Research and Collections Division

Full Time Permanent
Band 4 Excluded
Annual Salary Range: $108500.18 - $144300.18

The Royal BC Museum which includes BC Archives and IMAX Victoria is one of the oldest continually operating museums in Canada. A cultural centre of learning and research it strives to broaden our understanding of British Columbia through collections exhibits outreach and community engagement. The museum celebrates the provinces diverse landscapes and the lives of the people who live here enables research and knowledge sharing that advances our understanding of our world and provides a dynamic place for discussion and reflection. IMAX Victoria delivers educational and entertaining experiences that accompany the learning journey the museum offers.

The Royal BC Museum is located on the traditional territory of the the ləkʷəŋən (Lekwungen) peoples known today as the Songhees and Xwsepsum Nations.

Job Overview

Under the direction of the Vice President Archives Research and Collections and in accordance with the Royal BC Museums mandate and strategic plan the Director of Archives inspires promotes develops and manages a department that:

• Provides exceptional stewardship of and access to the provinces archival collections
• Contributes to audience-focused public programs exhibitions and websites
• Collaborates effectively with colleagues partners and stakeholders to deepen knowledge and widen understandings of British Columbia
• Oversees the move of the archives collection to the Provincial Archives Research and Collections building (PARC Campus)
• Works with Indigenous communities residential school survivors their families and other partners to provide access to residential school records

Qualifications

We are currently looking for a Director who will bring a wealth of expertise to our team. The ideal candidate will hold a Masters degree in Archival Studies or Library & Information Science with a specialty in archives PLUS at least five years of experience providing leadership within an archives museum library gallery or other cultural organization including managing mentoring and developing staff; AND at least five years of experience as an archivist or librarian in an archival setting with increasing levels of responsibility. Other equivalent combinations of related education and experience may be considered.

Ideally the successful candidate will have experience establishing collaborative relationships and partnerships with municipal provincial territorial and/or federal governments on matters related to archival records and/or cultural heritage as well as experience working in partnership with Indigenous governments communities and/or organizations. Strong leadership collaboration skills and project management will be key for this role along with a user centred service philosophy.

If you meet these criteria we invite you to review the job profile in detail and apply for this opportunity to contribute your expertise as a member of our dynamic team.

Before you apply for this position you must meet the eligibility be eligible to work in Canada you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the federal Immigration to work in Canada is granted through citizenship permanent resident status or a work permit.

An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.

How to Apply:

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed in the job profile. Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying on.

Please submit your resume and cover letter in pdf format by Friday August 21 2026 at 11:59 pm (PST) with the following subject line: Last Name First Name RB2026-09 Director Archives via email to:

Additional Information:

This position requires a Criminal Records Check under the BC Public Service Screening Policy and the Criminal Records Review Act. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada (i.e. have Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status).

The IndigenousApplicant Advisory Serviceis available to Indigenous (First Nations status or non-status Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

Required Experience:

Director

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Yearly Salary Salary: 108500 - 144300