Are you a strong leader who can motivate a team to meet deadlines and deliverables? Do you have archival expertise? If so, consider this opportunity as a Senior Archivist!

Bring your project management skills and knowledge of archival theories and best practices to the Archives Division to acquire and manage records of high evidential, informational and legal value, documenting the key activities and decisions of the Government of Ontario and the development of Ontario society.

About the job

You will:

• Provide leadership to archivists and archival staff for functional/cross functional projects;

• Independently develop strategies and determine scheduling priorities;

• Provide expert advice to management and staff on archival practice;

• Appraise archival records from government and private sources;

• Arrange and describe records according to institutional standards;

• Provide comprehensive reference services to clients;

• Coordinate outreach activities with client groups, provincial organizations, and universities.

What you bring to the team

Mandatory

• You must be able to lift and move 35-50lb containers of archival material.

Technical Knowledge:

• You have knowledge of archival appraisal, acquisition, arrangement and description, preservation and access issues.

• You have knowledge of archival theory and practice including Rules for Archival Description.

• You interpret the legislation governing access and use of Ontario government records (e.g., Archives and Recordkeeping Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Copyright Act).

• You can analyze and advise on archival value of existing, proposed and obsolete electronic systems content

Leadership and Coordination Skills:

• You have knowledge of project management skills to lead, coordinate, set priorities and deliverables and work with minimal supervision.

• You demonstrate effective time management skills and good judgement to guide other staff and organize, plan and coordinate.

• You can lead and coordinate outreach activities, including orientations, workshops and speaking engagements.

•You can provide team and group leadership for functional or cross-functional projects.

Communication and Customer Service Skills:

• You can explain complex and technical subject matter to a diverse clientele

• You can prepare briefing notes and appraisal reports for management approval with required timelines

• You can respond effectively to complex inquiries and work collaboratively on initiatives to promote public awareness

What we offer

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:

• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions

• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs

• a comprehensive compensation and benefits package

• base salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression

• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more

• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment

Additional information

Address:

• 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 134 Ian Macdonald Blvd, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation Group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

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Schedule:

3.7

Category:

Administrative and Support Services

Posted on:

Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Note:

• This competition may be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill upcoming opportunities.
• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
• E-MG-234701/25

How to apply:

Please apply online, only, at www.ontario.ca/careers, quoting Job ID 234701, by Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Please follow the instructions to submit your application.

If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx to provide your contact information. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code .