Vacancy for Digital Records Technical Specialist at Public Record Office Victoria

6 days ago

Melbourne, Australia Digital Preservation Coalition Full time

Vacancy for Digital Records Technical Specialist at Public Record Office Victoria (PROV)

13 September 2021

North Melbourne

$88,955 - $100,930

Full-Time

About PROV

Public Record Office Victoria (PROV) is the archives of the State Government of Victoria. We hold around 100kms of records dating from the 1830s to the present day.

Our collection includes records of immigration and shipping, criminal trials and prisons, premiers and governors, royal commissions, boards of inquiry, wills and probates, and more. These records tell stories of key events and decisions shaping the history of Victoria.

Established under the Public Records Act 1973, our objectives are to:

- issue and advise on standards regulating the creation, maintenance, and security of public records
- preserve public records of permanent value
- ensure that the archives are accessible

About the role

The Digital Records Technical Specialist is a new role created to fully utilize our new archival systems, advance our digital records transfer and preservation programs, and develop innovative solutions.

This role works in a small, collaborative team responsible for transferring permanent digital records from Victorian public sector agencies to PROV. The role also involves researching, developing, and maintaining software solutions compliant with the Victorian Electronic Records Strategy (VERS) to expedite digital records transfer projects and monitoring our digital archive infrastructure, software, and processes.

This is an external-facing role working with a diverse range of clients. Reporting to the Manager of Digital Transfer, the role collaborates closely with the VERS Senior Technical Specialist and the Technology Services team.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have:

- Digital expertise to develop technical solutions with peers and clients
- An interest in archival and digital preservation practices
- Flexibility to work on multiple projects concurrently
- Resilience to navigate difficulties or obstacles
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills

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