Audio Preservation Officer

The Collection Management Branch is responsible for transferring, storing, preserving and digitising the National Archives' collection so it remains accessible for future generations. The Branch develops policies and systems as well as provides services, undertakes research, and implements projects to ensure the care, management and accessibility of archival records. The Branch is also responsible for identifying information management requirements for Australian Government agencies to ensure Australian Government information assets (records, information and data) are created, collected and managed effectively.

The Preservation section ensures that the collection is retained in a stable and accessible state over time. The Preservation team also has a responsibility to ensure the preservation and accessibility of audio-visual records created by our national broadcasters and other government agencies.

The Preservation section is responsible for the preservation and long term accessibility of the most significant records of the Commonwealth in both physical and digital form. We carry out daily activities for the preservation of archival records in all formats and make long-term decisions to ensure that the collection will be available years from now regardless of technology.

Appropriate qualifications in the relevant fields of conservation, preservation or archival management are desirable.

Under general direction, the main duties of the role are to:

• Perform duties associated with the preservation and digitisation of the audiovisual collection, including identification, examination, repackaging, cataloguing and copying of sound recordings in accordance with preservation standards.
• Participate in other preservation and operational projects and measures to ensure the appropriate preservation of audiovisual records using established techniques.
• Coordinate and monitor the workflow of preservation projects and services, including reporting requirements and administrative duties.
• Maintain audio equipment and coordinate maintenance when required.
• Contribute to the development of user guides, procedures, specifications and guidelines relevant to the preservation digitisation of the audiovisual collection, ensuring best practices are in place.
• Apply the principles of APS Values, Code of Conduct, workplace diversity principles, work health and safety and participative management within a work and team environment.
• Promote and apply the National Archives’ Vision, Mission and Commitments as expressed in Strategy 2030 and "Our Values".

Eligibility

To be eligible for the role you must be an Australian citizen. If you are selected, you will be required to successfully undergo a pre-employment check and be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at an NV1 clearance level.

How to apply

You need to apply through our e-recruitment system.

Your application will need to include:

• the names and contact details of at least two referees, one of whom should be a current supervisor.
• your current resume.
• statement (500 words maximum), describing how your skills, knowledge, and experience/qualifications would enable you to perform the duties of the role taking into account the “Performance Expectations” at the relevant classification and the National Archives’ Vision, Mission and Commitments as expressed in Strategy 2030 and "Our Values".