Current openings
Archives Engagement Lead
(12 weeks)
As supervisory assistant to the Archivist/Operations Director, the Summer Archives Engagement Lead will play a crucial role in overseeing the site’s core summer operations and ensuring the exceptional experience of visitors. Through taking on a senior role in leading interpretive tours of the historic Charlotte County Gaol, they will engage diverse members of the public with intriguing accounts of the area’s history, drawing from Archives resources to enhance the details, accuracy, and interest of their material. Alongside the Archivist/Operations Director, they will bring their enthusiasm and skill to the training of additional tour guides. By assisting visiting researchers with enquiries into historical people, places, and events, they will strengthen their own skills in archival research and gain exposure to a multitude of experiences of the past. They will be encouraged to bring their particular interests and strengths to the Archives’ activities of outreach. Mentored by an experienced archivist, they will gain exposure to the range of tasks and directions in the field of cultural heritage.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong interest in history and heritage, with expressed enthusiasm for the places, materials, and stories of the past. Strong applicants will have some experience with verbal presentation, such as research presentation, debate, theatre, or teaching. They will also have some experience conducting research and presenting it in a written format. Their ability to work independently and exercise good judgement will be well-developed. They will also demonstrate abilities in respectful interaction with diverse members of the public. They will be comfortable in the use of basic digital tools, including word processing, spreadsheets, database navigation, and social media. Any experience working or volunteering with heritage sites, museums, and/or libraries is a major benefit. Any level of fluency in French would also be a significant positive.
We strongly encourage the application of individuals who identify as BIPOC, disabled, 2SLGBTQ+, and/or members of any underrepresented communities. If any accommodations in the application or employment process would be helpful, please reach out to us at contact@ccarchives.ca or 506-529-2448.
The position will be on-site at the Charlotte County Archives in St. Andrews, New Brunswick, for an 12-week term with an anticipated start date of June 2, 2026. Hours will typically be between 9 – 5, including Saturdays, for a total of 35 hours weekly. The wage is $17.50/hour.
All applications should consist of a current resume accompanied by a cover letter expressing the applicant’s specific interest in this job opportunity and the relevance of their past experience. Please send these via email to Archivist/Operations Director Anna Krentz at contact@ccarchives.ca. All applications must be received by the end of day April 24, 2026, though interested applicants are highly encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Archives Engagement Assistant
(8 weeks)
As a key team member, the Archives Engagement Assistant will play a meaningful role in providing visitors to the site with an exceptional experience. Through leading interpretive tours to the historic Gaol, they will have the chance to engage diverse members of the public with intriguing accounts of the area’s history. By assisting visiting researchers with enquiries into historical people, places, and events, the student will strengthen their own skills in archival research and gain exposure to a multitude of experiences of the past. Digging into archival collections themselves, they will excavate historical documents and photos for fascinating details and curate digital content to engage with wider audiences. Mentored by an experienced archivist, they will gain exposure to the range of tasks and directions in the field of cultural heritage.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong interest in history and heritage, with expressed enthusiasm for the places, materials, and stories of the past. Strong applicants will have some experience with verbal presentation, such as research presentation, debate, theatre, or teaching. They will also have some experience conducting research and presenting it in a written format. Their ability to work independently and exercise good judgement will be well-developed. They will also demonstrate abilities in respectful interaction with diverse members of the public. They will be comfortable in the use of basic digital tools, including word processing, spreadsheets, database navigation, and social media. Any experience working or volunteering with heritage sites, museums, and/or libraries is a major benefit. Any level of fluency in French would also be a significant positive.
We strongly encourage the application of individuals who identify as BIPOC, disabled, 2SLGBTQ+, and/or members of any underrepresented communities. If any accommodations in the application or employment process would be helpful, please reach out to us at contact@ccarchives.ca or 506-529-2448.
The position will be on-site at the Charlotte County Archives in St. Andrews, New Brunswick, for an 8-week term with an anticipated start date of June 29, 2026. Hours will typically be between 9 – 5, including Saturdays, for a total of 35 hours weekly. The wage is $16.50/hour.
As this position is funded by Canada Summer Jobs, applicants must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period, and be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee status.
All applications should consist of a current resume accompanied by a cover letter expressing the applicant’s specific interest in this job opportunity and the relevance of their past experience. Please send these via email to Archivist and Operations Director Anna Krentz at contact@ccarchives.ca. All applications must be received by the end of day May 15, 2026, though interested applicants are highly encouraged to apply as early as possible.