Archivist

Job Description

Archivist, Renfrewshire, 35 hours, Permanent, Grade 8: £41,080.70 – £43,161.20 (Hourly rate of pay £22.51 – £23.65)

We are looking for a professionally qualified Archivist with experience of leading or developing archive services, and a strong commitment to public engagement, inclusion, and collaboration.

The ideal candidate will bring vision, confidence, and creativity, with the ability to balance strategic leadership with operational delivery. You will be a strong advocate for archives, comfortable working across teams and with partners to unlock new stories, broaden access and increase the impact of our collections.

This is a varied and dynamic role, with responsibilities including:

• Lead the development of a modern, outward-looking archive service, transforming how collections are accessed, interpreted, and valued
• Drive forward a people-centred and participatory approach, working with communities to co-create and share stories
• Lead planning and delivery toward Archive Service Accreditation, ensuring policies, standards and frameworks are in place
• Champion integration with the museum service, embedding archives in exhibitions, learning and public programming
• Oversee collections management of the archive collection, including accessioning, cataloguing, preservation, and digital development
• Develop partnerships, projects, and funding opportunities to grow the service and increase its reach and impact
• Lead and support a small team, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland Level 1 check.

Applications are welcome from candidates from all backgrounds including those with disabilities and candidates who have ‘care experience’.