Current vacancies are listed below
2 x Archivist posts, fixed term
We are seeking two qualified archivists to join the Archives Team at York Explore on fixed-term contracts.
The collections in the city archive chart over 850 years of York’s history and are noted for their breadth, richness and continuity. This is an opportunity to work with incredible archives right in the heart of York. See below for details on each vacancy.
Please note: if you wish to apply for both vacancies you will need to complete separate online applications.
Supporting Information
In this section of the online application form, candidates should refer to the Person Specification in the job description and address each criterion individually. You should clearly demonstrate how you meet each requirement by using separate headings for every criterion and providing relevant evidence and examples.
Project Archivist (Setting the Record Straight), fixed-term
Contract type: fixed-term, 12 months
Full time: 37 hours per week, including some evening and occasional weekend work
Salary: £35,824.88 per annum
Location: York Explore
Explore York Libraries and Archives is looking to appoint a professionally qualified and pro-active Archivist to join the team for a 12-month cataloguing post. The role will lead on the management and delivery of our Setting the Record Straight project, which is addressing fragmentary and incomplete legacy cataloguing, particularly within our significant civic collection. The postholder will also be managing a team of Collections Care volunteers, who support with cleaning and packaging work. Please note that applicants must possess an Archives and Records Association accredited qualification in archive management.
Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 22 June 2026
Interview date: Friday, 3 July 2026
Please read the job description
Complete the online application form
Complete the Equal opportunities form
View our staff benefits
Archivist (Access and Engagement), fixed-term
Contract type: fixed-term until March 2028 (length of contract dependent on start date)
Full time: 37 hours per week, including some evening and occasional weekend work
Salary: £35,824.88 per annum
Location: York Explore
Explore York Libraries and Archives is looking to appoint a professionally qualified, experienced and enthusiastic full-time Archivist to join the team. This post supports our archives-inspired engagement programme as a National Portfolio Organisation (NPO) funded by Arts Council England. You will be working with Explore colleagues, community partners, artists, and creatives to deliver and support innovative creative activities that promote place-making and allow new audiences to access the collections. The current postholder has already developed a range of partnerships and working methods that you will be able to draw on but you will also have the opportunity to explore new approaches. Applicants should be passionate about communicating the stories within our collections to a range of audiences.
Please note that applicants must possess an Archives and Records Association accredited qualification in archive management.
Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 22 June 2026
Interview date: Friday, 10 July 2026
Please read the job description
Complete the online application form
Complete the Equal opportunities form
View our staff benefits
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