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Ref no:
REN14634
Published:
07/06/2026
Closes:
21/06/2026
Location:
Paisley Museum, High Street., Paisley, PA1 2BA
Salary:
£41,080 - £43,161 per year
Contract Type:
Permanent
Position Type:
Full Time
Hours:
35 hours per week

ADVERT

 

All applicants should apply online at https://www.oneren.org/work-with-us/join-our-team/ where job outline and person specification is available.

 

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.

 

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

 

We ask all candidates to complete assessments and application materials independently, without the use of AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT or similar), unless otherwise stated.

 

Closing date: 21 June 2026

Interview date: 8 July 2026

 

If you'd like to find out more about the role, please contact Sean Kelly for an informal discussion on Sean.Kelly@renfrewshire.gov.uk

 

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

 

If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit their website.

 

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