Queensland State Archives

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We’re on the lookout for an experienced manager to join our team! In this pivotal role, you'll lead a dedicated team of archival specialists to ensure our collection is effectively managed and described, enhancing discoverability for all #Queenslanders. If you have a background in archival or information management, along with a passion for collaboration and achieving results, we want to hear from you! In this role you'll work with various stakeholders, manage catalogue activities, provide expert advice, and oversee access to our invaluable public records. What are you waiting for! For more info and to apply: https://lnkd.in/gYurV77P

Curious about what treasures lie within QSA? Join our Senior Reference Archivist, Julanne for an insightful session on how to navigate the vast collection of resources available at QSA as part of Ipswich Library’s Explore Local and Family History event: Navigating State Archives. Whether you're diving into your family history or exploring local Queensland stories, Julanne will show you the ropes and guide you through accessing the records that can help uncover your past. 📅 When: Wednesday, 16 Oct 2024 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 👉 Find out more: https://bit.ly/3zL1pFH

📌 QSA will be closed this coming Monday 7 October for the King’s Birthday public holiday, reopening Tuesday 8 October. You can still search the collection through ArchivesSearch (http://bit.ly/3hagPGr),,) enjoy images and snippets of #Queensland history on our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages and watch great archival videos on YouTube (https://bit.ly/3EVAbuY)..)

QSA Archivist Joanne will be presenting at the Genealogical Society of Queensland’s upcoming seminar Forgotten Women and Children. Joanne's presentation, Where are the Children? will guide you through the wealth of records held at QSA that can help you trace the lives of children across Queensland’s history. From school admission registers and orphanage files to records on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, Joanne will share valuable research tips and insights into accessing these important records. If you’ve ever struggled to find information about children in the archives, this is your chance to learn directly from one of the best! 📅 When: Saturday 12 October. 📍 Where: this is a virtual event, streamed via Zoom. 👉 More info and registration here: https://lnkd.in/gHEZG24m. Please note this is a paid event.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Digital Engagement Officer to join us at QSA. If you're skilled at managing digital content and have a knack for crafting strategic communications that engage diverse audiences, this could be the perfect role for you! As the Senior Digital Engagement Officer, you'll be responsible for increasing public engagement with QSA’s incredible archival collection through a variety of digital platforms. From leading our social media and web presence to preparing strategic plans and analysing online engagement data, you’ll play a key role in connecting Queenslanders with their history. If you’re ready to make an impact, work in a collaborative team environment, and promote Queensland’s rich history, we want to hear from you! 🔗 Apply today and help us shape the future of digital engagement at QSA! https://lnkd.in/gf3stzBZ

Congratulations to QSA staff member Stefania Di Maria who recently attended and presented at the iPres2024 in Ghent, Belgium, sponsored by the Digital Preservation Coalition. Stefania showcased the amazing work of our Digital Archive Team. Our Digital Archive ensures the long-term preservation of digital records within the QSA collection, maintaining their original context, integrity, and authenticity while adapting to ever-changing technologies. By managing digital records with precision, the Digital Archive safeguards their context, integrity, and authenticity, guaranteeing their survival and reliability even as technology evolves.

Dementia Action Week: act now for a dementia-friendly future. At Queensland State Archives, we are committed to creating a dementia-friendly environment for our community. We are proud to be recognised as a Dementia-Friendly organisation by Dementia Australia, marking us as the first Queensland Government body with this accreditation. Our Memory Lounge in the Reading Room provides a safe, supportive space where visitors can reconnect with cherished moments through our archival records. This space is open to the public Monday to Friday, 9am to 4:30pm, and on the second Saturday of every month. Limited guided sessions are available by appointment. By fostering dementia-friendly spaces like the Memory Lounge, we enable better support systems for people living with dementia. Let’s work together towards a dementia-friendly future. Dementia Australia

📢 Job Spotlight: Research Officer (Identified) Are you passionate about connecting people with their history? We’re currently looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Research Officer to join our team and help communities, including First Nations peoples, access and use historical records. In this role, you'll collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, including the public and government agencies, to provide research support services using QSA's extensive collection, to contribute to QSA's First Nations First Program and to support the Queensland Government's Truth-telling and Healing Inquiry. This is a front-facing role that requires a passion for research, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. Please note: this position is designated as identified and is a genuine occupational requirement for someone who identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. If you have the skills and dedication to support community access to historical records and help foster a deeper understanding of Queensland’s past, we’d love to hear from you! More info and to apply: https://lnkd.in/gW69WzF7

Government records, and record keeping practices are evolving. While physical records have documented our history and played a vital role in record keeping, the digital age presents a new set of challenges and opportunities. Preserving the accessibility and authenticity of digitally created records over the long term is vital, and digital preservation plays a key role in this effort. Our Digital Archive ensures that digital records within the QSA collection retain their context, integrity, and authenticity, while also adapting to technological changes. The Digital Archive ensures that digital records within the QSA collection are managed in a way that preserves their context, integrity, authenticity, and survives technological changes. 'Open’ digital records that are suitable for online publication can be viewed through the ArchivesSearch catalogue.