BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

Loans and Move Registrar
Research and Collections Department
Archives, Research and Collections Division

 

Temporary Opportunity, Term: September 8, 2026 to July 31, 2027 
Heritage Resources Officer (HRO) 15
Location: Victoria, RBCM Downtown and Victoria, PARC Campus
Salary Range: $2,399.82 - $2,714.32 bi-weekly
 

 

Context

The Royal BC Museum, which includes BC Archives and IMAX® Victoria, is one of the oldest continually operating museums in Canada. A cultural centre of learning and research, it strives to broaden our understanding of British Columbia through collections, exhibits, outreach and community engagement. The museum celebrates the province’s diverse landscapes and the lives of the people who live here, enables research and knowledge sharing that advances our understanding of our world, and provides a dynamic place for discussion and reflection. IMAX® Victoria delivers educational and entertaining experiences that accompany the learning journey the museum offers.

The Royal BC Museum is located on the traditional territory of the the lək̓ʷəŋən (Lekwungen) peoples, known today as the Songhees and Xwsepsum Nations.

Job Overview

This temporary opportunity will primarily deliver responsibilities dedicated to the Prep, Pack and Move project dedicated to movement of the province’s collections and archives to PARC Campus—the new provincial archives, research and collections building in Colwood, BC.

Registration is responsible for clearly documenting objects, specimens and archival documents entering and leaving the collection. Registration is the main point of contact for new acquisitions and documenting deaccessions, for loans in and out of the collections, as well as being the facilitator for the logistics of exhibition agreements, shipping and permits. 

Reporting to the Senior Registrar, the Loans and Move Registrar works with the registration team to ensure that permanent collection objects entering and leaving the RBCM are carefully and appropriately managed and tracked, consistent with industry standards of care and conservation. The position is accountable for the maintenance and continuing integrity of a digitized, central information system for tracking object movement (S-Museum), and ensures accuracy of the data pertaining to the collections moving to the Provincial Archives, Research and Collections (PARC) Campus from the downtown museum and warehouses. 

The Loans and Move Registrar is required to travel as necessary to meet operational requirements for the Royal BC Museum downtown Victoria location, PARC Campus Colwood location, and related facilities (e.g. warehouse locations). The position will support unpacking and moving collections with the PPM team when not assigned registration duties by the Senior Registrar.

Qualifications

We are currently looking for a Loans and Move Registrar who will bring a wealth of expertise and initiative to our team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in history, museum studies, public administration, or related field, OR an equivalent combination of education, Indigenous knowledge systems and lived experience may be considered; with a minimum of one year relevant experience in a museum-oriented collections management and/or object handling (i.e., archives, museum, art gallery, etc) environment.

To learn more about the duties and requirements of this role, please review the job profile in detail. If you meet these criteria, we invite you to apply and contribute your expertise to our dynamic team.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies listed in the job profile.

For further information about this opportunity, please contact Caroline Davies, Senior Registrar.

Before you apply for this position, you must meet the eligibility requirements. To be eligible to work in Canada, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the federal Immigration Act. Eligibility to work in Canada is granted through citizenship, permanent resident status, or a work permit.

An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.

How to Apply:
Your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed in the job profile. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, and start and end dates (month and year) of your employment. Your cover letter should detail your reasons for interest in this opportunity, and what makes you a qualified candidate for the role.

We invite you to submit your resume in pdf format by Thursday August 6, 2026 at 11:59pm (PST) with the following subject line: “Last Name, First Name, RB2026-08 Loans and Move Registrar” via email to: RBCMapplications@royalbcmuseum.bc.ca

Additional Information:

This position requires a Criminal Records Check under the BC Public Service Screening Policy and the Criminal Records Review Act. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada (i.e., have Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status). 

Willingness to work from more than one work location is required.

Must have and maintain a valid BC driver’s licence or equivalent.

Travel, as necessary, is a requirement. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the organization.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The Royal BC Museum, Archives and IMAX Victoria celebrate culture and history, sharing the stories of British Columbia in ways that enlighten, stimulate and inspire. Through research and learning, we strive to broaden understanding of our province and inspire curiosity and wonder. Located in Victoria on the traditional territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən (Place of Smoke Herring People) also known as the Songhees and Xwsepsum Nations, we are proud to welcome 800,000 visitors annually.

We are committed to creating a diverse workplace where everyone is celebrated. 

As an inclusive and accessible employer, please advise People and Development of any accommodations required to assist you to ensure equitable participation in this hiring process.