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SalarySummer Student Position (Must be returning to full-time studies in the Fall)
The Curatorial Assistant works primarily with the Museums collection, digitizing the collection while labeling the objects and properly storing them. They will also assist with the day-to-day operations, projects and special events of the Museum, as needed.
Duties can include, but are not limited to:
1) Collections management activities such as cleaning, storing and labeling artifacts as well as photography and data entry.
2) Answering visitor inquiries on the Museums collection and local history.
3) Assisting with the day-to-day operations, educational activities, programs, projects and special events of the Museum.
4) Represent the Museum at events, this may include speaking to the media and the public about the Museum and its programming.
5) General cleaning and maintenance of Museum and grounds.
6) Answering emails, phones, taking bookings and serving as a public liaison.
Qualifications:
Required:
1) Good written and verbal communication skills.
2) Organized and detail-orientated with the ability to follow established filing systems.
3) Proficient with computers and digital cameras.
4) Ability to perform physical tasks.
5) Able to work with the public of all ages and backgrounds.
6) Able to work independently.
7) Willing to perform repetitive tasks.
Desired:
1) Prior experience working in a museum, art gallery or library.
2) Prior experience working with children.
3) Experience performing accurate research.
4) Post-Secondary courses completed in: Museum Studies, History, Archaeology, Library Sciences, Education, and/or related field.
The Museum is open 6 days per week, due to this and special events, weekend and evening work will be required.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 3 months
Salary: $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Weekends as needed
Application question(s):
- Are you returning to post secondary school in the Fall of 2022?
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2022-04-30
Expected start date: 2024-05-14
