Job Description
The Museum Assistant is a 6-month position, starting in April. The Assistant works closely with the Curator in the development and management of the museum.
The duties of the Museum Assistant include:
- Assisting with the development and implementation of public programming activities and exhibits in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner, including research, outreach, and marketing to community groups.
- Assisting with the management of the collection
- Providing guided tours
- Monitoring the day-to-day environmental conditions
- Implementing and monitoring housekeeping
- In the absence of the Curator, managing the operation of the museum, directing staff and volunteer work
- Performs other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
· One of the following:
o Diploma in Museum Studies
o Ontario Museum Association Certification
o Graduate of a postsecondary Museum Studies Program with experience
*Note candidates with degrees in progress will be considered
Experience
· Practical experience in a heritage or museum environment (2-3 years)
· Knowledge of archival research and artifact conservation
· Knowledge of the tourism industry
Other competencies or skills:
· Proficient computer skills; PastPerfect Collections Management system, Microsoft Office Applications, document construction and organization
· Strong customer service skills and interpersonal skills, possess a professional demeanor, and presence in the museum and front-line duties.
· In consultation with the Curator, de-accessioning, artifact, and archival record-keeping as part of the Collections Management policy, and housing artifacts and archival material according to standard museum practices
· Fabrication and installation of exhibits, experience conducting historical research and crafting historical interpretation that incorporates primary source materials and artifacts.
Please email a resume and cover letter by March 1, 2025 to Museum Curator, Patti Nagle at [email protected] .