The Sam Waller Museum is currently seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Curatorial Assistant through the Young Canada Works Building Careers in Heritage Internship program. This is a valuable opportunity for someone interested in gaining hands-on experience in a museum environment, supporting collections management, exhibitions, programming, and public engagement.
ELIGIBILITY:
This position is funded through the Young Canada Works (YCW) program. Candidates must meet the YCW eligibility criteria, including:
- Being a recent graduate of a post-secondary institution
- Being legally entitled to work in Canada
- Being under the age of 30
- Not having previously participated in a YCW-BCH internship
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Completion of Grade 12 is required.
- Previous museum or cultural institution experience is considered an asset.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team.
- Data entry experience and familiarity with museum database systems are assets.
- Experience in event or program coordination is an advantage.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) is an asset.
- Successful RCMP Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with the database transfer of museum records from the PastPerfect software to Collective Access to enhance the museum's online presence through Musetoba.
- Support the installation of exhibits in collaboration with the Curator & Archivist.
- Prepare a historical based presentation related to the current From The Vault exhibition that the museum will be putting on display.
- Assist with various archival projects as needed.
- Support the Education & Programming Coordinator with the implementation of seasonal and monthly events.
- Participate in monthly museum checks with the Curator & Archivist.
- Perform other duties related to the successful day-to-day operations of the museum.
WAGE RATE: $20.00/hour
HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours per week.
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
The qualifications & duties listed above are a summary of job requirements; selection will be based upon the full requirements detailed in the Job Description, a copy of which is available on request and will be provided to all interviewees. This position is open to all applicants.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 9 months
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Work Location: In person
