[Bcma-l] Re: job posting

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Job posting Railway and Forestry Museum, Prince George, curator@pgrfm.bc.ca

Job Description
Job Title: Heritage Interpreter
Duration:  20 to 24 weeks negotiable 35 hours per week.  Oct , 2007  to  Mar
29, 2008
Rate of Pay; $10 per hour, Standard Benefits (UIC, CPP, WCB, Vacation Pay)

Please apply ASAP the position will remain open until filled.

Background:
The Railway and Forestry Museum is an eight acre park displaying the history
and heritage of the railway and forest industries.  We have one of the
largest rail collections in Western Canada and over 1/3 of our collection
has been identified as rare or unique.  Our mission: to preserve and
interpret the history of railway, forestry and other industries and the
culture that grew around them.

Job Summary
The recent graduate will work with our team to help interpret this region's
industrial history and heritage.  The position will assist with programming
for adults, seniors and the general public. This person will assist in
creating an exhibit and school program associated with the exhibit.  

General Duties
.	Greeting and speaking with visitors and friends of the museum
.	Delivering  tours 
.	Assist with creation and delivery of outreach programs 
.	Give a minimum of 5 public presentations,
.	Assist with the development and installation of the Forestry
Technology Exhibit 
.	Daily attention to site maintenance and safety

Supervision and training 
This position is entry level intended to bridge the gap from University to
the job market.  The employee will receive training in all aspects of the
position and access to networking opportunities.  The employee will work
alternately under the direct supervision of the Guest Services Manager and
the Curator.


Candidate Profile/Qualifications
.	The Candidate must be a recent  post secondary school graduate
(within 24 months) and between the ages of 16 and 30 years.
.	The position will be of interest to students with a degree in
Forestry, History, Theatre, Business or programs with public relations and
communications content.
.	Public  speaking, communications, and/or artistic, skills are an
asset
.	Computer skills are a job requirement
.	Language skills in English are required language Skills in French
are desirable.
.	We are an equal opportunity employer.


To apply send a cover letter and resume to: : Curator; Railway and Forestry
Museum; 850 River Rd. Prince George BC; V2L 5S8 or to e-mail to
curator@pgrfm.bc.ca