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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

 

MUSEUM ASSISTANT
Sunshine Coast Museum and Archives
 

The Sunshine Coast Museum and Archives is seeking a Museum Assistant to administer the day-to-day operations of the Museum's office, gift shop and visitor program under the direction of the Manager/Curator and in accordance with the Museum policies and procedures, and assist the Manager/Curator in activities related to the Museum's collection and outreach. 

 

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

  a.. Perform office administrative duties including correspondence, visitor statistics, membership and supplies. 
  b.. Conduct research in identification and interpretation of museum collections; handle research requests from public. 
  c.. Respond to inquiries regarding the collection from museum visitors; act as museum receptionist. 
  d.. Assist in organization of and implementation of public programs such as research bookings, oral history projects, Museum School and other educational programs, guided tours, and special events. 
  e.. Assist Manager/Curator in all aspects of collections management including maintenance of database through date entry and editing. 
  f.. Perform specific tasks that are components of exhibit planning and installation; prepare graphics, labels, text panels and posters. 
  g.. Manage gift shop including sales, inventory, and consignment. 
  h.. Greet the public and manage volunteer greeters. 
  i.. Monitor the safety equipment and maintain the premises. 
  j.. Ensure that the website and blog are current.

Requirements:

  a.. Superior communication skills and able to provide excellent customer service. 
  b.. Possess excellent organizational skills and applies guidelines consistently. 
  c.. A high degree of computer literacy skills, including Microsoft Office suite; Photoshop and PastPerfect would be an asset. 
  d.. Strong research and writing ability. 
  e.. Is self-motivated and able to work independently. 
  f.. Interest in history, museology, anthropology; willingness to learn Museum best practices. 

The position is part-time, 19.5 hours per week, Thursday through Saturday.

 

Salary is to be negotiated based on experience.


 

Please submit resume and covering letter by email to scma_manager at dccnet.com, specifying "Museum Assistant Position" in the subject line, by fax (604-886-8232) or by direct mail addressed to Manager/Curator, Sunshine Coast Museum and Archives, P.O. Box 766, Gibsons, B.C. V0N 1V0.

 
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