[BCMA] Village of New Denver New Job Opportunities JOB Description 2

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Job Title: Museum Assistant

Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre

306 Josephine Street, New Denver, BC V0G 1S0

250.358.7288

Website: Newdenver.ca

Period of Employment: May 8 - Aug 25, 2017 (16 Weeks)

Hours: 9:30am - 5:30pm (5 days/wk)

Salary: $13.00 per hour



The Nikkei[1] Internment Memorial Centre (NIMC) opened its doors in 1994 as
an initiative of the New Denver Kyowakai Society to commemorate and honor
the stories of over 22,000 Japanese Canadians who were stripped of their
civil rights, labelled "enemy aliens" and uprooted from their coastal homes
during the Second World War. Located in New Denver, BC, on the site of a
former internment camp, the original buildings, period artefacts,
interpretive displays, and Heiwa Teien garden designed by the renowned Roy
(Tomomichi) Sumi, chronicle this extraordinary episode in Canadian history.

The purpose of the NIMC is to collect, preserve, conserve, research,
exhibit, and interpret objects which represent the life and condition of the
Nikkei living in the New Denver and West Kootenay internment camps between
1942-1957. Owned and operated by the Village of New Denver, the NIMC was
designated as a National Historic Site in 2010.



The Museum Assistant will assist with the daily operation of the National
Historic Site, providing historic and tourist information to visitors,
processing admissions and gift shop sales, performing maintenance and
clerical tasks. The Museum Assistant will also take part in community
cultural activities organized by the NIMC and will perform other related
duties as required.

The Assistant will acquire skills in communications, marketing and public
service, multi-tasking, meeting deadlines, problem solving, museum
operations and policies. Opportunities for participation in museum led
community outreach will also be provided. Day-to-day responsibilities
include cash handling, general office procedures, protection of personal
information, preparing written reports. The setting will provide experience
in cultural diversity, working as a team, and the importance of sharing
history for future generations.



Skills Required:

The position is suitable for a student in the field of History,
Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, English and Arts & Culture
Administration, Office Administration and Business Management. Knowledge of
Canadian History and Japanese Canadian History is an asset. Candidates
should possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Students
should be organised and detail oriented. Must be willing to work closely and
collaboratively with others and demonstrate a genuine interest in the work
experience. Fluent in English, Japanese language would be an asset.



Candidates will be chosen on the basis of their skill level and ability,
therefore we welcome all applicants regardless of race, gender or
disability.



Must be a student between the ages of 15 and 30, intending to return to your
studies in the fall, and meeting all YCW eligibility requirements.



Applications

Please forward applications with resume by email to:

Bruce Woodbury, Chief Administrative Officer, Village of New Denver

office at newdenver.ca

Applications accepted until April 1, 2017



POSITION IS DEPENDENT ON GRANT FUNDING



We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for
an interview will be contacted.





Orientation & Training

a)    General Introduction - The student will receive an introduction to the
NIMC, its history, programs and staff. They will be introduced to general
operations of a municipally operated National Historic Site with a small
staff and volunteer base. They will also be oriented to policies and
procedures, safety and evacuation procedures, and work hour timesheet
systems.

b)    Work Orientation - Village staff will offer hands-on training of
day-to-day museum operations and tasks, including how to open and close the
site, cash handling, site monitoring, office administration and customer
service.

c)    Throughout the summer, there will be opportunities to participate in
community outreach activities for the NIMC

d)    An orientation is completed at the beginning of their employment that
follows that guidelines set out by WorkSafeBC directly focusing on young and
new workers.





Supervision and Mentoring Plan

The Museum Assistant will be supervised by Village staff at the NIMC,  who
will conduct the orientation and hands-on training of the student, review
policies and procedures, review daily tasks and goals, and provide mentoring
and assistance to students. The students will receive formal progress
assessments and take part in monthly performance reviews and career
counselling sessions (i.e. 2 x 1 hour meetings). The mentoring plan will
also provide an opportunity for students to provide feedback, suggestions
and ideas.



Health and Safety

The student will receive an orientation on health and safety practices and
emergency procedures by Village of New Denver staff.



Recruiting

The position will be advertised widely through various cultural, community
and post -secondary publications including local newsletters, newspapers,
and local bulletin boards, the local secondary school, and post-secondary
student job boards.



Applications from outside the region are encouraged. Some assistance may be
available.



Characteristics of City/Region

The Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre is located in the beautiful village of
New Denver, BC.  On the shore of pristine Slocan Lake, nestled in the
foothills of the mountainous West Kootenay region, the community was founded
as a mining town in 1892.  It was incorporated as a village in 1929 and is
currently home to a population of 500 residents. It has a moderate climate,
clean air, clean water, and excellent offerings in the way of outdoor
recreation. Valhalla Provincial Park is located nearby, and there are many
other hiking and mountain biking opportunities on local trails. In addition
to the Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre, the town has other attractions
including local galleries, museums, restaurants, gardens, campgrounds and
shops. Several commercial and wild hot springs are can be enjoyed nearby in
Nakusp and Ainsworth. The historic towns of Kaslo and Sandon are also
located within a short drive.






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[1] Nik*kei (日系) : people or a person of Japanese heritage. Commonly used
in Japan to refer to people of Japanese ancestry that are living abroad as
citizens of other countries.

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