[BCMA] Volunteer Position: Museum Collections Assistant

[Moderated BCMA subscriber listserv.]

*Position: Museum Collections Assistant*



The Port Coquitlam Heritage and Cultural Society is a volunteer driven
non-profit organization that operates Port Coquitlam’s only museum and
archives and is dedicated to celebrating and preserving Port Coquitlam’s
diverse heritage and culture.



We are seeking Museum Collection Assistants to help with ongoing collection
management projects related to the museum’s artifact and archive
collections.



Working under the direction of the Society’s Museum Coordinator and the
Collection Management Committee, the Museum Collections Assistant will:

·         Assist with artifact and archival cataloguing including; writing
condition reports, photographing artifacts, digitizing photographs and
records, and updating the museums’ collection database

·         Assist with managing collection information and records

·         Assist with processing incoming collections (donation/loan forms,
accessioning etc.)

·         Conduct research related to updating collection records

·         Prepare collection and archival materials for exhibits and
displays

·         Assist with incoming research requests

·         Other duties as assigned



*Time Commitment: *

·         A minimum of 8 hours per week with flexible start times from
10:30 am to 4:30 pm, between Tuesday and Saturday

·         The position is a 4 month commitment beginning in September



*Qualifications:*

·         Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail

·         High level of computer literacy including spreadsheets,
databases, and word processing (Microsoft Office) - experience with
PastPerfect an asset

·         Excellent English oral and written communication and
interpersonal skills

·         Strong research skills

·         Able to work independently and in a collaborative environment

·         Reliable and punctual

·         Able to lift and carry boxes and supplies up to 20 lbs, and able
to climb ladders and reach overhead

*Benefits:*

·         Be part of a social, appreciative environment where you can get
immersed in community focused heritage and culture

·         A place to share your talents, knowledge, stories, and experiences

·         The opportunity to develop or enhance valuable career focused
skills

·         The chance to receive career mentorship, including but not
limited to ongoing support, feedback, and network building

·         Reference letter upon request





*Application Deadline:* September 3, 2018





Please submit a cover letter and resume to:



Kelly Brown, Museum Coordinator

info at pocoheritage.org

Subject: Volunteer Position – Museum Collections Assistant




Interviews will be scheduled between September 7th and 15th, and the
position will begin the week of September 17th.


*Kelly Brown, MA*
*Museum Coordinator*
*PoCo Heri**tage Museum and Archives*
2248 McAllister Ave | Port Coquitlam BC | V3C 2A5
604-927-8403 | info at pocoheritage.org | www.pocoheritage.org
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