[BCMA] Job Posting: Museum Attendant

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Museum Assistant

Location:
Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre
306 Josephine Street, 
New Denver, BC V0G 1S0
250.358.7288    
Website: newdenver.ca/nikkei
	Position Details:
Period of Employment: May 7 - August 24, 2018 (16 weeks)
Hours: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Monday to Friday
Salary: $13.00 per hour
	


The Nikkei 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. 

Please note that this temporary position is supported by Young Canada Works
in Heritage Organizations, and is subject to confirmation of funding. All
candidates must meet the Young Canada Works General Student Eligibility
Criteria:

*	be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident, or have refugee
status in Canada. 
           Note: Non-Canadian students or graduates holding temporary work
visas or
            awaiting permanent status are not eligible.
*	be legally entitled to work in Canada. 
*	be between 16 and 30 years of age at the start of employment 
*	meet the specific eligibility criteria of the program to which you
apply. 
*	be registered in the YCW online candidate inventory. 
*	be willing to commit to the full duration of the work assignment
(minimum 30 hours a week). 
*	not have another full-time job while employed in a YCW job. 

and register with Young Canada Works online
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Candidates will be chosen on the basis of their skill level and ability,
therefore we welcome all applicants regardless of race, gender or
disability. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those
selected for an interview will be contacted. 

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. 


Applications
Please forward applications with resume by email to:
Bruce Woodbury, Chief Administrative Officer, Village of New Denver
cao at newdenver.ca
Applications accepted until April 1, 2018




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