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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-CA link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Historic O’Keefe Ranch<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>CURATOR<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Regular, Full-time<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Hourly Pay Rate: $20.00, 35 hours/ week<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>SUMMARY<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Curator at the Historic O’Keefe Ranch reports to the Manager and is responsible for collection management, site interpretation, school programming, and supervising seasonal Heritage Interpreters and General Store volunteers.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Historic O’Keefe Ranch is located just north of the City of Vernon. In addition to presenting the history of the O’Keefe family and the development of the Ranch, it also hosts regular events throughout the summer, and seasonal events during the closing season in the fall and winter.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Curator will be in charge of all aspects relating to collection management and site interpretation, including, but not necessarily limited to:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Working with HERA2 database to track and manage the artifact collection<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Providing basic conservation of artifacts in the collection<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Cataloguing artifacts, archives, and library collections<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:36.0pt'>-Examining prospective artifact donations and recommending whether they be accepted or declined for acquisition<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:36.0pt'>-Provide full documentation for new donations, including Income Tax Receipts as requested<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:36.0pt'>-Researching, designing and installing new museum displays in the Greenhow Museum Building and other areas; upgrading and developing “living history” displays in other buildings<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:36.0pt'>-Engaging conservators as required for restoration of key artifacts in the collection, and for facility assessments<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:36.0pt'>-Conducting ongoing research on the history of the O’Keefe Ranch, O’Keefe family, and agriculture in the North Okanagan in general, and provide updated files for the use of staff and visitors to the O’Keefe Ranch<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:36.0pt'>-Implement and monitor an Integrated Pest Management Plan<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:36.0pt'>-Assist visitors with research, both on and off site<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:36.0pt'>-Meet regularly with the Collection’s Committee to make decisions regarding donations, deaccessions, collections storage, and all other matters regarding the collections<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Curator will also be in charge of public education, namely, the school programming, which operates during the months of May, June, and some into September. This involves:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Year-round scheduling of school groups<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Communicating effectively with teachers<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Greeting buses and organizing the school groups throughout May and June<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:36.0pt'>-Filling in when there is a shortage of staff and/ or volunteers to ensure the program operates smoothly<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Curator also supervises seasonal Heritage Interpreters and manages the General Store volunteers. This includes:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Providing orientation and training to new staff and volunteers<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Working with the Marketing and Events department to recruit new volunteers<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Interviewing and hiring for Interpreter positions<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Scheduling Interpreters and General Store volunteers<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Working with the Manager on YCW grant applications<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>QUALIFICATIONS: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The successful applicant will have the following experience and skills:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Bachelor’s degree in humanities, fine arts, or other related discipline<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:36.0pt'>-2-3 years of experience in a museum/ heritage environment <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:36.0pt'>-Experience with collections management <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:36.0pt'>-Experience with educational programming<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Knowledge of RAD<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Flexibility and problem-solving abilities<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Sound judgement, leadership and team building skills<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Ability to work well individually and as a team<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> -Ability to meet deadlines<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Must have valid driver’s license and access to a car, as there is no public transit to the ranch.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Submit cover letter and resume to manager@okeeferanch.ca or by mail to:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Glen Taylor, Manager<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>O'Keefe Historic Ranch<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Box 955<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Vernon, B.C.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>V1T 6M8<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Application deadline: August 10, 2015<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>We would like to thank all applicants who apply; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted. Please, no phone calls.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>