Curatorial Assistant
- Program stream:
- Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations
- Job title:
- Curatorial Assistant
- Organization name:
- Callander Bay Heritage Museum & Alex Dufresne Gallery
- Job location:
- Callander, Ontario
- Length of assignment:
- 2018-05-08 to 2018-07-28 (12 weeks)
- Hourly wage:
- $14.00
Employer: Callander Bay Heritage Museum & Alex Dufresne Gallery (Municipality of Callander)
● Primary duties will include assisting the Museum Curator in the daily running of the museum including leading tours, conducting research, working with the collection and exhibits, and providing support during events. Secondary duties will include the developing and running of 3 different events this summer
● Knowledge of local history and a passion for education, heritage, and culture is considered an asset.
● Must be enrolled in a related post-secondary field (museum, arts, culture or tourism studies, education, event planning or management, and/or business.)
● Basic computer skills and an ability to use the Internet and Microsoft Office is required, additional graphic design skills are an asset. Outgoing, with strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills with an ability to be creative, solve problems, and work independently and as part of a team is essential
Hours of Work: Tuesday to Saturday 9:30 to 5:00, Note: Hours subject to change
General Requirements
Applicants must be registered in the YCW on-line candidate inventory at www.youngcanadaworks.ca. Applicants must also have been a full-time student in the semester preceding and intend to return to full time studies in September 2018.
Preference will be given to those who have a background or experience in the required areas. Remuneration will be based on suitability, qualifications, and experience.
Duration or position will range from 12 to 16 weeks (May through September) with employment commencing May or June.
Interested persons are invited to forward a resume and covering letter by 4:30 p.m. Friday, April 13 2018 by e-mail to humanresources@callander.ca or by mail to:
Human Resources Department
The Corporation of the Municipality of Callander
PO Box 100, 280 Main Street North
Callander, ON P0H 1H0
Please indicate the desired position on your cover letter. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Municipality of Callander is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment and welcomes submissions from all qualified applicants. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially. Personal information submitted will be used for the purpose of determining suitability for this position only in accordance with The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
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