Tasks include:
- The main project will be taking the lead on our Canada Day celebrations, and our Women of Aspenland program;
- Assisting the Programs Coordinator with organizing school tours and summer camps;
- Greeting museum visitors and gift and coffee shop sales;
- Assisting with minor projects that may arise during the employment term as needed;
- Helping with museum outreach through posts on our Website, Facebook page, and Instagram feeds;
- There could also be opportunity to work in our artifact and archival collections.
Work Schedule:
Institution: Wetaskiwin & District Heritage Museum
Location: 5007 – 50th Avenue, Wetaskiwin AB
Term: Seasonal, full-time, between May 1 and August 31, 2024. There may be opportunity to stay on part-time during the school term.
Hours: 5 days per week (Tuesday – Saturday), 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Some shifts may be from 1 pm – 9 pm, and there may be the occasional need to work on a Sunday or Monday.
Supervisor: Executive Director and Chief Curator (Dr. Karen Aberle)
Necessary Qualifications:
- Full-time University or College student who is currently enrolled in a degree or diploma program.
- While all students are encouraged to apply, preference will be given to those with a field of study in education; museum, cultural heritage, or art and design studies; and / or liberal arts programs such as: History; Anthropology; Archaeology; Indigenous Studies; Women’s & Gender Studies; Classics; and English.
- Efficient computer and word processing (Microsoft Office) skills. Familiarity with Website and social media applications will be considered an asset.
- The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the local area or an earnest desire to learn more.
Application:
Please send cover letter and resumé via email to wdhm@persona.ca with “Museum Programs Assistant Application” in subject line, or mail / deliver in person to Wetaskiwin District Heritage Museum, Attn: Karen Aberle, 5007 – 50 Avenue, Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 0S3.
Application Deadline:
Consideration of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is found.
Thank you to all who apply, only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 3 months
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 0S3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- This is a grant funded position for summer students. Are you between the ages of 16 and 30 and currently enrolled in full-time studies?
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Work Location: In person