CAREER OPPORTUNITY
CURATORIAL ASSISTANT – INTERNSHIP (9-MONTH)

The Sam Waller Museum is currently seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Curatorial Assistant through the Young Canada Works Building Careers in Heritage Internship program. This is a valuable opportunity for someone interested in gaining hands-on experience in a museum environment, supporting collections management, exhibitions, programming, and public engagement.

ELIGIBILITY:

This position is funded through the Young Canada Works (YCW) program. Candidates must meet the YCW eligibility criteria, including:
• Being a recent graduate of a post-secondary institution
• Being legally entitled to work in Canada
• Being under the age of 30
• Not having previously participated in a YCW-BCH internship

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of Grade 12 is required.
• Previous museum or cultural institution experience is considered an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team.
• Data entry experience and familiarity with museum database systems are assets.
• Experience in event or program coordination is an advantage.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) is an asset.
• Successful RCMP Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the database transfer of museum records from the PastPerfect software to Collective Access to enhance the museum's online presence through Musetoba.
• Support the installation of exhibits in collaboration with the Curator & Archivist.
• Provide excellent customer service to museum visitors.
• Assist with various archival projects as needed.
• Support the Education & Programming Coordinator with the implementation of seasonal and monthly events.
• Participate in monthly museum checks with the Curator & Archivist.
• Perform other duties related to the successful day-to-day operations of the museum.

WAGE RATE: $20.00/hour
HOURS OF WORK: Tuesday through Saturday – 9.00 am to 5.00 pm.
Applications will be accepted until position is filled, and should be submitted online via:
www.townofthepas.ca/employment-opportunities
P.O. Box 870, The Pas, MB. R9A 1K8
Fax: (204) 623-5506
www.townofthepas.com