Curatorial Assistant

**Curatorial Assistant
**The Opportunity**

The Town of Grimsby is committed to building a future that welcomes innovative new ideas while
protecting and preserving its distinct heritage. It is a place where leaders are committed to
sustainability and honouring Grimsby’s treasured natural setting. Grimsby has become a sought
- after community where residents enjoy waterfront living, historic neighbourhoods, active living,
and world class natural amenities. It is conveniently located in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton
Area (GTHA) in a region that is home to Niagara wineries, agriculture, cuisine, and internationally
recognized attractions.

The Grimsby Museum was established in 1984 to serve the community as an integral part of its
cultural life. The Museum is owned and operated by the Town of Grimsby. The Museum features
two exhibition galleries which change frequently. We host travelling exhibitions and feature local
history relating to Grimsby and the Niagara Region. Our artefact collection consists of 15,000
pieces of art, objects, têxtiles, archives, photographs and archaeological material.

**The Portfolio**

Reporting to the Museum Manager/Curator, the Summer Curatorial Assistant - Seasonal is
responsible for cataloguing artefacts donated to the Grimsby Museum including the preparation
of artefacts, and data entry of collection information into a specialized collections management
program. The Summer Curatorial Student will review and standardize existing collection records
and upload the same to the museum databases. The Summer Curatorial Assistant will assist with
the development and installation of exhibitions, special events, research requests, daily
operations and visitor services.

specializing in history, museum, or related field. You have proven time management skills, legible
handwriting and a working knowledge of computers. You are able to work independently to meet
project outcomes and some experience working in customer service.

**Working for the Town of Grimsby**

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Curatorial Assistant - Grimsby Museum Posted: March 28, 2023

The Town supports the health and wellness of our employees; a commitment that is demonstrated
through free access to Town recreation facilities for employees and flexible working arrangements
during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

**How to Apply**

If you are excited by this opportunity, we are excited to hear from you

**Posting #: 23-2023**
- We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Town of Grimsby is an _
- equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and work environment. We _
- will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) _
- assistance. _
- Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for _

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Curatorial Assistant - Grimsby Museum Posted: March 28, 2023

**JOB POSTING
**Curatorial Assistant**

Community Services - Grimsby Museum

**Duties and Responsibilities:
**1. Collections Management (65%)
1.1 Cataloguing of artefacts in the Museums PastPerfect database filling out all related
fields and digitization of artefacts using cameras, lights, backdrops and support
mounts for inclusion in digital artefact records

1.2 Preparation of progress and final reports for museum staff pertaining to assigned
projects

1.3 Application of accession numbers to artefacts and basic curative conservation of
artefacts

1.4 Preventative conservation to museum’s permanent collection including rehousing of
artefacts, cleaning and housekeeping in the collection rooms, and proper handling.

1.5 Rehousing of the archival collection by creating sleeves and using acid free archival
materials

1.6 Inventory of current collection including confirming accuracy of locations and
collection records in Past Perfect. Standardizing records in inventory to include
digitization, search parameters, and other fields as required

**2. Museum Operations (25%)
**2.1 Opening and closing of the Museum as required
2.2 Gift shop sales and inquiries, admissions, answering the telephone, programme

registration, orientation of visitors to Museum displays answer general tourism as
required

2.3 Supports museum staff with special events including greeting attendees, working at
museum activities, support of other presenters, set up and take down

2.4 Supports staff with research requests including visitor services and acquiring of
information pertaining to the requests

**3. Exhibitions (10%)
**3.1 Supports the creation of temporary exhibitions through research, writing, and

installation
3.2 Creating support mounts for artefacts to be put on display including books, small

artefacts, and large artefacts

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