Museum Assistant

1 month ago

Brantford, Canada The Corporation of the City of Brantford Full time

**Position Summary**:
The Museum Assistant will perform a variety of duties including but not limited to; conducting in-depth museum tours, participating in museum programs and services, developing and delivering a day-long Children's Day Camp, assisting in general housekeeping of the historic site i.e., cleaning, dusting, vacuuming, garbage disposal, laundry and ironing. This position is physically demanding and involves lifting, bending, standing and sitting for long periods of time. This position includes weekends and some evening hours.

**Qualifications**:

- Working towards a degree or diploma in Museum Studies, Recreation Services, Education or related field
- An interest in local and/or 19th century history
- Ability to express oneself and interact competently and confidently with supervisor, co-workers and museum patrons of various ages
- Able to learn and appreciate required information in a relatively short period of time, and have the ability to undertake assigned tasks with mínimal supervision
- Cash handling experience
- Ability to work in a team environment, accept and follow verbal and written instructions, and complete duties as assigned to an acceptable standard with mínimal supervision
- Follow all City of Brantford Health and Safety Policies and Procedures Possess the skills and abilities to perform the duties listed above
- A valid "G2" Ontario Driver's License in good standing during the course of employment
- Applicant must submit a current Vulnerable Sector Police Check (dated within the past 3 month) from their local police service for approval by the Corporation prior to commencing employment
- Interviews for this position will commence February 2023

**Our organization is committed to promoting the independence, dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity of persons with disabilities by ensuring the accessibility of our facilities and services. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance.**

**Job Types**: Part-time, Seasonal

**Salary**: $17.14 per hour

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 2023-01-19

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