Curatorial Assistant

 

Description:

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, program

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.

 

Curatorial Assistant – Museum Posted: March 19, 2025
 

 

4. Other (5%)
 

4.1 Works in a safe manner in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act,
associated regulations, other applicable legislation, Town by-laws, policies,
procedures, and guidelines.

4.2 Other related duties, as assigned.

The successful candidate will possess the following:

Education

• Currently enrolled in a degree or diploma program specializing in history, museum, or

related field.

License, Registration and Training

• Police Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3) or Judicial Matters Check to the satisfaction of

the Town.

• Current Standard First Aid and CPR/AED certification.
• Must meet the requirements of the YCW in Heritage Organizations eligibility criteria

Experience

• Some customer Service experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proven time and project management skills.
• Legible handwriting and working knowledge of computers.
• Able to work independently to meet project outcomes.

• Able to work as a team to meet museum summer programme objectives