Job Description

The WDM Yorkton is seeking a

Programs and Volunteer Assistant

for a summer term position. The candidate will work in a support role for education and public programming, and additionally with the Museum Assistant in the area of visitor services.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Become familiar with all aspects of museums, specifically the WDM Yorkton. Assist with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of in-person and online museum programming. Participate in the development and presentation of educational and public programming, value-added interpretation, and special events. Generate effective and creative ways to enhance public visitation and community engagement. Visitor service duties include processing admissions and gift shop sales; basic phone reception; providing tourism information; handling general Museum inquiries and directing specific inquiries to appropriate departments. Create and maintain a sanitary & welcoming environment in the reception, public facility, and gallery areas. General office and other duties as assigned.
This is an approximately 16-week full-time term position, 35 hours/week: May 5 - August 24, 2024 (exact start date is flexible). 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Shifts include weekday, weekend and occasional evening work.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal record and vulnerable sector check.

Full details including wage are available at www.wdm.ca/careers

This position is dependent on funding through the Young Canada Works program and candidates must meet Young Canada Works eligibility requirements.

Apply to:

Summer Programs and Volunteer Assistant Selection Committee
Western Development Museum - Yorkton
P.O. Box 98, Junction Highway 16A West
Yorkton SK S3N 2V6
yorkton@wdm.ca

Written or email applications only, please.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: $15.58-$18.07 per hour

Schedule:

Evening shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-17