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Job Description:
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Heritage Intern – Interpretive Programs Coordinator Term/Full-time: May/June - October 2018 (20 weeks) Shelburne’s Historic Waterfront – Museums by the Sea
Wage: $13.00/hr Start Date: As soon as possible Job description: Do you love museums, history, and working with the public? Then we want you to be a part of our dynamic museum team!
The Shelburne Historical Society (SHS) is hiring an Interpretive Programs Coordinator within our waterfront museum family, Shelburne’s Historic Waterfront - Museums by the Sea. This paid heritage intern position will work out of the Shelburne County Museum, and have a primary role in overseeing the Museum’s programs delivery and development.
You will need to show a strong enthusiasm for local history, heritage research, and working with the public. Applicants must be a recent graduate of post-secondary studies.
The SHS practices a fair hiring process, and strives to be a diverse workforce. Find out more about us by visiting our website: www.shelburnemuseums.com
Qualifications / Required Skills ➢ Education and experience in museums, interpretation, education, or a related field ➢ Enthusiasm for local history and working with the public ➢ Outgoing personality ➢ Creativity and imagination ➢ Strong interpersonal communication skills ➢ Willingness to work independently and as part of team ➢ Flexibility and adaptability ➢ Computer skills ➢ Research and organizational skills
Experience in heritage interpretation, programs delivery, and programs development would be considered an extremely valuable asset. Additional assets include: ➢ Experience as a supervisor ➢ CPR and First Aid level A ➢ French or German Language skills
Please submit resume and cover letter to: Email: shelburne.museum@ns.sympatico.ca In-Person: 20 Dock St., Shelburne Closing date: As soon as possible, will remain open until filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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