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Job Description:
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Summer/Student – Heritage Interpreter Positions
Term/Full-time: May – August 2018
Shelburne’s Historic Waterfront – Museums by the Sea
Wage: $11.00/hr
Start Date: May 28
The Shelburne Historical Society (SHS) is hiring student Heritage Interpreters within our waterfront museum family, Shelburne’s Historic Waterfront - Museums by the Sea. Available positions include:
Heritage Interpreter - Dory Shop Museum: If you like boats this museum is for you! The Dory Shop focuses on the history of the Shelburne Dory!
Heritage Interpreter - Ross-Thomson House: This museum is a 17th C house and store. If you think it would be fun to wear a historic costume then you’ll love working here!
Heritage Interpreter - SCM: Are you a history buff? At Shelburne County Museum we focus on all kinds of local history!
Heritage Interpreter - SCM (Indigenous Heritage): At Shelburne County Museum we present all kinds of local history and heritage. This summer we are looking specifically for someone with a background or interest in local Indigenous culture and heritage.
The total number of positions available is based on approved program funding.
Job description:
You will need to show a strong enthusiasm for local history, heritage research, and working with the public.
Applicants must be between 15-30 years old, and registered as a full-time student in the preceding academic year.
You will provide daily heritage interpretation, deliver guided tours, and deliver programs.
You will assist with admissions and retail sales, and provide general customer service to museum visitors.
All positions combine Heritage Interpretation with a unique Heritage Program Development Project, that will require you to apply research, writing, and other program development skills.
You can find a full listing of qualifications and information on applying on the next page.
Qualifications / Required Skills
Enthusiasm for local history and working with the public
Heritage research skills
Outgoing personality
Creativity and imagination
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Willingness to work independently and as part of a team
Flexibility and adaptability
Intermediate computer skills
Some experience with heritage interpretation and/or program delivery would be considered an asset. Additional assets include:
CPR and First Aid level A
French, German, or Mi’kmaq Language skills
Please submit resume and cover letter to:
Email: shelburne.museum@ns.sympatico.ca
Mail: Box 39, Shelburne, Nova Scotia, B0T 1W0
In-Person: 20 Dock St., Shelburne
Your cover letter should indicate which position(s) you are interested in. If you are interested in all of the positions, let us know that!
Closing date for resumes: April 26, 2018
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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