History Programming Coordinator

Job Posting: History Program Coordinator 

Full Time (35 hours per week, Tuesday-Saturday)

About OMAH:

The Orillia Museum of Art & History (OMAH) is a not-for-profit charitable organization, overseen by a volunteer Board of Directors and supported by volunteers and a variety of community stakeholders and partners.  OMAH acts as a steward of the community’s art, history and culture by being actively engaged in the community and responsive to its needs. The museum maintains a collection of historical artifacts, archives and works of art, creates exhibits and delivers programs that inspire the community to explore, experience and engage with art, local history and culture.

Purpose of Position: 

Reporting to the Executive Director (ED) and supported by volunteers and interns, the History Program Coordinator is responsible for developing and delivering OMAH’s history programming, overseeing the artifact collection and archives and developing historical exhibitions for display in OMAH’s galleries.  The position works collaboratively with the ED, other staff members, volunteers and committees to support OMAH’s Strategic Plan and achieve desired outcomes. 

Requirements: 

Knowledge, skills, experience and education consistent with the requirement to: 

• Plan, develop, deliver and evaluate effective historical public programming to appeal to a wide variety of audiences

• Develop, curate and mount historical exhibits featuring artifacts from the collection as well as sourcing other relevant items to support and enhance the exhibit

• Oversee the management of OMAH’s collections of historical artifacts and archives including acquisition, documentation, maintenance and retrieval; support research requests for material from the collection and archives

• Work closely with volunteers to deliver programs and exhibits and to manage OMAH’s historical collection and archives

• Contribute to a respectful and courteous workplace that includes collaboration with co-workers and volunteers

The Orillia Museum of Art & History (OMAH) is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates from visible minority groups, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons across the spectrum of gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Should you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know so we can accommodate your needs.

To apply please forward your cover letter and resume to executivedirector@orilliamuseum.org in a single PDF document. Please note that we will only reply to candidates selected for consideration and interview.