News from the Centre
SUMMER JOB POSTINGS
Position: Museum Curatorial Assistant (2 positions available)
Rate: $9.50 per hour (35 hrs. per week)
Start Date: Early June
Duration: 13 weeks
Job Description: Under the direct supervision of the Chief Curator, this position is responsible for the maintenance and upgrade of exhibits, displays, artifacts, indexing of photographs and interaction with the general public. Individual should have knowledge of computer usage and internet research; good verbal and written communication skills; appreciation and knowledge of Black Nova Scotian History. As part of the museum team, they will interact with visitors during peak periods. This position is open to university and college students who are returning to studies in the Fall. The job requires knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel and Access. The successful candidate must be prepared to start work immediately and able to work Monday to Saturday's.
Duties: Exhibition development, maintenance of exhibit areas, assist in creating children-focused activities; documentation of artifact collection and catalogue; assist in signage improvements; photographs and index exhibit space.
To Apply: The deadline to apply is June 4, 2009 (5pm). Please apply with your resume and cover letter by one of the following methods:
Email: jobs@bccns.com
Fax: 902-434-2306
In Person: Black Cultural Centre, 1149 Main Street, Dartmouth
Only the successful candidate will be contacted.
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Position: Museum Tour Guide / Assistant
Rate: $9.50 per hour (35 hrs. per week)
Start Date: Early June
Duration: 13 weeks
Job Description: To be part of the museum team, interacting with visitors to the museum. Occasional assignments will include assisting with exhibits that portray African Nova Scotian heritage. The job requires knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel and Access. The successful candidate must be prepared to start work immediately and able to work Monday to Saturday's.
Duties: Provide guided tours to visitors; assist public in orientation to Centre; conduct youth activity programs; assist in library patron directory; re-arrange vertical file reference material and sort video/DVD material in library.
Qualifications:
-University and/or college student (returning to studies)
-General knowledge and interest of African-Nova Scotia History;
-Good verbal and written communication skills;
-Ability to conduct research via internet and library;
-Ability to read/write French would be an asset
To Apply: The deadline to apply is June 4, 2009 (5pm). Please apply with your resume and cover letter by one of the following methods:
Email: jobs@bccns.com
Fax: 902-434-2306
In Person: Black Cultural Centre, 1149 Main Street, Dartmouth
Only the successful candidate will be contacted.
Updated: May 28, 2009