Museum Education Officer - Jobs in Fredericton, NB

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The Museum Education Officer will work closely with the Executive Director, the Museum Intern and the Exhibit Curator in the summer of 2022 to provide excellent tours, front desk reception and visitor information services in support of new exhibits, educational programming and outreach.This is an entry- to mid-level position providing skills development and work experience that is transferrable into any workplace. Many of our summer students go on to employment in the heritage and cultural sector.ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT: Candidates must be eligible for Canada Summer Jobs summer employment program. For further information, see Canada Summer Jobs on line at:https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/canada-summer-jobs/screening-eligibility.htmlJOB DESCRIPTION: The Museum Education Officer is a responsible, goal minded person with an interest in history and education. They are looking for skills development and professional work experience opportunities in public programming and the arts. They may have a love of theatre, public speaking and are confident and able to adapt to changing circumstances due to COVID-19 restrictions.The Museum Education Officer will work as part of a team tasked with interpreting (through guided tours and other public programming) the newly redeveloped exhibit on the history of the legendary - and some say mythological - Coleman Frog, a 42 pound stuffed amphibian with a backstory that is part of Frederictons folklore. The Coleman Frog is one of the museums most popular attractions and regularly attracts visitors of all ages - especially children - who have an interest in amphibians, science and the environment. In addition to the important social and cultural history narrative underlying the Coleman Frog exhibit, it also involves her partners with a focus on nature and the environment. These include Science East, Hyla Frog Park and the City of Fredericton which operates Killarney Lake (where legend has it the Coleman Frog was befriended in 1885 by Fred Coleman, a local innkeeper who catapulted the frog to fame). Given COVID restrictions which limit the number of visitors to themuseum, we will be working with these partners to maximize oursummer programming outreach beyond the 4 walls of the museum.The museum will also promote our two popular new (2021) exhibits on the Black Heritage of York Sunbury Counties and Stanton Friedman is Out of This World with programming targetting youth, children and families.Additionally, we will be promoting the museums 3 existing GEO COIN outdoor challenges and our GEO TOURS with Dr. Anne Timmermans of UNBs Quartermain Earth Science Centre, who takes visitors on a walking tour of the geological history of Fredericton.The Museum Education Officer will be expected to participate in an orientation and training session to become familiar with the museums exhibits and opening and closing procedures, its day to day business operations, administration practices andemergency procedures with a focus on the health and safety of our employees, volunteers and visitors through our COVID 19 Operational Plan.RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates in orientation and training workshops

• Learns the tour guide script and takes active role in training exercises

• Assists with general museum reception and visitor services, meets and greets the general public at the main entrance reception desk and record attendance data

• Provides engaging exciting tours to visitors of all ages, especially children, youth and families

• Provides general information about the museum, exhibits and the community

• Takes admission and public program fees using a Point of Sale system * Handles

and balances cash and related paper entries

• Assists with sales in the Museum Shop

• Assists with the promotion, registration and implementation of pubic programs

• Relays accurate information about planned programs/events

• Assist Education and Programming Officer with education programs

• Maintains museum cleanliness

• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director for the efficient functioning of the

museumSKILLS REQUIRED

• Bilingualism (spoken English and French) is necessary to serve our bilingual constituency.
• Can follow directions.
• A sense of humour is required.
• Flexible, able to multi-task.
• Strong communications skills - speaking, reading, writing.
• Detail oriented.
• Interest and knowledge of Canadian and New Brunswick history.
• As you will be working with the vulnerable sector, a Criminal Record Check is mandatory upon hiring.
• Candidates must agree to and sign a Code of Conduct.
• Must be able to climb stairs and carry heavy boxes.
• As our museum was built in the mid-1800s, we do not have an elevator or wheelchair accessible bathrooms.

ASSETS

• Reading, writing French
• First Aid
• CPR
• Drivers License

HOURLY WAGE: $13.25 per/hourHOURS PER WEEK: 35 hours per/weekNUMBER OF WEEKS: 8 weeksSTART DATE: July 4, 2022END DATE: August 27, 2022Job Type: Fixed term contractContract length: 8 weeksSalary: From $13.25 per hourBenefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:Due to the physical layout of our museum and for the health and safety of our staff and clients, candidates must have proof of COVID 19 vaccinations (including boosters) and follow COVID regulations in force at the museum, including wearing face masks.Application question(s):

• Do you have any experience working or volunteering in a heritage organization

Education:

• Bachelors Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• volunteer: 1 year (required)

Application deadline: 2022-06-06Expected start date: 2022-07-04Quick Apply

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