About this role
- WESTERN DEVELOPMENT MUSEUM - MOOSE JAW Museum Associate - Part-time positionGeneral DescriptionThe Museum Associate primarily supports the planning and delivery of programs and events at the WDM Moose Jaw.
- The position also provides scheduled Visitor Services coverage.
- Working cooperatively with staff and volunteers, the Museum Associate helps create welcoming, engaging experiences for diverse audiences and undertakes special projects assigned by the Programs and Volunteer Co-ordinator.
- Key ResponsibilitiesSupports the planning and delivery of programs and events, including preparation, setup, participant supervision, activity assistance, demonstrations, registration and evaluation.
- Provides Visitor Services coverage on Mondays and every other Tuesday afternoon, as well as additional coverage when required.
- Welcomes and orients visitors and provides information about the Museum, local attractions and volunteer opportunities.
- Processes admissions, gift shop sales and memberships and actively promotes WDM memberships.
- Supports seasonal attractions, including Short Line 101, and assists with exhibit-related projects such as photographing artifacts and setting up travelling exhibits.
- Assists with community engagement initiatives and helps foster relationships with local schools and educators.
- Supports volunteers involved in programs and events.
- Assists with program and event promotion through social media, bulletin boards and other communication channels.
- Completes administrative duties, including maintaining information in the online booking system.
- Completes opening and closing procedures for the Museum and gift shop as scheduled.