Job Title: Director/Curator
Institution/Organization: Old Log Church Museum
Location: Whitehorse, Yukon
Start Date of Position: Negotiable
Salary: $48,000
Job Description:
The Yukon Church Heritage Society (YCHS) is seeking applicants for the position of Director/Curator on behalf of the Old Log Church Museum. The Old Log Church Museum is a small community museum responsible for documenting, preserving and sharing Yukon’s spirited history. The permanent collection of the OLCM has 5000+ objects in the collection ranging from archival materials to ecclesiastical vestments and artifacts.
As the only full time employee the Director/Curator (D/C) works in partnership and collaboratively with the Board of Directors to provide leadership and management to advance the mission, mandate, vision, values and strategic directions of the museum. The Director/Curator is responsible for the day to day operation of the museum by providing: leadership, policy and standards development, overseeing projects, financial and administrative duties, strategic planning, communications, collections management, exhibition research and management, interpretation management, including education and coordinating the visitor service experience.
The main responsibilities of the position include
Providing administrative (human resources, bookkeeping, etc.) records and duties for the daily operations at the museum
Developing policies and procedures as needed
Overseeing the display, storage, security, and preservation and maintenance of the collection including maintaining clear and accurate collection records
Writing grants for Municipal, Territorial and Federal funding
Leading the team and coordinating complex projects: such as development of a permanent exhibition
Researching, curating and presenting exhibitions and assisting with research enquiries
Documenting and monitoring environmental conditions in display and storage areas
Recruiting, training and supervising summer students and contractors
Developing a strong and positive working relationship with the YCHS Board (non-profit) and attending monthly meetings, providing status reports and updates as required
Working towards enhancing the external position of the museum through collaboration with the local arts and heritage community, business partners and the general public
Creating strategies to develop new business opportunities and engage new and broader audience
Supporting the implementation of education, public programming and activities
Meeting annual budgetary and operation targets and objectives by monitoring attendance and revenues by developing short and long-term strategies
Acting as the sole representative and spokesperson for the Museum
Ideal Candidate Qualifications
Post-secondary education in Museum Studies, Museum Management, Curatorial Studies or a related field of study and a secondary degree or coursework in museum studies.
A minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in the cultural heritage field
A sound knowledge of Canadian museums standards, ethical practices, policies and procedures.
Memberships to museum associations are considered an asset (CMA, OMA, AMA, etc.)
Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and time management skills
Strong administrative and office skills, including some bookkeeping and payroll, Adobe software, Squarespace, and Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to use museum database software (Collective Access, Filemaker Pro)
Background in using social media platforms as a marketing and advertising tool
A proven track record in writing grant applications, project management and/or executing fundraising activities
Willingness to participate in active engagement with the media, board members, other museum/heritage groups, educational institutions, and museum visitors
Experience with organizing, creating and delivering interpretive programming and exhibitions
Able to work independently and a be a self-starter
Attention to detail and accuracy and the ability to handle competing priorities
A willingness to participate in professional development opportunities
Knowledge of Yukon and/or Yukon Anglican Church History is considered an asset
How to apply:
Email your resume and cover letter to: thisbee@klondiker.com Attention Hiring Committee.
Applicants selected for an interview will be asked to submit a portfolio with a two page descriptions of three previous projects you may have worked on (three different categories). Projects may include but are not limited to: exhibition design or installation, programs, collection work, or special event coordinating. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
For more information about the Old Log Church Museum please visit our website at www.oldlogchurchmuseum.ca.
