The application deadline for this position is August 10 at 11:59 PM Mountain Standard Time (MST).

About the Role Working closely with the Director, Culture and Heritage, you'll help lead the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre. You'll oversee public education, museum collections and conservation, exhibit development, visitor services, and museum operations while building partnerships with Indigenous governments, community organizations, schools, tourism partners, and stakeholders across the Northwest Territories.

Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership for public programming, visitor services, exhibits, and museum operations

Lead public education, community outreach, and engagement initiatives that connect Northerners with their history and culture

Oversee museum collections, conservation, exhibit planning, and building operations

Develop partnerships with Indigenous organizations, schools, tourism operators, and community stakeholders

Support strategic planning, operational planning, budgeting,



and policy development for the Culture and Heritage Division

Lead projects and initiatives that enhance visitor experiences and promote the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre

Qualifications Required A degree in Museum Studies, Education, Anthropology, or a related field

Five (5) years of experience working in a museum, archives, or other cultural institution

One (1) year of supervisory or team lead experience

Examples of cultural institutions include heritage centres, science centres, and art galleries.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Learn More The GNWT offers a competitive salary, an annual northern living allowance, a generous defined benefit pension plan, and health/dental perks in addition to relocation assistance. To learn more about living and working in the Northwest Territories, visit:

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📌 Assistant Director, Culture and Heritage (Yellowknife)
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