Overview

Join us as a Museum Coordinator and become a vital force in bringing history, culture, and education to life! In this dynamic role, you will oversee daily museum operations, coordinate engaging exhibits, and foster meaningful connections with visitors and community partners. Your enthusiasm for cultural preservation combined with organizational prowess will ensure our museum remains a vibrant hub of discovery and learning.

This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to lead projects, inspire audiences, and contribute to the preservation of our shared heritage.

Responsibilities

- Manage daily operations of the museum, including visitor services, exhibit maintenance, and administrative tasks
- Coordinate the planning, setup, and dismantling of exhibitions and special events to ensure smooth execution
- Maintain accurate records using databases and metadata management systems for collections and artifacts
- Lead educational programs by developing engaging teaching materials and guiding tours for diverse audiences
- Supervise volunteers and junior staff, providing leadership and mentorship to foster a collaborative team workplace
- Conduct research on collections to enhance exhibit content,



ensuring historical accuracy and relevance
- Develop clear written reports, promotional materials, and educational content to communicate museum initiatives effectively

Experience

- Some experience managing museum collections or cultural institutions with strong organizational skills
- Familiarity with databases and metadata systems used for cataloging artifacts and exhibits
- Demonstrated leadership in supervising teams or coordinating projects within a museum or educational setting
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to engage visitors of all ages enthusiastically
- Some research capabilities complemented by effective writing skills for reports, proposals, and educational materials
- This is a Job Creation Program. All JCP requirements must be met: for whom an El benefit period is established (e.g., are on an active El claim) or whose El benefit period has ended within the previous 60 months (5years) or who paid El premiums in at least 5 of the last 10 calendar years (conditions may apply).

Pay: $729.00 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Museum Coordinator (Placentia)
🏢 Placentia Area Historical Society
📍 Placentia