Collections Assistant
This grant usually approves one position each year. We apply for two SEED/PEP positions each year. Often, this student divides their time between both jobs, the other being the Visitor Services Officer.
General Information
Job Title: Collections Assistant
Duration: 10 weeks
Start/End Dates: Tentatively June 19, 2011 to August 27, 2011
Language(s): English, bilingualism (French and English) would be an asset
Position Description/Responsibilities
The Collections Assistant will assist with the collection inventory as well as secure, organize and maintain documentation relating to the holdings in the collection and ensure that current records are available as required.
Brief Description of Duties
Handling objects using correct object handling techniques; physical inventory of artefacts by fully documenting each object (checking accession numbers, updating files, noting location); digitally photographing artefacts; completing condition reports; database entry; and minor re-housing of artifacts.
Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
The Fredericton Region Museum is open 7 days a week during the summer and students are expected to be available to work days, week ends and evenings.
Desired Qualifications
Minimum second year student (preferably in History or Anthropology) with excellent computer skills (MS Office and database), strong organizational, teamwork and multitasking skills, research and writing skills, a demonstrated attention to accuracy and detail, able to maintain organized and effective files and documentation, both in paper and electronically, ability to lift and carry 40-pound boxes unassisted, ability to work independently and on detailed tasks as well as have an appreciation for antiquities.
Application Process
Apply by May 1, 2010 in person to the Executive Director at 571 Queen Street with a resume and cover letter during regular business hours. Must be registered with the SEED/PEP student employment program.
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