Summer Employment Opportunities - 2025 Season
We are currently accepting applicants for our summer employment opportunities funded through Canada Summer Jobs and Student Summer Skills Incentive (SKILLS). Interviews will be held during April and May 2026 to seek the best candidate. To apply please email us at [email protected] with a resume and cover letter.
Assistant Museum Curator, Interpreter/Media Creator - $18/hr
This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs or Student Summer Skills Incentive (SKILLS) and certain restrictions apply. Anticipated start date July 4th, ending August 30th. (Possibility of weekends in September & October)
The Assistant Museum Curator is an ideal position for an individual who is passionate about history, enjoys working with the public, and wants to gain more experience in visitor services, museums, and collection work. The Museum Interpreter/Media Creator will be based out of the 2nd level of the centre (Archives Office, art gallery & studio).
The Assistant Museum Curator will conduct tours of the museum, gallery exhibitions and the heritage site, answering inquiries and providing information concerning exhibits or the site.
When not tending to visitors the Assistant Museum Curator will work with the Curator, Museum Interpreter/Archivist and the Centre’s Director to curate content relating to museum exhibits and collections for digital platforms, including the museum website and social media. QR codes linking to the newly created content will be added to physical exhibits within our facility to improve accessibility for the hearing and visually impaired.
The Assistant Museum Curator will follow a marketing plan, scheduling social media posts in relation to cultural events directed at supporting local and regional tourism development.
Other duties include:
• further development of exhibits/interpretive material/teaching guides (ie. Dykes & Agriculture, Women' s role in the community, Avondale School photos and records, African contribution to the development of agriculture in Hants County).
• photograph/film/edit footage recorded during events (art shows, Open Studio, workshops, Wharf Day)
• aid with social media for events, live posts (art shows, Open Studio, workshops, Wharf Day)
• continued research on Home Histories webpage with "Then & Now" matching photos
• record/transcribe/edit video footage "Meet the People" oral history interviews
• lead tours
• Cover the art gallery reception area, including opening and closing procedures, welcoming and greeting visitors, maintaining visitation records, processing sales and admissions, responding to visitor inquiries, managing phone lines, assisting in gift shop operations, and processing daily cash.
Qualifications:
Interpretive Guide # 1, Museum Interpreter/Archivist - $18/hr
This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs and certain restrictions apply. Anticipated start date July 4th, ending August 30th. (Possibility of weekends in September & October)
The Museum Interpreter Guide will greet visitors in a cheerful, outgoing and helpful manner, and then interpret the Museum and its artifacts to the degree and depth they desire, such that when they leave the centre the visitor will feel they have had a worthwhile and interesting experience.
The Museum Interpreter Guide will be based out of the main level of the museum and will work closely with other staff and volunteers to aid with ongoing tasks, providing support when it comes to research, digitization and marketing, in an effort to support local and regional tourism and community programming.
When not tending to visitors the Museum Interpreter Guide will work closely with the Curator(s) and Collections Committee to ensure all items in our collection have been digitized and archived correctly, aiding the Curator, Museum Interpreter, Media Creator and the Centre’s Director in updating our exhibits to improve accessibility for the hearing and visually impaired. The Museum Interpreter/Archivist will aid with the recording and editing of footage for use on our social media, website and youtube pages. QR codes linking to the content will be added to physical exhibits within our facility for added accessibility.
The Museum Interpreter Guide will work closely with other staff to aid them with ongoing tasks, providing support when it comes to research, digitization and marketing in an effort to support local and regional tourism.
Other duties include:
Qualifications:
Interpretive Guide # 2 - Museum Interpreter/Archivist - $18/hr
This position is funded through Student Summer Skills Incentive (SKILLS) and certain restrictions apply. Anticipated start date May 4th, ending August 29th. (Possibility of weekends in September & October)
The Museum Interpreter Guide will greet visitors in a cheerful, outgoing and helpful manner, and then interpret the Museum and its artifacts to the degree and depth they desire, such that when they leave the centre the visitor will feel they have had a worthwhile and interesting experience.
The Museum Interpreter Guide will be based out of the main level of the museum and will work closely with other staff and volunteers to aid with ongoing tasks, providing support when it comes to research, digitization and marketing, in an effort to support local and regional tourism and community programming.
When not tending to visitors the Museum Interpreter Guide will work closely with the Curator(s) and Collections Committee to ensure all items in our collection have been digitized and archived correctly, aiding the Curator, Museum Interpreter, Media Creator and the Centre’s Director in updating our exhibits to improve accessibility for the hearing and visually impaired. The Museum Interpreter/Archivist will aid with the recording and editing of footage for use on our social media, website and youtube pages. QR codes linking to the content will be added to physical exhibits within our facility for added accessibility.
The Museum Interpreter Guide will work closely with other staff to aid them with ongoing tasks, providing support when it comes to research, digitization and marketing in an effort to support local and regional tourism.
Other duties include:
Qualifications:
This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs or Student Summer Skills Incentive (SKILLS) and certain restrictions apply. Anticipated start date July 4th, ending August 30th. (Possibility of weekends in September & October)
The Assistant Museum Curator is an ideal position for an individual who is passionate about history, enjoys working with the public, and wants to gain more experience in visitor services, museums, and collection work. The Museum Interpreter/Media Creator will be based out of the 2nd level of the centre (Archives Office, art gallery & studio).
The Assistant Museum Curator will conduct tours of the museum, gallery exhibitions and the heritage site, answering inquiries and providing information concerning exhibits or the site.
When not tending to visitors the Assistant Museum Curator will work with the Curator, Museum Interpreter/Archivist and the Centre’s Director to curate content relating to museum exhibits and collections for digital platforms, including the museum website and social media. QR codes linking to the newly created content will be added to physical exhibits within our facility to improve accessibility for the hearing and visually impaired.
The Assistant Museum Curator will follow a marketing plan, scheduling social media posts in relation to cultural events directed at supporting local and regional tourism development.
Other duties include:
• further development of exhibits/interpretive material/teaching guides (ie. Dykes & Agriculture, Women' s role in the community, Avondale School photos and records, African contribution to the development of agriculture in Hants County).
• photograph/film/edit footage recorded during events (art shows, Open Studio, workshops, Wharf Day)
• aid with social media for events, live posts (art shows, Open Studio, workshops, Wharf Day)
• continued research on Home Histories webpage with "Then & Now" matching photos
• record/transcribe/edit video footage "Meet the People" oral history interviews
• lead tours
• Cover the art gallery reception area, including opening and closing procedures, welcoming and greeting visitors, maintaining visitation records, processing sales and admissions, responding to visitor inquiries, managing phone lines, assisting in gift shop operations, and processing daily cash.
Qualifications:
- Expressed interest in the fields of visitor services, museum studies, archival studies, the arts, and heritage, cultural, educational, or non-profit settings
- Ideal candidates have taken courses in relevant disciplines (i.e. History, Museum Studies, Ecology, Tourism, and/or Education)
- Confidence with time management, organization, and problem solving
- Experience working effectively as a part of a team or independently
- Demonstrated skills in customer service and interacting with a range of audiences
- Demonstrated interpersonal and English verbal and written communication skills
- Must have excellent research skills
- General computer literacy and the ability to learn new skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office Suite, Google programs, web-based software, and collection databases (Collective Access) and Adobe (Photoshop, Premier Rush)
Interpretive Guide # 1, Museum Interpreter/Archivist - $18/hr
This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs and certain restrictions apply. Anticipated start date July 4th, ending August 30th. (Possibility of weekends in September & October)
The Museum Interpreter Guide will greet visitors in a cheerful, outgoing and helpful manner, and then interpret the Museum and its artifacts to the degree and depth they desire, such that when they leave the centre the visitor will feel they have had a worthwhile and interesting experience.
The Museum Interpreter Guide will be based out of the main level of the museum and will work closely with other staff and volunteers to aid with ongoing tasks, providing support when it comes to research, digitization and marketing, in an effort to support local and regional tourism and community programming.
When not tending to visitors the Museum Interpreter Guide will work closely with the Curator(s) and Collections Committee to ensure all items in our collection have been digitized and archived correctly, aiding the Curator, Museum Interpreter, Media Creator and the Centre’s Director in updating our exhibits to improve accessibility for the hearing and visually impaired. The Museum Interpreter/Archivist will aid with the recording and editing of footage for use on our social media, website and youtube pages. QR codes linking to the content will be added to physical exhibits within our facility for added accessibility.
The Museum Interpreter Guide will work closely with other staff to aid them with ongoing tasks, providing support when it comes to research, digitization and marketing in an effort to support local and regional tourism.
Other duties include:
- Assisting with daily exhibit care and maintenance, including cleaning and monitoring procedures
- Assisting with public research requests, responding to both local and distant researcher inquiries regarding collections and the Avon River area, as well as facilitating on-site research
- Working alongside Museum staff to research, create, and install temporary exhibits showcasing local stories
- Assisting with ongoing collection management and exhibit projects
- Responsible for the safety of the visitors by providing necessary assistance for physically challenged or elderly people, knowing where first aid kits are stowed, the emergency telephone numbers and being able to respond to situations covered in the Emergency and Disaster Preparedness Plan for the ARHS
- Keeping the Museum clean, inside and outside. This includes making certain the bathrooms are checked frequently during the day for cleanliness and that adequate supplies are provided. This includes the two interior bathrooms and the outside facility.
- Providing tourist information as appropriate
- Helping with inventory counts and checks
- Security of the centre and its collection during the day and when closing at the end of the day and the correct handling of monies in the gift shop or tea room
Qualifications:
- Expressed interest in the fields of visitor services, museum studies, archival studies, and heritage, cultural, educational, or non-profit settings
- Ideal candidates have taken courses in relevant disciplines (i.e. History, Museum Studies, Ecology, Tourism, and/or Education)
- Confidence with time management, organization, and problem solving
- Experience working effectively as a part of a team or independently
- Demonstrated skills in customer service and interacting with a range of audiences
- Demonstrated interpersonal and English verbal and written communication skills
- Must have excellent research skills
- General computer literacy and the ability to learn new skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office Suite, Google programs, web-based software, and collection databases (Collective Access)
Interpretive Guide # 2 - Museum Interpreter/Archivist - $18/hr
This position is funded through Student Summer Skills Incentive (SKILLS) and certain restrictions apply. Anticipated start date May 4th, ending August 29th. (Possibility of weekends in September & October)
The Museum Interpreter Guide will greet visitors in a cheerful, outgoing and helpful manner, and then interpret the Museum and its artifacts to the degree and depth they desire, such that when they leave the centre the visitor will feel they have had a worthwhile and interesting experience.
The Museum Interpreter Guide will be based out of the main level of the museum and will work closely with other staff and volunteers to aid with ongoing tasks, providing support when it comes to research, digitization and marketing, in an effort to support local and regional tourism and community programming.
When not tending to visitors the Museum Interpreter Guide will work closely with the Curator(s) and Collections Committee to ensure all items in our collection have been digitized and archived correctly, aiding the Curator, Museum Interpreter, Media Creator and the Centre’s Director in updating our exhibits to improve accessibility for the hearing and visually impaired. The Museum Interpreter/Archivist will aid with the recording and editing of footage for use on our social media, website and youtube pages. QR codes linking to the content will be added to physical exhibits within our facility for added accessibility.
The Museum Interpreter Guide will work closely with other staff to aid them with ongoing tasks, providing support when it comes to research, digitization and marketing in an effort to support local and regional tourism.
Other duties include:
- Assisting with daily exhibit care and maintenance, including cleaning and monitoring procedures
- Assisting with public research requests, responding to both local and distant researcher inquiries regarding collections and the Avon River area, as well as facilitating on-site research
- Working alongside Museum staff to research, create, and install temporary exhibits showcasing local stories
- Assisting with ongoing collection management and exhibit projects
- Responsible for the safety of the visitors by providing necessary assistance for physically challenged or elderly people, knowing where first aid kits are stowed, the emergency telephone numbers and being able to respond to situations covered in the Emergency and Disaster Preparedness Plan for the ARHS
- Keeping the Museum clean, inside and outside. This includes making certain the bathrooms are checked frequently during the day for cleanliness and that adequate supplies are provided. This includes the two interior bathrooms and the outside facility.
- Providing tourist information as appropriate
- Helping with inventory counts and checks
- Security of the centre and its collection during the day and when closing at the end of the day and the correct handling of monies in the gift shop or tea room
Qualifications:
- Expressed interest in the fields of visitor services, museum studies, archival studies, and heritage, cultural, educational, or non-profit settings
- Ideal candidates have taken courses in relevant disciplines (i.e. History, Museum Studies, Ecology, Tourism, and/or Education)
- Confidence with time management, organization, and problem solving
- Experience working effectively as a part of a team or independently
- Demonstrated skills in customer service and interacting with a range of audiences
- Demonstrated interpersonal and English verbal and written communication skills
- Must have excellent research skills
- General computer literacy and the ability to learn new skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office Suite, Google programs, web-based software, and collection databases (Collective Access)
