[BCMA] Job Posting - Education & Outreach Coordinator

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Hello;

The Sidney Museum and Archives is looking for an Education & Outreach
Coordinator. Please see attached job description.

Education & Outreach Coordinator
Level – Permanent, Full Time
Job Family – Outreach & Education
Wage – $18.00/hour
Benefits – Chambers Plan Dental, Extended Health, Employee Assistance
Program (12 hours annually of counseling), Life Insurance, and Accidental
Death & Dismemberment
Closing Date - Posted until filled. Potential available start date of April
4th.

Summary:

Sidney Museum is a local museum presenting and preserving the history of
the Saanich Peninsula operated by the Sidney Museum and Archives Society, a
not-for-profit organization. The museum features a large gallery to display
local arts, crafts and collections and has a very active group of
volunteers assisting with collections management and storage, educational
programs, archives and exhibits. Sidney Museum attracts thousands of
visitors each year, and the extensive archives department preserves records
and provides research and information about the local area to the public.
The Museum operates with three full time staff members, and two temporary
seasonal staff.

The Education & Outreach Coordinator reports to the Executive Director and
is responsible for the educational and outreach programs at Sidney Museum.
This permanent full time position is for 35 hours a week, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30
p.m. with ½ hour unpaid lunch break, five days a week. Typically this
position covers one weekend day and four weekdays as their regular
schedule. Given the small team, schedules may shift to accommodate staff
holidays and events. Previous museum or education experience is an asset.
The position is ideal for a well-organized person who demonstrates
initiative and enjoys meeting and working with people.

Examples of Work:
Job functions are specific duties that would be included in the essential
functions of the job description. These functions are not all-inclusive.

   - Participates in the strategic planning for assigned areas and assists
   the Executive Director in developing and implementing the overall
   departmental strategic plan.
   - In the absence of the Executive Director and Assistant Director, this
   position would be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the
   museum including opening and closing.
   - Lead and create educational programming.
      - Develop curriculum-based educational programs and activities that
      compliment current and upcoming museum exhibits for a variety of
age groups.
      - Develop curriculum-based educational programs and activities that
      utilize and feature aspects of the Museum’s permanent collection
      (artefactual and archival, including digitized resources and the website)
      for a variety of age groups.
   - Assist with public outreach, such as representing the Museum at
   assigned community events or committees.
   - Establishes performance goals and measures to evaluate success of
   assigned area of responsibility.
   - Supervises the day-to-day operations of assigned interns, temporary
   staff and/or volunteers; provides guidance and direction where required.
   - Participates in formulating and implementing policies and procedures.
   - Ensure a positive, welcoming experience when interacting with visitors.
   - Work closely with volunteers and maintain a strong and positive team
   relationship;
   - Assists in the staff planning of exhibitions and related materials
   including the selection of exhibition themes and designs, and development
   or installation of exhibit materials.
   - Help with promotion and publicity including the preparation of
   newsletters and reports, media communications both online and written.
   - Attends Board Meetings only when required and/or relevant committee
   meetings.
   - Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.


Education and Experience:

An undergraduate degree, preferably in history, public history,
archaeology, anthropology, or a related field. Minimum six months
(concurrent or non-concurrent) delivering curriculum-based lesson plans
and/or programs in a classroom, museum, or similar setting.

Desired Competencies:

   - Excellent written communication, including ability to write sample
   lesson plans/guides for activities.
   - Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
   - Strong abilities in time management, memorization, organization, and
   problem solving.
   - Proven experience working effectively independently and as a part of a
   team.
   - Experience in, or willingness to learn, new educational techniques and
   methodologies.
   - Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher,
   PowerPoint).

Licensure and Certification:

   - Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license or equivalent.
   - Criminal Record Check – Vulnerable Populations

Supervision:
Provides supervision and direction to assigned interns, staff and
volunteers.

Apply: Send resume and cover letter to director at sidneymuseum.ca with the
subject "EO Coordinator Application". All applicants will be notified when
the position is filled. Thank you for your interest!

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Kind regards,
Alyssa

-- 

Alyssa Gerwing, MA, MLIS

Executive Director
Sidney Museum & Archives

2423 Beacon Avenue L3

Sidney, BC V8L 1X5

T 250.655.6355

Web sidneymuseum.ca

Email director at sidneymuseum.ca
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