[BCMA] Job posting - Sports Curator, Inspiring Local Champions (PoCo Heritage)

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Location: Port Coquitlam BC

Job Type: Contract

Duration: Jan 2024 – Dec 2024

Language: English

Contract value: $35,000

Application deadline: January 15th, 2024


The Port Coquitlam Heritage and Cultural Society (Poco Heritage) is looking
for expressions of interest on a contract to work with stakeholders in
curating an exhibit on the topic of “Terry Fox: Inspiring Local Champions”
and to develop plans for a series of rotating exhibits on the theme of
“Inspiring Local Champions”. The exhibits will build on the legacy of
hometown hero Terry Fox to inspire future generations to strive for
excellence while serving the community in all fields of endeavor. The
initial exhibit will be displayed in a newly designed, purpose built
exhibit space at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre starting in Sept 2024.


Reporting to the PoCo Heritage Museum Manager, the candidate selected will
work closely with project partners to curate artifacts in the initial
exhibit as well as develop a plan for future rotating exhibits.


Responsibilities:

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   Develop a detailed project plan for review and approval by the Museum
   Manager.
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   Work closely with the Terry Fox Centre, PoCo Heritage, City of Port
   Coquitlam, PoCo Sport Alliance, and other project stakeholders to develop
   exhibit themes and identify specific stories to tell through artifacts,
   text and images.
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   Develop cohesive narrative through all exhibits.
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   Work with PoCo Heritage staff to select artifacts and images to include
   in exhibits.
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   Write exhibit text panels and labels suitable for a broad audience.
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   In collaboration with project partners, develop themes for future
   rotating exhibits
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   Work with PoCo Heritage Museum staff and Terry Fox Centre to ensure
   artifacts are properly catalogued, handled and maintained to
   conservation standards and to ensure the integrity and security of
   artifacts while on display
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   Related duties as needed




Qualifications:

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   Master’s degree in museum studies or related field (e.g. history,
   anthropology, curatorial studies), with courses in exhibit development and
   collections management.
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   Minimum 5 years’ experience developing exhibits of a similar scale for
   museums or other public collections, including handling archival materials
   and artifacts.
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   Experience curating sports history exhibits an asset.Demonstrated
   project management and research skills.
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   Superior writing and communication skills, with experience developing
   engaging content for audiences of all ages, especially youth
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   Experience working on collaborative projects with multiple stakeholders.


Applicants should submit a resume, portfolio (including writing sample),
and cover letter to:


info at pocoheritage.org

Alex Code, Museum Manager and Curator

Subject line: Application - Inspiring Local Champions


At PoCo Heritage our mission is to preserve and celebrate the diverse
heritage of our community and we recognize the importance of inclusive
teams in achieving this goal.


Applications from Individuals or group including self-identified members of
underserved communities as well as those from visible and invisible
minority communities

are encouraged.


We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected
for an interview will be contacted.
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