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Museums Association of Saskatchewan, Regina or Remote/Hybrid
Deadline: January 21, 2020 - February 14, 2020
Contact
Name: Wendy Fitch
Phone: 306-780-9279
E-mail: mas@saskmuseums.org
Website: www.saskmuseums.org
Deadline
February 14, 2020
We are looking for a Museums Advisor!
To be employed by the Museums Association of Saskatchewan is to:
• Work with 250 museums in the province on a wide array of topics;
• Contribute to the stewardship and sharing of Saskatchewan’s rich heritage, current life and the cultural diversity of its people;
• Enjoy an inclusive, dynamic and stimulating work environment;
• Work with professionals who form a team and where your contribution is important and appreciated;
• Work to build lasting, intercultural relationships within MAS and the museum sector;
• Be able to develop your full potential while performing interesting and varied tasks;
• Advocate professional museum standards and practices;
• Benefit from a full range of benefits and pension.
As the Museums Advisor, you will be responsible for the planning, evaluation, and implementation of all advisory/consultation programs and services including:
• Manage SaskCollections including planning, evaluation, budget preparation and implementation;
• Collaborate with MAS staff, volunteers, members and stakeholders in planning, development and implementations of MAS activities and services;
• Conduct a range of consultation services targeting member museums including on-site visits, correspondence (email) and telephone;
• Develop and oversee the production of resource materials including manuals, guides, videos and templates for both print and online publication;
• Oversee review/revision of Standards document;
• Participate in the research and writing of funding applications and follow-up reports;
Qualifications/Competencies:
- Applicable university degree or equivalent combination of post-secondary education and experience;
- Sound knowledge of the broad range of museum operational practices;
- Sound knowledge of, and experience with, collections management database software;
- Practical experience with non-profit organizations and community volunteer groups;
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills;
- Strong critical thinking skills with an emphasis on ‘thinking outside the box’;
- Familiarity with museum community;
- Demonstrated planning, evaluation, organizational, and time-management skills;
- Demonstrated self-starter;
- Demonstrated ability to be flexible and work in a fast-paced team environment;
- Sense of humour;
- Valid driver’s licence and a willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends as required.
Location: Regina, Saskatchewan
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary range: $44,000 - $60,000
The Museums Association of Saskatchewan is committed to maintaining an inclusive culture and building a diverse workforce. MAS welcomes applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of our organization. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Closing Date: Applications must be received by noon, February 14, 2020.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 references – one of whom is a previous employer to mas@saskmuseums.org.
MAS appreciates the interest of all applicants but only those individuals who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
To be employed by the Museums Association of Saskatchewan is to:
• Work with 250 museums in the province on a wide array of topics;
• Contribute to the stewardship and sharing of Saskatchewan’s rich heritage, current life and the cultural diversity of its people;
• Enjoy an inclusive, dynamic and stimulating work environment;
• Work with professionals who form a team and where your contribution is important and appreciated;
• Work to build lasting, intercultural relationships within MAS and the museum sector;
• Be able to develop your full potential while performing interesting and varied tasks;
• Advocate professional museum standards and practices;
• Benefit from a full range of benefits and pension.
As the Museums Advisor, you will be responsible for the planning, evaluation, and implementation of all advisory/consultation programs and services including:
• Manage SaskCollections including planning, evaluation, budget preparation and implementation;
• Collaborate with MAS staff, volunteers, members and stakeholders in planning, development and implementations of MAS activities and services;
• Conduct a range of consultation services targeting member museums including on-site visits, correspondence (email) and telephone;
• Develop and oversee the production of resource materials including manuals, guides, videos and templates for both print and online publication;
• Oversee review/revision of Standards document;
• Participate in the research and writing of funding applications and follow-up reports;
Qualifications/Competencies:
- Applicable university degree or equivalent combination of post-secondary education and experience;
- Sound knowledge of the broad range of museum operational practices;
- Sound knowledge of, and experience with, collections management database software;
- Practical experience with non-profit organizations and community volunteer groups;
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills;
- Strong critical thinking skills with an emphasis on ‘thinking outside the box’;
- Familiarity with museum community;
- Demonstrated planning, evaluation, organizational, and time-management skills;
- Demonstrated self-starter;
- Demonstrated ability to be flexible and work in a fast-paced team environment;
- Sense of humour;
- Valid driver’s licence and a willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends as required.
Location: Regina, Saskatchewan
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary range: $44,000 - $60,000
The Museums Association of Saskatchewan is committed to maintaining an inclusive culture and building a diverse workforce. MAS welcomes applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of our organization. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Closing Date: Applications must be received by noon, February 14, 2020.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 references – one of whom is a previous employer to mas@saskmuseums.org.
MAS appreciates the interest of all applicants but only those individuals who are selected for an interview will be contacted.