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The City of Humboldt is currently seeking a permanent Museum Supervisor in the Cultural Services Department. This position is based at the Museum and the Gallery, but encompasses a wide variety of community programs, exhibits, and education programs at the Original Humboldt site, Water Tower, and in municipal Public Art.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•Performs all duties and responsibilities of the Museum Supervisor including:
•Provide direction and supervision of permanent and seasonal staff to ensure that the daily tasks and special projects required of the department are completed in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.
•Responsible to work with the Cultural Services Director to develop work schedules for the Department.
•Uphold appropriate museum standards for environmental conditions and cleanliness of all facilities or site.
•Oversee the provision of reception and information services to ensure all sites are open for visitors as per scheduled hours of operation.
•Train and supervise staff and foster teamwork and communication.
•Recruit, retain and recognize volunteers in all aspects of the Department.
•Conduct research and write interpretive text for exhibits, education and public programs.
•Ensure staff awareness of all policies and procedures.
•Responsible for maintenance of buildings, sites and equipment to ensure staff and public safety.
•Oversee the development, implementation and evaluation of education programs.
•Develop and coordinate all aspects of the public programs, including tours, special events, workshops.
•Coordinate the research, development, shipping, condition reporting of temporary and travelling exhibits at the museum and the art gallery.
•Develop and sustain partnerships with artists, community groups, sponsors and provincial organizations for projects, exhibits and programs.
•Oversee collections management including the conservation, safety, and documentation of the permanent and special collections.
•Responsible for marketing and public relations materials for programs, exhibits and activities.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
•Excellent communication skills – written and verbal.
•Extremely organized to manage several projects and sites simultaneously.
•Excellent public relations skills and an effective working relationship with all areas of the public.
•Maintaining operational procedures and reporting on activities such as gift shop, donations, fund-raising events, and general statistical data.
•Proven track record in successful grant writing, program management and reporting.
•Be informed and knowledgeable about Humboldt’s culture and heritage.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
•Graduation from a recognized Museum Studies program and/or equivalent experience in a museum.
•Prior experience in museum collections management.
•Prior experience in the development and provision of education and public programs.
•Prior experience supervising staff and working with volunteers.
•Knowledge of electronic equipment, computer hardware and software.
•Physically able to perform duties as required.
•Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence