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The Admin Support 2 – Museum Technician position at the Lloydminster Cultural & Science Centre (LCSC) is primarily focused on facilitating the coordination and maintenance of the Heritage Collection. The position also includes, but is not limited to museum administration, curatorial research, and providing tours. Additionally, this position supports the development of exhibitions under the guidance of the Collections Coordinator.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Administration
•With direction from the Collections Coordinator, coordinate and maintain the Heritage Collection, which includes:
-Reorganization of the LCSC’s heritage collection
-cataloguing
-data entry
-accessioning
-condition reporting
-curatorial research.

•Responsible for the implementation of the LCSC’s Integrated Pest Management Plan.
•General administration duties such as front cash, tourist information and security checks.
•Fabrication of mounts for sensitive artefacts.
Provide guided tours of the Centre and assist with programming.

Supervision and Leadership

•Work with the Collections Coordinator to develop a comprehensive artefact management plan, recommend artefacts for deaccession and compile a list of loaned artefacts.
•Provide progress reports monthly
•Engage with various user groups
•Train, coordinate and support collections and exhibition volunteers in their various duties.

Safety and Environment

•Follow and adhere to all City of Lloydminster and institutional safety policies and procedures.

Communication

•Demonstrate superior oral, written and interpersonal communication skills in a professional environment.
Other
•Other related duties as required.

Schedule:

Regular Hours for this position are Monday to Friday 8:45am-4:45pm. Weekend and evening shifts will be required as operational needs arise. The LCSC owns and operates multiple heritage buildings in offsite displays, which requires the Admin Support 2 to monitor these facilities throughout the summer and winter months.

Qualifications:

•Post-secondary Certificate in Museum studies, History or Material Culture from a recognized institution is required.
•One to two years’ experience working with museum/gallery collections and/or experience working in a cultural/tourism institution or organization is required.
•Must be able to work independently, and as part of a team.
•Excellent communication skills with the general public, both in person and over-the-phone.
•Proficient in the use of: Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel, familiar with collections database software and have strong attention to detail. Knowledge of PastPerfect is considered an asset.
•A valid forklift license is considered an asset.
•Must be comfortable working in inclement weather, in historical buildings, mechanics workshops, and working in a warehouse setting.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

•Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
•Successful applicant must provide proof of qualifications.