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Assistant Curator

Beachville District Museum

Beachville, Ontario

Contract Term: March 23, 2026 - December 31, 2026

Compensation: $22–$32 per hour (commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Hours: 35 hours/week (Typical work week is Monday-Friday, with some evening and weekend hours required)

Job Summary

The Beachville District Museum is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and community-minded professional to join our curatorial team as Assistant Curator. Reporting to the Curator/Manager, the Assistant Curator supports the daily operations of the museum, the stewardship of its collection, and the delivery of engaging programs and events that advance our mission.

This is a dynamic role suited to someone who enjoys balancing collections work, public engagement, administration, and program/event coordination in a small museum environment.

Responsibilities

  • Support daily museum operations including following opening/closing procedures, welcoming visitors, giving tours, fulfilling research requests, preparing basic financial claims, overseeing volunteers and junior staff as needed, creating promotional materials, maintaining the museum website, and completing routine housekeeping tasks.

  • Conduct donor meetings, complete intake documentation, register and catalogue artifacts, and assist with collections-related reporting to the Board of Directors.

  • Research and update interpretive exhibit materials as needed, and develop new interpretive tools to enhance visitor engagement.

  • Coordinate and deliver school programs, workshops, summer camp activities, and outreach initiatives.

  • Assist with planning and executing museum events and facility rentals.

  • Other duties as assigned by the Curator/Manager and/or Board of Directors.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Post-secondary education in Museum Studies, Public History, Archival Studies, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

  • Written and verbal communication skills to express ideas clearly, and ability adapt communication style to suit different audiences

  • Experience in collections management and artifact handling practices

  • Computer skills with the ability to learn and use digital database and software programs; experience with Past Perfect and Google Drive is an asset

  • Ability to maintain a positive, professional attitude and exhibit strong interpersonal skills

  • Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and record-keeping skills

  • Ability to complete basic financial reconciliations and claim submissions

  • Experience with various social media platforms including Facebook and Instagram

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively on a small team

  • Bookkeeping and financial experience is an asset

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter and résumé outlining your relevant experience, qualifications, and contact information to beachvilledistrictmuseum@gmail.com.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Beachville District Museum is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages all qualified applicants to apply. We welcome applicants that are new Canadians, Indigenous youth, youth with disabilities or members of other minority groups. As a workplace we aspire to support Indigenous Cultural Safety to promote racial equality and inclusivity.