Employment - Assistant Museum Curator

Assistant Museum Curator

New Waterford & District Historical Society

Full-Time Contract

Weekdays Evenings

Description

The Assistant Museum Curator will oversee day-to-day operations at the museum located at Colliery Lands Park. In consultation with the Board of Directors, the Assistant Museum Curator will assist in the creation of exhibitions for the 2026 season. They will ensure heritage materials are cleaned and properly displayed, engage in site maintenance, and give tours.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the museum during the summer season
  • Assist in the planning and creation of exhibitions for the 2026 season
  • Ensure heritage materials are properly cleaned, cared for, and displayed
  • Provide guided tours for visitors
  • Assist in planning and executing the society’s lecture series

Requirements:

  • Must meet Canada Summer Jobs criteria (between 15 and 30 years of age/legally entitled to work in Canada)
  • Preference will be given to a university student who is returning to full-time study in September 2026
  • Preference may be given to students enrolled or graduated from Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Community Studies program
  • Interest in local history
  • Research skills
  • Able to work independently
  • Preference may be given to those from the New Waterford area (Scotchtown, River Ryan, Lingan, New Victoria)

*International students and other temporary residents of Canada are not eligible.

How To Apply

New Waterford & District Historical Society will be accepting applications for this position via email. Please follow the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

Please send cover letter and resume to nwhistoricalsociety@gmail.com

Email Address: nwhistoricalsociety@gmail.com Apply here

Intended Audience

This employment opportunity is open for: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents who are able to work for any employer in Canada (student permit, open work permit holders), unless specific eligibility criteria are noted in the above job posting.

Location Information
Community
New Waterford,
County
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Province
Nova Scotia
Country
Canada
Opportunity Information
Employer
New Waterford & District Historical Society
NOC Code
Library, archive, museum and art gallery managers (50010)
Experience Required
An Asset
Available Openings
1
Pay Type
Hourly
Pay Period
Hourly
Remuneration Per Pay Period
$16.75/hour
Estimated Weekly Hours
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Start Date
July 2nd 2026
End Date
August 20th 2026
Language
English
Posted on
May 5th 2026
Expires
June 30th 2026