Community Outreach Assistants – The Saskatchewan Archaeological Society (SAS)

at  Museums Association of Saskatchewan

April 12, 2024
The Saskatchewan Archaeological Society (SAS) is seeking two (2) post-secondary students to assist us in the delivery of archaeology services to communities throughout Saskatchewan. This includes providing archeological educational programming as well as working with artifact collections. Applicants should have public speaking experience and be comfortable working with diverse audiences.
Qualifications: • must be a current post-secondary student in Archaeology/Anthropology, Museum Studies, Indigenous Studies, History or a closely related field (Master’s program is preferred but experienced BA or BSc’s students will be considered) • familiarity with Saskatchewan archaeology • public speaking ability • computer competency in Word, Excel, and Outlook • energetic, motivated self-directed but capable of working in a team setting • excellent communication and organizational skills • willingness to travel
In order to meet Young Canada Works-Summer Jobs eligibility requirements, all candidates must demonstrate that they: • are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident, or have refugee status in Canada (non-Canadians holding temporary work visas or awaiting permanent status are not eligible); • are legally entitled to work in Canada; • are between 16 and 30 years of age at the start of employment; • are willing to commit to the full duration of the work assignment; • will not have another full-time job (over 30 hours a week) during the Young Canada Works work assignment; • have been a full-time high school, college, CEGEP or university student (as defined by their educational institution) in the semester preceding the YCW work assignment; and • intend to return to full-time studies in the semester following the YCW work assignment.
The deadline for applications is 4:00 pm Friday April 12, 2024. The SAS encourages candidates from the Government of Canada’s job equi-ty groups (i.e., women, people of all abilities, Aboriginal people, and members of visible minorities) to self-identify. The SAS fosters a safe and welcoming environment for self-identification. Although we appreciate all applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to supply a current criminal record check and evidence of recent graduation.
To apply for this position, please submit an online application through the Young Canada Works portal or submit a cover letter and resume to: General@TheSAS.ca The full job ad can be viewed on our website here: https://thesas.ca/services/employment-opportunities/

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