Museum Assistant - Morningstar Mill

at  City of St Catharines

QUALIFICATIONS:

• The applicant must be enrolled in full-time, post-secondary studies in Museum Studies, History or a related field and be returning to full-time studies in the Fall, and must provide a supporting confirmation letter from your Registrar’s Office.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada, be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and be between the ages of 16 -30 years.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Graphics Software is an asset.

SKILLS:

• Applicants should possess strong organizational skills, the ability to work independently, an aptitude for oral and written communication, attention to detail, have volunteer and interpersonal skills, and have an interest in technology and historic homes.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants must be able to work on weekends.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is highly desired, as there is no public transportation available to and from the site.
• Proven completion of Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness training.
• A demonstrated commitment to enhancing a safety culture.
• Proof of education will be required upon hire.

Morningstar Mill is a small, rural industrial heritage site owned by the City of St. Catharines and operated in partnership with the Friends of Morningstar Mill. It features a working grist mill built in 1872, a turbine shed, a sawmill, a blacksmith and carpentry shop and the historic home of the Morningstar family. The Mill provides a rare glimpse back in time to when moving water was used to mechanically grind grain into flour.
The Museum Assistant will interpret and provide tours of the site to public; assist with research, cataloging and photographing/scanning; assist with the conservation of artifacts, and assist with event planning.