City of Edmonton Artifacts Centre

This position assists the Curators in tracking, caring for, and evaluating artifacts on exhibit. Successful volunteers will also provide quality care and management of the artifacts and assist in presenting them in the best way possible for visitors.

Details:

• Number of positions available: 2 part-time

• Responsibilities: 

  • Work alongside staff to conduct inventory checks of artifacts located in exhibits.

  • Perform dusting and cleaning duties in exhibits to keep artifacts in good condition and looking their best;

  • Assist in carrying out specific portions of the exhibit evaluation processes;

  • Observe and record any issues or opportunities and report them back to the Curators.

• Requirements: 

  • Attention to detail;

  • Legible handwriting;

  • Comfortable in moderately dusty and pollen environments, working indoors and outdoors, and potentially getting dirty.

• Time Commitment: Minimum of 2 shifts per month, with shifts being 4 hours in length.

• Length of Appointment: 6-month appointment from the initial start date.