The Cochrane Historical and Archival Preservation Society (CHAPS) is offering a summer employment opportunity as a museum assistant at the Cochrane Museum, Cochrane Ranche, #80 Highway 1A, Cochrane AB from May 7-Sept 1, 2025
This full time position (35 hrs/wk) requires the successful candidate to work weekends when the Museum is open to the public. Primary duties at these times will involve facilitation of Museum operations including opening/closing, greeting visitors and interacting with our guests to ensure a quality visitor experience.
During closed hours, the successful candidate will engage in activities that support the maintenance and enhancement of the museum and archival collection. This may include researching and organizing various aspects of the collection as well administrative tasks.
The ideal candidate will possess a mature and responsible attitude, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Basic knowledge and competency in computer skills is necessary. Previous work in a library or archival environment is an asset and a general interest in local history is beneficial.
The Museum offers a competitive salary, clean indoor working environment and a supportive management style. The museum is not handicap accessible.
Please submit a resume and references by April 15, 2025 to lynn@chapscochrane.com. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
