We Are Hiring!

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is currently hiring a Supervisor for the Community Strategies department. 

The Supervisor, Community Strategies is responsible for the leadership and supervision of a variety of recreation, culture/art, beautification and facilities related programs, projects and initiatives.

To learn more about this position, please click here

Program & Administrative Assistant for the Edmonton Heritage Council

Program & Administrative Assistant for the Edmonton Heritage Council 

1.  Position Purpose 

The Edmonton Heritage Council is an organizer, catalyst and advocate for Edmonton’s heritage and history, animating conversations and sparking action toward a more confident, lively and attractive city. 

Reporting to the Program & Operations Manager, the Program & Administrative Assistant supports EHC Program Coordinators (Heritage Grants/Network and City Museum development) and occasionally to other EHC staff, as directed. The primary responsibility is to assist in the efficient day-to-day operations of EHC’s programs in an efficient and well-organized way. This position requires occasional evening and weekend work. The Heritage Council’s work culture is highly collaborative and based on frequent discussion and staff input.

2. Key Responsibilities and Duties

Program Support—Edmonton Museums Strategy (approx. 35% of workload):

- Assisting with logistics, tours and events related to the Edmonton City as Museum Project (ECAMP)
- Plan logistics of meetings, consultations, facilitated sessions, workshops and socials for ECAMP and EHN, in partnership with EHC staff.
- Recording notes at all of the above events, as required
- Manage electronic and paper files for all related initiatives
- Assisting with the administration and content management for the Edmonton City as Museum Project website and related social media
- Assisting with the administration and content management for the Edmonton Heritage Network website 

Heritage Grants (approx. 35% of workload):

- Assist in the planning and implementation of grants workshops
- Process and manage grant applications
- Organize logistics of Juries (room booking, catering, managing and sending out Jury packages)
- Take minutes during Juries
- Participate in an internal administrative review of program and jury process

Administration (30% of workload):

Assists other EHC Staff:
- Maintain membership database
- Assist with events planning, including AGM, general member mixers, receptions, etc.
- Oversee catering, room bookings, invitations/notices as required
- Support the maintenance of all office supplies, equipment and technology 
- Provide support to Board of Directors meetings via the Executive Director
- Financial administration related to EHC bank accounts and donations 

3. Qualifications

- Post secondary degree in Business Administration/Management, Heritage and Culture Management or related field
- Three years experience in a professional administrative role
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Flexibility in addressing challenges through nimble responses
- Able to work effectively within a team as well as independently
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, creative problem-solving skills
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office (OS X) 
- An appreciation of Edmonton’s heritage is an asset

4. Physical requirements

There are minimal physical requirements such as setting up table and chairs for meetings, moving boxes of meeting-related items in and out of vehicles, and traveling off-site to other locations whose facilities may be basic.

5. Employment Term

Two-year term with possibility of extension.


Please submit a cover letter and resume by email in a single PDF document to:
David Ridley, Executive Director, Edmonton Heritage Council
Email: dridley@edmontonheritage.ca

Submissions will be reviewed starting Thursday, July 31st, 2014. A full job description and more information are available by email only. For more information about EHC and its work, visit http://www.edmontonheritage.ca/

The Edmonton Heritage Council thanks all applicants for their interest. Only candidates considered for interviews for this position will be contacted.

Job Opportunity as Curator of Lougheed House

Lougheed House, a Provincial and National historic site built in 1891, is searching for a dynamic and creative Full-Time Curator. Must hold at minimum a bachelor's degree in museology, history or a related field, combined with additional work experience and training in curatorial and archival collections care and management. 

Job description is below:

Natural History Education and Interpretation Program Coordinator

Liliaceae, Ficus Benghalensis, Python Daudin and Bunnies!

Do words like these excite you? Are you looking for a budding career? You've come to the right place! The Community Services Department is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our dynamic team of programmers and interpreters to be a Program Coordinator at the Muttart Conservatory and John Janzen Nature Centre. This supervisory role will allow you to exercise your knowledge of natural history and education as you will lead these centres in developing and implementing educational programs to engage visitors in learning about horticulture and nature. You will be required to create and coordinate educational programs, hire, train, supervise and provide support to your staff team and liaise with a variety of other City of Edmonton units and staff to ensure these quality programs go off without a hitch.

Some of your exciting responsibilities are to:
-Plan and organize the implementation of education and interpretation programs for the Muttart Conservatory and John Janzen Nature Centre
-Coordinate the development of new programs for the Muttart and John Janzen Nature Centre and in response to changing curriculum, customer requests, and new exhibits
-Recruit, hire, train and supervise program staff and provide support with scheduling, timesheet submission and evaluation
-Liaise with Communications personnel for promotional needs and prepare and submit information for brochures
-Liaise with bookings staff to ensure facilities are booked efficiently and programs are booked correctly. Set up, monitor and evaluate programs in CLASS
-Coordinate supply purchasing for programs at the Muttart and Nature Centre
-Fulfill supervisor roles and responsibilities in the city-wide safety program
-Coordinate and assist with special projects as they relate to education programs
-Represent Education and Interpretation Programs on facility-based committees
-Work collaboratively with other units, including Special Events, Operations and Bookings
-Other related duties as required
-To visualize what it is like to be on our team, visit The City of Edmonton Talent Hub.

Qualifications:
-Degree/diploma in Recreation/Leisure Studies, Education, Science, History, or other related discipline with training in program development
-One year of program delivery experience in an interpretive or recreation environment and at least six months of supervisory experience
-Knowledge of all aspects of program development and delivery including approaches to youth education
-Demonstrated ability and experience necessary to perform supervisory responsibilities
-Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and train others
-Solid knowledge of local natural history and/or horticulture
-Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
-Experience using Microsoft Office (Word), Google (Mail, Calendar) and other computer software programs
-Current Standard First Aid and CPR
-Possession of a valid Class 5 Alberta Motor Vehicle Operators License and eligibility to obtain a City driver's permit
-Applicants will be required to arrange their own transportation and where appropriate will be reimbursed in accordance with the City of Edmonton policy. This may require the applicant to obtain business use auto insurance
-The successful candidate will be required to obtain a satisfactory Police Information Check Certificate including a Vulnerable Sector Check from the police agency in the jurisdiction in which they reside. Residents of the City of Edmonton can usually obtain a Police Information Check Certificate including a Vulnerable Sector Check with a single visit to the Police Information Check Section located at #108, 14315 118 Avenue. Candidates residing outside the City of Edmonton will be required to obtain a Certified Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Check from their local RCMP detachment
-Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week

Please apply online at: https://edmonton.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=18538&src=JB-10700

Job Opportunity with the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum

The County of Grande Prairie No 1 is seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for The Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum – a brand new, world class facility in Wembley, AB with experience in collections, programming and facility management. 

The CEO is responsible for the development, execution, and management of the policies, programs, and initiatives of the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum as directed by its Board of Directors. The successful candidate will provide leadership toward achievement of the Museum Society’s mandates, mission, and its' long-term and immediate goals and objectives. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in the management of a non-profit organization and have current management credentials and have a willingness to serve as the Executive Director of the Museum Society.

As the successful candidate you will have the ability to supervise and manage professional, volunteer, and administrative staff members, through a supportive, collaborative environment.
You will possess strong written and verbal communication skills and have previous experience with budget preparation, fiscal management and analysis. You have the capability to develop and implement long-range plans; as well as, an ability to develop, implement, and evaluate public opinion surveys and related data collection vehicles. You will have some understanding of curatorial requirements of a unique museum collection and have knowledge of current and emerging public relations issues and trends applicable to the museum and cultural fields.

The successful candidate will possess a degree in Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field and have a minimum of ten years’ experience in progressively advancing level of executive and managerial capabilities. A demonstrated successful track record in fundraising, and previous experience as a CEO of a similar sized non-profit organization, preferably in the field of arts and culture, are assets, and a passion to advance the mission of the Museum is a must. 

Duties will include; but are not limited to:
• Managing the staff, services and activities of Museum.
• Developing and maintaining the Annual Business Plan and Budget for the Museum.
• Hiring, supervising, training, and evaluating staff members, as well as overseeing the work of professional consultants.
• Serving as the Museum’s primary spokesperson, including interaction with the media, community associations, and others as necessary and appropriate.
• Overseeing and coordinating fundraising and donor management activities. 
• Identifying new initiatives and partnerships to grow membership and revenue (i.e. grant writing and community/ corporate sponsorships).
• Developing – in conjunction with the Chair – the agenda for the Board meetings; attends and reports to the Board at its meetings; oversees or performs an accurate recording of the proceedings; and distributes information in a timely manner.
• Recommending and administering goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the Society.
• Developing and maintaining effective relationships with persons and groups directly or indirectly associated with the Museum and the Society,
• Coordinating the activities of and assists Board members with implementation of the Business plan.
• Preparing reports as requested by the Board Chair.

Compensation for this position shall be based on experience and qualifications. Vacation and health benefits are provided.

About the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum and the Pipestone Creek Dinosaur Initiative
The Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum, scheduled to open its doors in 2014, will be a 41,000 sq. foot, world-class facility highlighting the rich fossil resources of Northern Alberta. Named for Dr. Philip Currie, Canada’s preeminent palaeontologist, the museum, located in Wembley AB will serve as a hub of education and science in the area. 
For more information on this exciting opportunity please contact: 

Brian Brake, Executive Director
Pipestone Creek Dinosaur Initiative
c/o County of Grande Prairie No. 1
10001 – 84 Avenue, Clairmont, AB T0H 0W0
Phone (780) 567-5584 x106
Email bbrake@countygp.ab.ca

Closing date for this competition is July 4, 2014. To apply for this position please forward your resume, cover letter and three references to:

Human Resource Coordinator
County of Grande Prairie No. 1
10001 – 84 Avenue, Clairmont, AB T0H 0W0
Fax 780-532-9709 (confidential)
Email: jobs@countygp.ab.ca
Website: www.countygp.ab.ca 

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Director of Development Opportunity with Fort Calgary

Fort Calgary is the symbolic heart and hub of the community. From its majestic and sweeping vantage point, Fort Calgary represents the actual genesis of the city that surrounds it today.
For those who cherish the significance of authenticity and the relevance of roots, "The Fort" is the enduring opportunity to understand, touch and experience the birthplace of Calgary's character, spirit and deeply enshrined values. Our Mission is to create a place where people and history intersect to rebuild Fort Calgary as the centre of Calgary.

The MAKE HISTORY Campaign - Opportunities are now before us to enhance Fort Calgary’s presence in East Village and to showcase an important piece of Canada’s history. The Campaign will provide a means to reimagine, restore and celebrate the importance of this site to past generations and generations to come.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
Are you self-motivated in working with donors, Campaign Co-Chairs and volunteers? Are you excited about building and enhancing new relationships that can help sustain a National Historic Site. If you are motivated by the values of the project, have a deep belief in our shared community roots and are passionate about the history of our City – this may be the opportunity for you. 

Fort Calgary is currently seeking a results oriented Campaign Officer with experience in fundraising and stakeholder engagement, who can lead the MAKE HISTORY Campaign and help expand a beloved attraction here in Calgary. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of progressive fund development experience, along with a proven fundraising track record. 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES DURING THE CAMPAIGN:
Campaign Leadership (80% of the position): 
• Achieve Campaign fundraising goals
• Support Campaign Cabinet and volunteers
• Work directly with prospective donors and sponsors
• Research and prioritize prospects for potential donations
• Manage campaign correspondence, report on campaign outcomes, provide reports to donors as required
• Understand and use donor database to analyze and manage donor data including stewardship and communication
• Work with communication staff to maintain campaign updates on website, newsletters, etc.
• Coordinate, plan and participate in special events related to the Campaign

Fund Development Operations (20% of the position): 
• Develop ongoing funding raising targets and subsequent fund raising strategies annually to support the mission and direction of Fort Calgary
• Manage annual, corporate, foundation, major and planned giving programs, including the preparation of grant applications, proposals, etc.
• Collaborate with the President & CEO and Board of Directors to create policies and procedures for the fund development program, in accordance with ethical fundraising principles
• Guide the development of philanthropic culture across Fort Calgary

Post-campaign, this position will transition into being 80% operational fund development operations and 20% ongoing capital fundraising. 

QUALIFICATIONS:
• 5+ years of experience in fundraising and corporate/philanthropic fund development
• Proven track record of successful donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship
• Post-secondary education in a relevant area
• Member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). 
• Self-motivated, risk-taker with ability to make key decisions independently
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and proven ability to develop and maintain solid relationships with corporate partners, individual donors, volunteer boards, committees, peers and support staff
• Ability to effectively articulate mission, Campaign vision and values of Fort Calgary to a wide range of constituents
• Highly organized and have the ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Familiarity with current communication and marketing trends and use of social media
• Excellent written communication skills with proven ability to create proposals, grant submissions, case statements, etc.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills in all Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.). 
• Intermediate knowledge of Past Perfect software or experience with a similar data base management system

This is a full-time position, 35 hours a week with evening and occasional weekend availability required. Must be available to work on Canada Day. This position will report directly to the President & CEO.

Fort Calgary offers a competitive salary, benefits package, free parking and flexible work hours. For more information about Fort Calgary and the MAKE HISTORY Campaign, please visit www.fortcalgary.com

Please submit resume, cover letter and salary expectations by July 7, 2014 via email to: 
Sara Jane Gruetzner
President & CEO
sgruetzner@fortcalgary.com 

For additional questions regarding the Director of Development position, please contact Scott Decksheimer at 403-210-0095 or scott.decksheimer@ninelions.ca

Parks Canada is Hiring!

Do you enjoy the outdoors? Do you want to help preserve and protect Canada's natural cultural and natural heritage?

If you answered yes to these questions then Parks Canada has a job for you!

Parks Canada’s mandate is to protect and present Canada's national cultural and natural heritage for current and future generations. Our employees are competent and passionate individuals who work to fulfill that mandate. Here are some of the current job opportunities available with Parks Canada:

Public Outreach Education Officer II 
Term Employment Opportunity 
Waterton Lakes Field Unit 
Applications must be received on or before 4 PM, May 8, 2014

Interpretation Officer / Coordinator II 
Seasonal Employment Opportunity 
Waterton Lakes Field Unit 
Applications must be received on or before 4 PM, May 8, 2014

Interpretation Officer II (Burgess Shale) 
Anticipatory Term Employment Opportunity 
Lake Louise, Yoho & Kootenay Field Unit 
Applications must be received on or before May 12, 2014 

Maintenance Worker 
Anticipatory- seasonal indeterminate and/or term 
Highway Service Centre- Banff Operating Area 
Applications must be received on or before May 15, 2014

Executive Assistant II 
Term Employment Opportunity 
Mountain Parks Executive Director - Banff, AB 
Applications must be received on or before 4 PM, May 15, 2014 

Maintenance Worker 
Anticipatory- seasonal indeterminate and/or term 
Highway Service Centre- Kootenay Operating Area 
Applications must be received on or before May 15, 2014

Administrative Assistant 
Permanent Year-Round
Jasper Field Unit 

Applications must be received on or before May 23, 2014

The Claresholm & District Museum is Looking for an Executive Director

The Claresholm Museum Board along with the Town of Claresholm are seeking a knowledgeable, innovative and highly motivated individual to develop and operate the Claresholm Museum and promote it on all levels. The successful candidate will be an energetic, self motivated and creative person working towards the development of the museum program in all aspects in Claresholm. The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal, teamwork, communication and conflict resolution skills as well as respect for, and the ability to work with, diverse populations.

The pay is $26 per hour for 35 hours per week. 

For more information about this opportunity, please visit the website http://www.claresholmmuseum.com/. All applications should be sent to karine@townofclaresholm.com.