Job Brief

The Galt Museum and Archives (galtmuseum.com), is currently seeking a permanent Preparator/Exhibition Designer to join our team of professionals

(Permanent, full-time; 75 hours bi-weekly)

The City of Lethbridge ( www.lethbridge.ca ) proudly acknowledges that we are located at the heart of Siksikaitsitapi (Blackfoot) Territory, home of Kainai, Piikani, Siksika and Amskapi Piikani (Montana, USA) First Nations. Lethbridge is also located within the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III.

The Galt Museum & Archives, is currently seeking a permanent Preparator/Exhibition Designer to join our team of professionals. This position is actively involved with the exhibitions that are part of the Museum’s programs and services -- from the planning and design stages, through to construction, installation, maintenance, and storage. We are looking for an enthusiastic team member with significant experience and background in Cultural Resource Management, Museum Studies, or Fine Arts; complemented by extensive experience with exhibition design principles, construction techniques, and tools (including audio/visual equipment and software). If you are committed to showcasing exhibits of the highest calibre to our community and providing our customers with engaging and memorable experiences, then this opportunity is for you.

Specific responsibilities will encompass four primary areas:

Collaboration & Planning:

• With the exhibition team on requirements for the various themes/concepts of exhibits

• Organizing exhibit-related materials related to content, construction, lighting, and audio/visual requirements

• Coordinating and facilitating contractor access and work in collaboration with colleagues

• Coordinating with guest curators and travelling exhibition partners on installation requirements

• Coordinating & scheduling volunteer tasks related to exhibition preparation, installation, and disassembly

• Participating in exhibition evaluations

Design:

• Creating working plans/drawings/models of exhibits and mounts

• Collaborating with colleagues on final design decisions

• Troubleshooting exhibition design issues, as they arise

Construction:

• Using a variety of construction tools to build exhibits, supporting infrastructure, and space preparation, including saws, drills, biscuit joiners, air compressors, plexiglass heat bars, floor jacks & drymount pressers

• Patching, painting, wall-deconstruction, etc.

• Installation, tear down & maintenance:

• Assembly, disassembly, and storage duties

• Unpacking and crating of exhibit contents

• Exhibit repairs, when required

• Ongoing maintenance of exhibit materials, audio/visual equipment, lighting, etc.

As the preferred candidate, you will have:

• Relationship skills that are collaborative and responsive, with a commitment to service excellence and teamwork

• Experience working with volunteers, will be an asset

• Post-secondary education in Cultural Resource Management, Museum Studies or Fine Arts, complemented by 3 to 5 years of experience in a museum or similar public setting

• Extensive experience in exhibition installations

• Extensive knowledge of exhibition design principles, techniques and tools (including software)

• Extensive experience in artifact, art and/or object handling

• Experience in project planning, management, execution and evaluation

• Keen attention to detail and quality

• Seasoned experience working with a variety of construction and/or building materials & related tools

• Basic carpentry and assemblage skills

• Knowledge of exhibition lighting principles and Museum standards/guildelines

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to successfully manage and adapt to time-bound priorities

• Independent judgement and initiative

Wage: $36.37 per hour

This opportunity also includes an attractive and comprehensive flexible benefits package.

For further information on this opportunity, please contact:

• Aimee Benoit, Curator, at aimee.benoit@galtmuseum.com, or

• Darrin Martens, CEO/Executive Director, at darrin.martens@galtmuseum.com

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application or resume with cover letter online at www.lethbridge.ca

Closing Date: Friday, April 2, 2021, at 11:59 p.m.

All candidates are thanked in advance for their interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

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