Culture Assistant

City of St. Catharines; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal organization in the Niagara Region is looking for a Cultural Assistant to support arts and culture initiatives. The role involves implementing projects from the Culture Plan, assisting with exhibitions, and community engagement activities. Candidates should be enrolled in a post-secondary institution or have recently graduated, with skills in organization, Microsoft Office, and attention to detail. This position provides a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cultural services.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a post-secondary institution or recent graduate.
• Confident in daily computer use and proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation of projects through the Culture Plan.
• Develop the Culture Days program.
• Document and enter information into The Museum System database.
• Research and write reports on the Civic Art Collection.
• Assist with condition assessments of outdoor art and memorials.
• Support exhibition development and community engagement.
• Provide administrative support to the Cultural Services office.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Photography skills

Photo editing skills

Education

Currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution

Graduated within the last six months

Job description

About the Role:

The Cultural Services office focuses on public art, community development, planning, and policy related to arts and culture in the City of St. Catharines. The Culture Assistant will assist the Cultural Services office with the implementation of projects as prioritized through the City’s Culture Plan and departmental priorities.

What You'll be Doing:

• Assist with the implementation of projects as prioritized through the City’s Culture Plan and departmental priorities.
• Assist with the development of the Culture Days program.
• Document, catalogue, deaccession, and enter new information into The Museum System database, as required.
• Research and report writing related to the Civic Art Collection, specifically on artist information and justifications for acquisition process.
• Assist staff with annual condition assessments of outdoor art and memorials.
• Assist staff with exhibition development, research, and community engagement as needed.
• Provide administrative support to the Cultural Services office as needed.

What\'s Required:

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution or graduated from such within the last six months.
• Confident in daily computer use and proficient Microsoft Office Suite.
• Self-motivated with a strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Previous experience in arts and culture is an asset.
• Cataloguing experience is an asset.
• Photography and photo editing skills are an asset.
• A valid G Class Ontario driver’s license.