Museum Educator (Temporary, Full-Time)

Kamloops; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kamloops is seeking a Museum Educator to design and lead engaging educational programs that connect diverse audiences with history. The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree, programming experience, and strong skills in communication and organization. This temporary role offers a creative workspace and opportunities for professional development in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum two years programming experience in a museum or cultural institution.
• Familiarity with museum education best practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and lead educational programs and special events.
• Collaborate with the Museum Curator to align programming with exhibitions.

Skills

Communication

Presentation Skills

Organization

Attention to Detail

Education

Graduate degree in Museum Studies or relevant discipline

Job description

Museum Educator (Temporary, Full-Time) - (1646)

At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody everyday. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.

We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!

Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.

Position Overview

Are you an enthusiastic educator who believes museums are powerful spaces for learning and connection? Join our team as a Museum Educator and help design and deliver engaging programs that make history meaningful to diverse audiences. As a Museum Educator, you will plan, create, and lead educational programs and special events for visitors of all ages. From school tours and hands-on workshops to public lectures and community events, you'll make our exhibitions come alive. You'll also collaborate with the Museum Curator to align programming with current and upcoming exhibits and work closely with schools, heritage groups, and local organizations. Strong communication and presentation skills, excellent organization, and attention to detail are essential. You should be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, and familiarity with museum education best practices is a plus. We offer creative freedom to design and lead impactful programs within a supportive and collaborative team environment. This role provides opportunities for professional development and community engagement while playing a key part in shaping how the public connects with history and culture.

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:

• Completion of a graduate degree in Museum Studies, Critical and Curatorial Studies, Visual Studies, Education or relevant discipline.
• Minimum two year's programming experience in a museum, art gallery or other cultural institution.

For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. A comprehensive benefits package is included with this position. This is a CUPE local 900 position.

This is a temporary position until approximately February 1, 2027 or return of the incumbent.

Hours & Days of Work

Tuesday - Saturday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

35

Hourly Rate

$41.857

Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by email at [e-mail] or in person at 6-510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.

External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements for each job you apply. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.
Applications are accepted online at kamloops.ca/careers.

Human Resources
105 Seymour Street
Kamloops, BC V2C 2C6