Museum Technicians

Explorers’ Edge; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A natural park organization is seeking Seasonal Museum Technicians to work at Algonquin Park Visitor Centre and Logging Museum. Responsibilities include providing information on park history, balancing sales, and assisting special events. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, possess strong communication skills, and have a knowledge of Algonquin Park and Ontario’s history. This is a paid position at $17.75/hour for approximately 40 hours a week, with accommodations possibly available.

Qualifications

• Energetic and enthusiastic individual with a commitment to customer service.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Appreciation for the outdoors.
• Experience in retail operations is preferred.
• Knowledge of Algonquin Park and Ontario’s natural history.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certificate is required.
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Acting as an ambassador for Algonquin Park.
• Providing information on cultural and natural history.
• Processing bookstore sales and balancing cash floats.
• Maintaining exhibits and theatre operations.
• Assisting with interpretive events.

Skills

Customer service excellence

Oral communication skills

Written communication skills

Teamwork

Retail operations experience

Knowledge of Algonquin Park

Knowledge of Ontario’s history

First Aid/CPR Certificate

Valid Ontario Driver’s License

Job description

The Friends of Algonquin Park is seeking qualified individuals to work as Seasonal Museum Technicians at the Algonquin Park Visitor Centre and Algonquin Logging Museum in Algonquin Park.

This employment opportunity is from June until Labour Day, with a possibility of extension until the end of October 2026.

The rate of pay is $17.75/hour based on 40 hours/week, including weekends and statutory holidays as per schedule.

Staff house accommodations may be available to qualified candidates.

Duties

• Acting as an ambassador for Algonquin Park
• Providing information on the Park’s cultural and natural history, as well as Park operations and facilities, at both the Algonquin Visitor Centre and Algonquin Logging Museum
• Processing bookstore sales and subsequent stocking preparations
• Balancing sales remits and cash floats at end of each shift
• Opening and closing of either interpretive facility and maintaining exhibits and theatre operation daily
• Assisting with Algonquin Park’s special interpretive events as required

Qualifications

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and committed to customer service excellence
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to reliably work both independently and as part of a team
• An appreciation for the outdoors
• Experience in retail operations
• Knowledge of Algonquin Park
• Knowledge of Ontario’s natural and cultural history
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certificate
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License and use of personal vehicle is an asset

Work Location

• This in-office position will be based out of the Algonquin Park Visitor Centre or the Algonquin Logging Museum, as per a schedule.

Remuneration

• The rate of pay is $17.75/hour based on 40 hours/week, including weekends and statutory holidays as per schedule.
• Staff house accommodations may be available to qualified candidates.
• This is an excellent opportunity to work with a professional team in a world‑class park.

How to Apply

A detailed cover letter and resume outlining knowledge, skills, experience, and references should be emailed or mailed as soon as possible to:

Bookstore Coordinator
The Friends of Algonquin Park
Box 248, Whitney, ON, Canada K0J 2M0
Phone: [phone] ext. 231
Email: [e-mail]

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Friends of Algonquin Park is an equal opportunity employer.