Employment Opportunities

Collections Assistant - 18 Weeks

• Program stream: Young Canada Works at Building Careers in Heritage

• Job location: Lindsay, Ontario

• Length of assignment: 2025-05-05 - 2025-09-06

• Hourly wage: $20.00

As a Collections Assistant, under direction from the Managing Director, you will be responsible for the coordination and completion of a collection/archival review project as assigned. Items may include archival documents, textiles, objects, and other ephemera.
Photography and description of all objects shall be completed, with general research compiled regarding specific sub-sections of the collection. Updating the digital catalogue using Past Perfect software will be an integral part of this position. Cleaning and storage of the items as required. All museum staff contribute to the overall day-to-day operations and maintenance of the building as may be required.
What we are looking for:
● Strong digitization, technical and photography skills
● Experience in safe handling procedures and working with museum objects and Archival materials
● Knowledge of Past Perfect museum software;
● Excellent project management skills and the ability to multi-task, prioritize and work under pressure;
● Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to establish working relationships with individuals at all levels;
● Strong research, editing and proofreading skills with exhibit curation skills an asset;

Physical Requirements:
● Lifting up to 15kgs;
● Working at heights (stepladder only);
● Our historic building location does not have an elevator, must be able to carry items from collection storage via stairs between floors for photography, etc;.

Education: Diploma in the field of museum studies, archival sciences or related disciplines and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Compensation: $20.00/hr -35 hours per week
Status: Temporary Position - 8 weeks May/June 2025
Location: 50 Victoria Ave N, Lindsay, Ontario
Language: Bilingual an asset but not required
Successful candidates must be eligible under the Young Canada Works program
guidelines, aged 15-30 and eligible to work in Canada.

KLMA is committed to diversity and inclusivity in our employment practices. We promote the independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity with persons with disabilities by ensuring the accessibility of our facilities and services. Accommodations, including alternative formats, are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and Aboriginal candidates are encouraged to apply.

Please apply to Kawartha Lakes Museum & Archives with your resume, noting which position you are applying for via email to
info@klmuseumarchives.ca