Current Openings @ Medalta
COLLECTION & EXHIBITIONS ASSISTANT
Do you love working with history and artifacts?
Are you detail oriented, organized, and comfortable working behind the scenes?
Do you enjoy research, documentation, and hands on project work?
Are you curious about how exhibitions come together from concept to installation?
If you are meticulous, motivated, and passionate about heritage, we would love to hear from you.
Summary
This is a temporary, full-time, summer position. Under the direction of the Collections & Exhibitions Coordinator, the Collections & Exhibitions Assistant will work on various projects related to collections documentation and exhibition preparation. This position offers a balance of hands-on work in both collections care and exhibition preparation. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, adaptable, and eager to contribute to all aspects of collections and exhibitions work.
The Assistant will work directly with collection objects, databases, and management systems. Their main project will be to accession, catalogue, photograph, and organize the backlogged donations in Medalta’s Permanent Collection. They will also aid in various tasks relating to deaccessioning projects, optimization of collections storage, and research. The Assistant will be involved in the preparation, installation, and deinstallation processes of two exhibitions being displayed in Medalta’s Yuill Family Gallery. They will also be given the opportunity to conduct research that will add to these exhibitions.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
- Handling and cataloguing collection objects following museum standards
- Photographing and labelling ceramic objects
- Recording and entering data using PastPerfect
- Assisting with storage organization, inventory checks, and general collections care
- Collection-based research and writing
- Helping prepare exhibitions, including painting, installing objects, and setting up display materials
- Mounting labels and interpretive materials with attention to detail
- Cleaning and maintaining exhibition spaces as required
Qualifications
- Current student enrolled in a post-secondary program such as Museum Studies, History, Art History, Fine Arts, Archaeology, or a related field
- Interest in historical collections, exhibition production, ceramics, or Alberta history
- Previous experience with collections or exhibition work is considered an asset but not required
- Familiarity with PastPerfect or other collections management software is an asset but not required
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Comfortable lifting and moving objects and assisting with exhibition preparation (up to 30 lbs)
- Reliable, well-organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
- Able to work independently and within a small team environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Wages
$16.50 per hour; 40 hours per week.
How to Apply
Send cover letter and resume by email to admin@medalta.org with the subject line “Collections & Exhibitions Assistant”
SUMMER EDUCATION ASSISTANT
Do you enjoy the company of children?
Are you organized, independent, and full of energy?
Can you think on your feet and adapt in a fast-moving environment?
Do you love collaborating, brainstorming, and being part of a creative team?
If this sounds like you, we want to meet you!
Job Summary
Medalta is seeking positive, energetic individuals to assist with our Education programs between May and September 2026. This is a temporary, full-time, summer position. The Education Associates perform duties related to the development, planning and delivery of experiential, interactive activities for children’s programming.
Successful candidates will gain valuable experience in developing and delivering heritage content within a dynamic organization. This job experience will help students develop their abilities to communicate, manage information, teach others, and motivate children. They will be required to demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviors, be responsible, and continuously adapt and learn. The positions require the ability to think fast and resolve problems while working in an ever-changing environment.
Reports to
Education Coordinator
Hours of Work
Normally Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day, scheduled between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, hours are somewhat
flexible, to be determined by supervisor.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Working alongside the Education Coordinator and another Education Associates, you will:
- Plan and prepare engaging summer programs
- Deliver interactive activities for children ages 5 to 12
- Support hands-on heritage learning experiences
- Adapt quickly in an ever-changing environment
- Problem-solve in real time
- Model positive attitudes and professional behaviour
- Create a safe, welcoming, and fun learning space
Necessary Training and Experience
The Temporary Education Assistant will be a student who is enrolled in a post-secondary program with a major focus in working with children (e.g., education, social work, nursing, medicine, educational assistant, etc.).
Necessary Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with excellent time management skills adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced professional environment. They will be able to take direction and work both independently and as part of a team. The individual will possess excellent communication skills, written and verbal, and be outgoing, enthusiastic and extremely reliable.
Wages
$16.50 per hour; 40 hours per week.
How to Apply
Send cover letter and resume by email to admin@medalta.org with the subject line “Summer Education Associate”
SUMMER MUSEUM INTERPRETER
Do you love history?
Are you energized by meeting new people every day?
Do you enjoy speaking with the public and would like to become knowledgeable about the historical significance of our Clay District?
If you are enthusiastic, professional, and passionate about heritage, this could be the perfect summer role for you.
Job Summary
The Summer Museum Interpreter is a temporary full-time summer position that works with the Medalta team to deliver visitor experiences during our summer season. This role is a perfect opportunity for an individual with an interest in the history of Alberta and Canada; museums and heritage; or the arts and culture sector who wants to gain wide-ranging experience working at a non-profit. The Museum Interpreter will have the opportunity to gain experience in several areas, including Historic Site interpretation; Special Events, Retail sales, Museum Exhibition preparation and care, and ceramic art basics.
Medalta is an equal opportunity employer and employs personnel without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, language, creed, religion, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, visible or invisible disability, or financial ability. While remaining alert and sensitive to the issue of fair and equitable treatment for all, Friends of Medalta Society recognizes that, at this time not all positions within the organization are suitable for persons with severe mobility issues.
This position offers hands-on experience in:
- Museum interpretation
- Public speaking
- Retail sales
- Customer service
- Museum programming
- Ceramic care basics
- Non-profit operations
You will be the first point of contact for visitors and play a key role in creating a welcoming, engaging atmosphere at Medalta.
Necessary Training and Experience
The Museum Interpreter will be a student currently enrolled in a post-secondary program; preferably in a history, museum, theatre, or arts program and will ideally have completed their first year of studies. They will preferably have experience working with the public and handling cash.
The Museum Interpreter must be professional, outgoing, and enthusiastic. They must have excellent customer service skills, be able to work in a team environment, possess excellent communication skills; both written and verbal, and be extremely reliable. They must also be able to work independently and be able to troubleshoot. Some heavy lifting may be required as well as the ability to be on their feet for long hours.
Wages
$16.50 per hour; 40 hours per week
How to Apply
Send cover letter and resume by email to admin@medalta.org with the subject line “Summer Museum Interpreter”
