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Administration
The museum and archives is managed by the Board of Directors of the Enderby and District Museum Society. The non-profit society has one paid part-time employee to oversee the daily operation of the museum and to coordinate the efforts of eleven volunteers to keep the museum open year round.

The City of Enderby and the North Okanagan Regional District contribute in part to the annual operating costs. Through fundraisers and with individual donations the society is able to cover special projects.

Membership fees are $10.00 for one individual per year and $15.00 for a family. All members receive a quarterly newsletter and discounts on museum publications.


Museum Board of Directors, 1999



The Enderby & District Museum Society is now seeking a Curator/administrator

· This is a part-time year round position, approximately 24 hours per week, to start May 1, 2012
· Candidates must have an interest in the history of the area
· Very good administrative skills and ability to work with and supervise volunteers
· Strong written and oral communication skills
· Ability to work with a Board of Directors
· Website maintenance would be an asset

Responsibilities:

· Coordinate the day-today operation of the museum and archives including accessioning and preserving artifacts and photographs, maintaining and enriching displays, assisting with access to archival materials and ensuring that the museum continues to attract visitors - both new and returning
· Play a lead role in terms of liaison, communications, promotion and public relations with visitors, members of the community and a host of groups and agencies with an interest in the museum including the Splatsin Indian Band
· Support the Board of Directors and implement Board policy
· Supervise research services, the gift shop and the rental of a community facility
· Enjoy working with volunteers
· Familiarize themselves with a knowledge of Enderby & District history

Successful candidate:

· Will have high school graduation and a museum diploma and/or work experience in museums
· May be asked to pass a criminal record check

Salary will be approximately $16,000 per year depending on experience

Please forward resume with covering letter by March 10, 2012 to:
Enderby & District Museum Society
P.O. Box 367
Enderby, B.C. V0E 1V0
Attention: Mrs. Faith Hudson, president

For more information, please contact the museum




The Enderby & District Museum is a member of the British Columbia Museums Association, the Archives Association of B.C. and the Okanagan Historical Society, as well as the Enderby & District Chamber of Commerce and the Enderby & District Arts Council.

We are pleased to be a participant with the
Van Dop Arts & Cultural Guide to British Columbia.