Revelstoke railway job

Sent: Wednesday, February 2, 2011 11:36:34 AM
Subject: [BCMA] Project Coordinator: Revelstoke Railway Museum
Project Coordinator: Railway Museum Heritage Program for Seniors and Youth
6 month contract beginning February 2011
20 hours per week
Location: Revelstoke Railway Museum and off-site as needed

Project Summary:
The Revelstoke Railway Museum is developing an intergenerational education and interpretive program based on the role of the Canadian Pacific Railway in relation to the development of Canada as a nation. This project will be led by senior volunteers at the museum in partnership with the local school board and other community organizations. The program will be designed to increase the exposure to information and understanding of the role of the CPR in the development of Canada through the experiences of the railroaders themselves. It will involve a coordinated effort between seniors, teachers, children, youth, and others, in developing an intergenerational program that will enhance the accessibility of information for future educators, researchers, volunteers, and the general public and augment program offerings and the visitors' experience at the museum itself.

Job Description:
Under the supervision of the Executive Director of the Revelstoke Railway Museum and designated representatives of partners in this initiative, the primary tasks of this position include:

- acting as the primary contact for the project
- assuming responsibility for the coordination, development, implementation and administration of meetings, special events, programs, workshops and special educational functions offered within the context of the purpose and objectives of this project
- establishing and maintaining communication with partners, teachers, volunteers, museum staff, and students/youth
- researching, developing, and evaluating educational programs for reporting and record-keeping purposes; manage a project budget
- overseeing the development of web-based multi-media resources, including photographs and videos, highlighting project development and promotion
- developing print and online educational guides, brochures, resources, and marketing tools
- other duties as needed to successfully develop, implement and manage this project.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have:
- a minimum three years experience in project/program/educational development, implementation and management
- working knowledge of the interests and functions of community groups and agencies as well as the basic principles of volunteerism.
- experience working with volunteers and sustaining active community partnerships
- the ability to work with limited supervision and problem-solve accordingly, as well as the ability to translate a variety of information into information easily accessible by a wide age range
- respect and appreciation for museum operations and collection management, and a general interest in railway history as it relates to the BC interior
- well-developed research, writing and content development skills
- proficient with Microsoft Office, Internet, and web skills
- strong interpersonal skills
- the ability to determine priorities, adhere to deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Please note that having his/her own transportation would be a definite asset.
For more information or to submit a resume, please contact:

Jennifer Dunkerson
Executive Director
Revelstoke Railway Museum
P.O. Box 3018
Revelstoke, BC
V0E 2S0
director.railway@telus.net
Fax: 250-837-3732