Overview

Who We Are

Located within the traditional unceded territory of the Syilx people, Westbank First Nation (WFN) is a progressive and prosperous self-governing First Nation. WFN is dedicated to promoting a healthy and prosperous future to ensure its continued existence as a strong political, social and cultural community.

Westbank First Nation values Equality, Honesty and Fairness, Respect, Integrity, Accountability and Transparency, Sustainability, Understanding, Confidentiality and Efficiency.

About this Opportunity

The Heritage Collections Manager, reporting to the Sncəwips Operations and Cultural Administrator, is responsible for administering, maintaining, and keeping all records related to collection items owned or on-loan to Westbank First Nation and the Sncəwips Heritage Museum according to best museum practices and the Sncəwips Museum Policy.

Want to know more? You will…

  • Maintain records of accession, condition acquisitions, ownership, loaning, and disposal of all WFN collections; Maintains a record of the location of WFN collections
  • Maintain and records movement of WFN collection items; Conducts consistent condition reports of all WFN collection items.
  • Make recommendations to ensure care is being provided to all items according to best museum practices
  • Maintain and work to build the museum Reference Library, Archives and Sensitive Materials collections
  • Assist with museum administrative duties, including but not limited to: answering phones, ordering supplies, public relations, and keeping an organized workspace, etc.
  • Maintain best museum practices in regards to display and installation, storage of items, preservation, and transportation to conform to insurance regulations
  • Assess all risk management in determining possible concerns regarding the management of WFN collection items including, but not limited to: vandalism, theft, pests, emergencies, and natural disasters

Must Haves:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in at least one of the following: Indigenous Studies, Anthropology, History, Education, Arts, Social Sciences, Cultural Studies required
  • Certification in Collections Management required
  • 2 years working experience and knowledge about Indigenous communities and organizations including hands-on experience in a museum setting
  • Acceptable Criminal Record check required

Perks of Working at WFN:

  • Competitive compensation package including 3 weeks’ vacation
  • Extended Health Care (including Vision and Paramedical Services), Dental, Basic Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Health Spending Account
  • Municipal Pension Plan membership
  • Access to Big White Season Passes (Summer & Winter)
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning for Professional Development

The minimum starting salary for this position is $51,802

Application Details:

To review the full job description and to learn more about Westbank First Nation please visit our website at https://www.wfn.ca.

All applications must be submitted through our Employment Opportunities page. Ensure you attach your cover letter and resume. Incomplete or late submissions will not be accepted.

This opportunity will close once a successful candidate has been selected.

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