Museum Curatorial Head - John P. Metras Sports Museum

About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us

Since the celebration of 100 years of Mustangs Athletics in 2013-14, Western’s two official athletic alumni chapters, the “W” Club and the Women’s Athletic Alumnae (WAA), joined efforts in support of the next 100 years of Western Mustangs Athletics. This one organization is now known as the Western Mustangs Athletic Alumni (WMAA).

The Western Mustangs Athletic Alumni aims to build pride, to encourage and promote lifelong connections amongst Western’s athletes, coaches and staff while upholding the purple and proud tradition and heritage of Mustangs Athletics and helping to provide a competitive advantage to our current athletes and programs.

The WMAA is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and supported by a network of dedicated alumni volunteers who serve on its committees. Together, they champion initiatives that celebrate the legacy of Western sport and strengthen engagement across generations of Mustangs.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the Museum Curator

• Report to the Director, External Engagement (Alumni Relations)
• Work closely with the Chair of the Museum Committee on behalf of the Board of Directors of the Western Mustangs Athletic Alumni (WMAA)
• Create exhibits for the Metras Museum in Alumni Hall
• Propose and identify events to the board that will celebrate the history of Mustang athletics
• Maintain the Metras Museum’s online presence through content on the website and social media
• Update the museum’s artifact catalogue and process any new acquisitions
• Respond to requests for information on Western Mustangs sports history
• Actively pursue all areas of Western sports history and promote the function and operation of the museum
• Coordinate and collaborate with Alumni Relations, Western Sport and Recreation Services, and the Department of History (Public History program) to align museum initiatives with institutional priorities and community engagement goals
• Investigate internships and work study opportunities to support the ongoing work of the museum, including but not limited to Western Social Science Internship Program, Kinesiology, FIMS (Faculty of Information & Media Studies), Public History program, and the Department of Visual Arts (Museum and Curatorial Studies)

Qualifications

Education

• Undergraduate degree
• Masters preferred

Skills, Abilities & Expertise

• Written and verbal communication skills to express ideas clearly, and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience
• Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs; experience with digital collections preferred
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and website maintenance
• Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation
• Ability to follow formal business practices with high attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
• Adapts readily and effectively to changing priorities and demands
• Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
• Demonstrate ability to understand and resolve external and internal partner issues
• Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve WMAA goals
• Ability to work in a manner that is compliant with confidentiality requirements

Why Western?

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

Applying at Western

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.