Student Museum Attendant – Fort Frances Museum & Cultural Centre

$16.60 < 18 years; $17.60 > 18 years Casual In-Person
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Division: 
Community Services
Supervisor: 
Museum Curator
Employee Group: 
Management/Non-Union
Pay Rate: 
$16.60 < 18 years; $17.60 > 18 years
Time Commitment: 
Casual
Work Location: 
In-Person
Primary Job Site: 
Museum
Position Summary: 

The Town of Fort Frances is seeking an enthusiastic and customer focused
Summer Student to fill the position of Student Museum Attendant at the Fort
Frances Museum & Cultural Centre and Rainy Lake Square. The Student
Museum Attendant supports the daily operations of the museum and adjacent
public spaces while providing exceptional visitor experiences. This role involves
public engagement, guided tours, retail support, and assistance with museum
programs and projects.

Direction of Others: 

N/A

Direction Received: 

The incumbent reports to the Museum Curator

Revenue, Asset and Expenditure Scope: 

N/A

General Responsibilities: 
  • Assist with the daily operations of the Fort Frances Museum & Cultural Centre and Rainy Lake Square
  • Provide excellent customer service by welcoming visitors, answering inquiries, and supporting gift shop sales
  • Lead guided indoor tours of permanent galleries and temporary exhibits, as requested
  • Conduct outdoor walking tours when required
  • Support museum staff with public programming and community activities held at Rainy Lake Square
  • Assist the Curator with museum related projects and tasks as assigned
  • Ensure museum spaces are welcoming, safe, and presentable for visitors
Education and Qualifications: 
  • Must be currently enrolled in high school
  • Must be minimum age of 16 years
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Interest in history, culture, museums, tourism, or education is considered an asset
  • Comfortable speaking to individuals and groups of all ages
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Availability to work days, evenings, and weekends as required
  • Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
Working Conditions: 
  • Indoor and outdoor work environments
  • Interaction with the public on a regular basis
  • Standing, walking, and light lifting may be required
  • Variable shifts based on programming and operational needs
  • 35 hours per week (Tuesday to Saturday 9:30AM – 5:30PM)
  • Shifts may vary to accommodate special programs or events. Shifts may occur anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.

Current Postings For This Job

Student Museum Attendant – Fort Frances Museum & Cultural Centre

Deadline: Open Until Filled | Start Date: Jun. 30th 2026

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How to Apply

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We will only contact applicants who are selected for an interview. Late, incomplete, or improperly submitted applications will not be accepted.

Accommodations

The Town of Fort Frances is committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process, as well as for our staff. This service is available upon request by contacting Human Resources at jobs@fortfrances.ca or (807) 274-5323 ext. 1220.

Human Resources will work with any applicants who request accommodations to ensure that arrangements are in place to ensure their needs are met.

We ensure that all new hires are advised of our policies for accommodating employees with disabilities, and we are more than happy to provide accommodations to our new staff.

Disclosure

Use of AI

The Town of Fort Frances may use AI‑assisted tools to support administrative parts of the hiring process, such as organizing applications or identifying job‑related qualifications.

These tools do not make decisions about candidate screening or selection. All hiring decisions are made solely by Town Human Resources and authorized Administration staff.

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