Programs and Collections Coordinator
/ORGANIZATION:
Roedde House Museum
DEADLINE:
Aug. 15, 2025
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
Roedde House Museum is a fully restored Victorian home in the heart of Vancouver’s West End neighbourhood, located on the unceded shared ancestral territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. The museum is run by the Roedde House Preservation Society, a charitable non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining Roedde House and presenting heritage programs reflecting the early history of Vancouver. The society aims to present a window into Vancouver’s past, encourage contemplation of our social and cultural history, and make this history accessible now and for the future through the operation of Roedde House Museum.
WEBSITE:
http://www.roeddehouse.org
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This position will report to the Museum Manager and will work with volunteers and Board Members. Primary responsibilities include maintaining the museum’s collection and overseeing its programs, including the school program, concert program, and film night program.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead and support the collections team in maintaining the collection
Maintain the online collection database to best practice standards
Oversee collection donation records and tax receipts in conjunction with the Museum Manager
Liaise with the Exhibits Committee
Liaise with the Education Committee to plan, promote, and schedule school tours
Oversee the coordination, promotion, and execution of monthly concerts
Coordinate, promote, and execute regular film nights
Facilitate general museum operations by acting as a key holder to open and close the museum, and by supporting volunteers and fellow staff when required for daily operations and special events
Support marketing initiatives, including posting on social media and updating the website
QUALIFICATIONS:
Degree or diploma in a related field such as museum studies, or equivalent experience
Familiarity with collections databases – Collective Access preferred
Experience with museums or similar cultural heritage institutions
Experience with administrative duties
Demonstrated supervisory skills
Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete planned and unplanned projects
Clear communication skills
Desire to work with a diverse group of volunteers collaboratively and inclusively
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a small office
The following additional qualifications will be considered an asset:
Experience with museum collections
Experience with early childhood education or programming
Desire to promote a work environment centered on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion
Experience working with volunteers
Experience organizing programs or events
A passion for history and/or community engagement
HOW TO APPLY:
Roedde House Museum is committed to a hiring policy that centers justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in its practice. We welcome applications from members of BIPOC, LGBTQA2+, persons with disabilities, and others from historically marginalized communities. Please submit a cover letter and CV to the attention of Museum Manager Sara Hepper at manager@roeddehouse.org by August 15, 2025.
REMUNERATION:
$22/hour
CONTACT:
Sara Hepper
EMAIL: manager@roeddehouse.org
