Museum Assistant Administrator

Job Title:

Museum Assistant Administrator

Organization:

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society

Deadline:

May. 31 2026

Organization Description:

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery, built in 1894 in the historic village of Steveston, is a living
monument to the people involved in BC’s fishing industry. The National Historic Site is operated by the Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society, a non-profit society. Collaborating with Parks Canada, the Society preserves Canada’s West Coast fishing history and presents it in an engaging and relevant way.

Website:

https://gulfofgeorgiacannery.org/

Job Description:

We are seeking an outgoing and independent individual to support our Executive Director for
administration, financial and asset management duties. Our team and working environment
exemplify inclusivity and diversity. We pride ourselves in demonstrating open minds, open
hearts and welcoming all who participate in our endeavours.

Responsibilities:

We are seeking an outgoing and independent individual to support our Executive Director for
administration, financial and asset management duties. Our team and working environment
exemplify inclusivity and diversity. We pride ourselves in demonstrating open minds, open
hearts and welcoming all who participate in our endeavours.
Responsibilities:
The Museum Assistant Administrator will report to the Executive Director and collaborate with
other departments. This role will play a significant part in supporting the overall management
of a National Historic site with a focus on organization excellence and process improvements.
Specific tasks and duties assigned to the Museum Assistant Administrator include:
 Physical and digital document organization archiving and cataloguing.
 Assist in financial analysis of operational expenses and revenue
 Research internal and external guiding policies and procedures
 Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements that contribute to
departmental and overall management of the operation.
 Assist and participate in facilities management deliverables that involve preventative
maintenance, repairs or special projects.
 Participate in staff, Parks Canada and vendor meetings and group training opportunities
when offered.
 Collaborate with other staff and Parks Canada to deliver administrative, financial or
organization tasks.
 Other duties as required and directed by the Executive Director

Qualifications:

Qualities:
 You are passionate about the processes that support initiatives behind sharing the
stories of a unique historical site.
 You are a motivated team player who can work independently.
 You are highly adaptable and able to make quick, intelligent decisions based on new
information.
 You act with uncompromising honesty, integrity and ethics.
 You demonstrate appropriate initiative and can demonstrate leadership skills.
 You demonstrate attention to detail, and you have strong interpersonal and
communication skills.
 You have outstanding relationship building and communication skills.
 You efficiently handle competing priorities and effectively solve problems.
 You can work independently and work effectively in teams.
 You are dedicated to building diversity, inclusivity and fostering reconciliation within
our sector
Skills and Experience:
 Exceptional organizational, analytical and problem solving skills.
 A strong aptitude with database management, related software, MS Office products.
 Articulate, creative and confident in various forms of communication.
 You have experience working within a not-for-profit, educational setting or similar
enterprise.
 Fluency in English is required, fluency in French or other languages is a strong asset.
 Experience in delivering exceptional customer service in a museum or heritage setting is
an asset.

How to Apply:

Apply with a cover letter and resume addressed to:
Elizabeth Batista, Executive Director.
Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society
12138 Fourth Ave., Richmond, BC, V7E 3J1
Elizabeth.batista@gogcannery.org

Remuneration:

$19.50 per hour @ 7 hours per day for 5 days a week plus 6% in lieu of vacation and benefits.  Comprehensive training will be provided by the employer along with 1:1 mentorship provided by the Executive Director