Gallery Assistant

Gallery 1C03
Salary Range: $10.97-$12.25 per hour, plus 6% vacation pay
Weekly Hours: Variable Hours (Student Assistants may only be employed up to a maximum of 500 working hours during the period September 30 to April 30)
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED TO FILL 4-6 POSITIONS
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Opens/closes Gallery 1C03 (The University of Winnipeg’s campus art gallery)  at the beginning/end of the day by turning on/shutting off all Gallery lights; plugging in/unplugging, turning on/turning off, starting up/shutting down equipment; opening/closing doors; ensuring that Security Services unlock/lock doors and de-arm/re-arm the Gallery’s alarm system.
• Safety/security of Gallery 1C03 exhibits - ensures that artworks exhibited in Gallery 1C03 are not subject to theft or mishandling by the public during hours of operation.
• Public relations - greets visitors to Gallery 1C03 and answers any questions that visitors have about the art exhibits to the best of their ability; refers visitors to Gallery 1C03’s Director/Curator in situations where they are unable to provide assistance.
• Attendance record - maintains a count of the number of visitors to Gallery 1C03.
• Alerts Gallery 1C03 Director/Curator of any problems within the Gallery environment; these can relate to temperature, humidity and lighting issues or concerns for the safety of the artwork or visitors.
• When applicable, takes readings of environmental conditions in Gallery 1C03 using a hand-held environmental monitor or a data logger.
• When applicable, handles sales of art exhibition catalogues; this includes maintaining a count of funds in cash box and a count of catalogues at the beginning and end of each shift and returns all cash to Gallery 1C03 Director/Curator for processing.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a full-time student at a high school or The University of Winnipeg, preferably an art history/cultural studies major or related disciplines, or with an interest in the visual arts.
• Some knowledge of contemporary visual art would be an asset.
• On the job training provided.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, procedures and regulations.
• May require the ability to maintain records and handle cash on occasion.
• Ability to communicate effectively with visitors who may be students, faculty, staff and the general public.
• Ability to work day, evening and/or weekend shifts.
• Capable of performing duties as assigned.       

The Collective Agreement between The University of Winnipeg and The Association of Employees Supporting Education Services (AESES), Clause 6.3, Selection for Vacancy, states: The Employer agrees that Employees with seniority shall have preference in connection with appointments so far as it is practicable to do so, provided that their qualifications are relatively equal.
Note: The University of Winnipeg is committed to employment equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities.  In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is initially directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
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Application deadline: 02 / 09 / 2014
Website: Gallery 1C03