The Galt Museum & Archives’ vision (www.galtmuseum.com) is to be the heart of our community; our dynamic energy is the spark for curiosity, compassion, and connection. Our mission is our community-centered approach and our commitment to reflecting the world around us, deepening the sense of belonging for our communities.

STATUS: Non-Permanent Term (approximately 18 weeks from May 25-September 6, 2026, with the possibility of extension

POSITIONS: Up to two (2) positions available

HOURS OF WORK: 0-37.5 hours per week (work schedule includes days, evenings, and weekends.)

PAY RATE: $30.14 per hour

This Museum Attendant position is a visitor-focused role and encompasses three main areas of responsibility that include interpreting, guiding, and facilitating a variety of public engagement services. This includes tours, programs & special events, maintaining public engagement spaces, and facilitating administrative services ranging from gift shop duties, through to admissions, event ticketing, membership, and opening & closing duties. These Attendant duties may extend to both the Museum and Fort Whoop-Up locations.

In this role, you will:

• Respond to public inquiries including answering phones, providing exhibition and collections information, and selling admissions.
• Sell merchandise, count inventory, and complete cash balancing.
• Assist facility rental clients to ensure events run smoothly, including set-up and dismantling of event areas.
• Oversee interpreting and skill-based activities through permanent and temporary exhibitions and interpretive spaces, when applicable.
• Assist programmers with school and community programs.
• Assist with the development of content for programs and educational resources.
• Assist with Fort Whoop-Up animal coordination, gardening, and light cooking (per established regulations).
• Perform daily/weekly janitorial duties.
• Attend staff meetings/training as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Post-secondary education and experience in human history and/or museum visitor services, Indigenous studies, education, tourism, public relations, communication arts, or a related program.
• Current First Aid Certificate is required.
• Knowledge of regional history is an asset.
• Past retail and sales experience, including knowledge of POS systems is an asset.
• Articulate, concise and tactful communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Excellent customer relationship skills.
• Ability to move chairs, tables, and work with a variety of audio/visual equipment when needed.
• Fluency with Blackfoot and other languages is a strong asset.

Additional Information:

• Candidates under consideration will be required to successfully pass a Police Information Check (PIC) through the Lethbridge Police Service.
• Candidates must have a reliable means of transportation to travel between the Museum and Fort Whoop-Up locations.

For further information on this opportunity, please contact:

Alyson Byford, Visitor Services Coordinator, at 403-320-3954 or alyson.byford@galtmuseum.com

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume with cover letter, online by clicking on “Apply” at the top of this screen.

Applicants must apply online. We are unable to accept paper copies of resumes or applications sent via email.

Closing Date: May 13, 2026, at 4:00PM MST

All applicants are thanked in advance for their interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Lethbridge (www.lethbridge.ca) proudly acknowledges that we are located at the heart of Siksikaitsitapi (Blackfoot) Territory, home of Kainai, Piikani, Siksika and Amskapi Piikani (Montana, USA) First Nations. Lethbridge is also located within the Métis Nation of Alberta.

The City of Lethbridge recognizes the diversity of our community and is working to ensure programs, services, facilities, and employment opportunities are inclusive to all people.