Wellington County Museum Archives Clerk - 18 Month
Wellington County consistently ranks as one of the safest communities in Canada and is home to vibrant economies, active and inclusive communities, and beautiful landscapes.
We are committed to building and maintaining a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace that is representative of the community we proudly serve. The County is looking for individuals who are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others and share the County’s values. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences, and competencies, and are looking forward to welcoming new members to our talented team.
The County offers a generous compensation, benefits and pension package. We also offer ongoing career and development opportunities to our employees, with a commitment to health and well-being.
Posting ID: 1890
Department: Museum and Archives
Division: Museum Administration
Position Type: Part Time Casual Contract
Work Hours: This position works primarily weekend shifts, approximately five hours per week, hours of the position are 11:15 am to 4:15 pm; flexibility of hours may be required.
Work Location: Museum and Archives - the County of Wellington is an employer that believes in providing service onsite.
Vacancies: 1
Application Deadline: 07/04/2025
BASIC FUNCTION
The WCMA Clerk is responsible for greeting visitors, handling admissions and gift shop transactions, and responding to facility rental inquiries and bookings at Wellington County Museum and Archives.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide assistance and information to members of the public and other staff, including informing members of the public about current displays and programmes, and taking admissions.
- Tracking daily attendance.
- Operating cash register including balancing at the end of the shift.
- Handling gift shop transactions through cash register, credit card and debit machines.
- Respond to telephone, mail and email enquiries.
- Undertake cash balancing process twice daily including database log entry.
- Open, sort and distribute mail.
- Perform other duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma.
- Reception, customer service and cash handling experience preferred.
- Experience working with the public in a museum, tourism services or municipal setting is an asset.
- Excellent customer service skills, reflecting a positive, outgoing and professional demeanor.
- Strong commitment to functioning as part of a team.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Word.
Pay Range: $24.19 - $28.29 (2025 Non-Union Compensation Grid).
Pension: As a non-full-time (NFT) employee of an OMERS employer, you are eligible to elect to join the OMERS Pension Plan at any time. Enrollment in OMERS is voluntary.
Medical Responsibility Time: One day for every 1,000 hours worked, up to a maximum of three days annually.
Vacation: Paid out on each pay at the rate of six percent; increases based on length of service.
Mileage: If applicable, as per CRA allowances.
The County of Wellington is committed to providing inclusive access and accommodations for disabilities throughout the application and selection process. We are continuously working to improve our systems, policies, and practices to ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. Should you require accommodation for a disability through the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment.