Research Volunteer
(Craigleith Heritage Depot)
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Opportunity Details | ||||
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Contact | Andrea Wilson, Curator, Craigleith Heritage Depot; Phone: 519-599-3681 ext 372 * 519-599-3681 ext 3; Email: depot@thebluemountains.ca | |||
Duties | The Craigleith Heritage Depot continuously collects information on ALL aspects of the history of The Blue Mountains. The research volunteer will assist with: • the development of our vertical files • research topics for upcoming exhibits • assist visiting researchers with their searches The research volunteer will be provided training on the existing resources and how to use databases and on-line resources. We seek a weekly commitment of a minimum of 2-3 hours any day of the week or Wednesday evening. | |||
Clients | All ages in person or through research requests on-line. | |||
Ages | 16 year(s) and up | |||
Suitable for OSSD | Yes | |||
Suitable For | Anyone ; Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Youth (12-18) ; Highschool students ; Post-secondary students ; Men ; Women ; Individuals | |||
Areas of Interest | Culture & Heritage ; Information & Referral Services ; Library Services ; Research / Evaluation | |||
Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills - working with the public ; Confidentiality - keeping public personal information confidential ; Customer Service - working with the public in person or on-line ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills - not necessary but great to have ; Listening Skills - getting the right information to the public based on their request ; Planning & Organizing - keeping on track with research files and information ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Research - working with our files and library resources ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently - work with the Curator, but self-directed in their tasks ; Writing & Editing - completing forms and research requests | |||
Commitment Length | One Time / Special Event ; Short Term (3 months or less) ; Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Long Term (More than 1 year) | |||
Interaction Level | Solitary ; One-on-one - with researchers ; Small Group - with staff and group researchers ; Virtual Volunteering - some work can be done through internet resources | |||
Minimum Hours | 2 / Week | |||
Dates and Times | Tuesday: Afternoon, Evening (Tue 12 noon-8 pm) Wednesday: Afternoon, Evening (Wed 3 pm-8 pm) Thursday: Afternoon (Thu 12 noon-5 pm) Friday: Afternoon (Fri 12 noon-5 pm) Saturday: Morning, Afternoon (Sat 10 am-5 pm) Sunday: Afternoon (Sun 12 noon-5 pm) Various date and times available | |||
Seasons | Year Round | |||
Accessibility | Partially Accessible ; Designated parking at entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall | |||
Location | Craigleith Heritage Depot, 113 Lakeshore Rd. E. The Blue Moutains, Ontario | |||
Number of Positions | Blue Mountains: 2 individual(s) ; Grey County: 2 individual(s) 4 individual(s) needed in total. | |||
Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training on the job ; Training on-going ; This is a position that will grow with the volunteer, as they learn the ropes more and more skills will be developed | |||
Transportation | Near public transit ; Car required ; Collingwood Bus comes to Craigleith | |||
Police Check | Required | |||
Liability Insurance | Available | |||
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Organization Name | Craigleith Heritage Depot | |||
Office Phone | 519-599-3681 ext 3 | |||
depot@thebluemountains.ca | ||||
Website | www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca/museum.cfm | |||
Address & Map | ||||
Mailing Address | Box 9 113 Lakeshore Rd E The Blue Mountains, ON L9Y 0N1 |