Job Posting: Collections and Education Assistant - August 2026

Job Posting: Collections and Education Assistant
U'mista Cultural Society - One-Year Contract

U'mista Cultural Society is seeking a detail-oriented and culturally respectful Collections and Education Assistant to support the care, documentation, and accessibility of our permanent collection, as well as the delivery of educational programming rooted in Kwakwaka'wakw culture and history.

This is a full-time, one-year contract position based in 'Ya̱lis (Alert Bay), BC.

Position Details

Employment type: Full-time, temporary (one-year contract)
Location: Alert Bay, BC (on-site)
Wage: $25.63 to $26.67 per hour + MERCs
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract period: August 26, 2026 to August 27, 2027

For full details on responsibilities and qualifications, please download the job posting here: 2026_Collections_Education_Assistant_Job_Posting.pdf

How to Apply

Submit a PDF or Word copy of your resume and cover letter by email to director@umista.ca with the subject line: Collections and Education Assistant - [First Name Last Name]

Application deadline: Friday, August 21, 2026 at 11:59pm

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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