Museum Shop Associate NEW

Job title: Museum Shop Associate

Company: Government of Alberta

Job description: Job Information
Job Title: Museum Shop Associate
Job Requisition ID: 74658
Ministry: Arts, Culture and Status of Women
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Part Time
Hours of Work: Up to 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Part Time Wage – Temporary until March 31, 2026
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: September 2, 2025
Classification: Administrative Support 1 (011ASA)
Salary: $18.97 – $22.72 HourlyThe Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:Ministry of Arts, Culture and Status of WomenThe Ministry of Arts, Culture and Status of Women works to improve Albertans’ quality of life through support of cultural development, historical preservation and increased gender equality.For more information on the Ministry of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration, please visit: .Royal Alberta MuseumThe Royal Alberta Museum (RAM) is the largest museum in western Canada and one of the top museums in Canada. Located in the Arts District in downtown Edmonton, we collect, preserve, research, interpret, and exhibit objects and specimens related to the heritage of Alberta’s people and natural environment.Role ResponsibilitiesMuseum Shop Associate: This position strives not only to assist with generation of revenue to support the Museum, but is key to providing a tangible Museum memory for visitors. The Museum Shop Associate will need to have excellent customer service skills, the ability to promote products being sold within the shop, and be comfortable answering any visitor enquiries. This position will also be stocking the shop according to the merchandising plan, monitoring theft, and ensuring the appearance of the shop is clean and orderly.

• You will be able to demonstrate your systems thinking by acknowledging how your services affects the museum.
• Your agility will enable you to change directions when appropriate and identify potential solutions to sudden issues.
• Building collaborative environments is essential to the positions as you will need to rely on your teammates and supervisor to provide the best experience possible for guests.
• Your ability to use your creative problem solving will be essential to find solutions for visitors when faced with issues and also find innovate ways to create a better experience in general for guests.

Please click on this to view the job description for this position.APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
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• Agility – Demonstrated ability to manage and adapt to change. • Develop Self and Others – Proven ability to foster partnerships and to achieve organizational goals within an organization.

• Build Collaborative Environments – Strong track record in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Develop Networks – Ability to foster a climate of cooperation amongst, and build solid relationships with public agencies, government, committees and other partners.

• Creative Problem Solving – Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.

QualificationsHigh School Diploma is required for this position.Position Assets:

• Related experience in retail, tourism or hospitality.
• Customer Service experience
• Experience handling cash, and accounting

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.Refer to .NotesThis is a temporary position until March 31, 2026This position is located in Royal Alberta Museum, Edmonton.These positions require availability for weekday, weekends, evenings and holidays.In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part time or full time.A cover letter outlining how your experience relates to the qualifications of this role is required.Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service – About the Alberta Public Service | Alberta.ca
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• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit , for more information.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Shannon Rowe at

Expected salary: $18.97 – 22.72 per hour

Location: Edmonton, AB

Job date: Thu, 21 Aug 2025 04:22:26 GMT

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