Visitor Services, Social Media & Retail Coordinator

$22 / hour

How to Apply: Email operations@canmoremuseum.com

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Job Overview

  • Date Posted
    April 11, 2025
  • Location
  • Wage/Salary
    $22 / hour
  • Contact Name
    Sarah Fletcher
  • Open Positions
    1
  • Staff Accommodation
    No
  • Position Duration
    Permanent
  • Position Type
    Full-Time
  • More Ways to Apply
    Email
  • (More Ways to Apply) Email
    operations@canmoremuseum.com

Job Description

The Visitor Services, Social Media & Retail Coordinator at the Canmore Museum is responsible for shaping the visitor experience, focusing on creating engaging content for social media and increasing audience engagement. This role includes overseeing front desk operations, delivering excellent customer service, and supporting retail by curating products aligned with the museum’s mission. The Coordinator also plays a key role in promoting museum events and programs, ensuring a memorable experience for all visitors. The ideal candidate is a creative storyteller with a passion for digital marketing and visitor engagement.

RESPONSIBILITIES
VISITOR SERVICES
• Serve as the first point of contact for visitors, providing a warm and welcoming experience.
• Process admissions, memberships, and program registrations.
• Provide information about museum exhibits, programs, and events.
• Handle visitor inquiries and feedback, ensuring a positive guest experience.
• Maintain membership records and process membership purchases and renewals.
SOCIAL MEDIA
• Lead the creation and scheduling of social media posts to highlight exhibitions, events, and museum updates.
• Capture photos and video clips at programs and events for use on social media and other digital platforms.
• Help design simple promotional graphics and materials using tools like Canva.
• Contribute short articles or features for the museum’s blog and e-newsletter.
• Support the preparation and distribution of the monthly e-newsletter.

RETAIL
• Manage all aspects of the museum shop, including inventory management, merchandising, and sales.
• Track sales and analyze retail performance, implementing strategies to drive revenue.
• Maintain accurate records of transactions, stock levels, and supplier relationships.

ADMINISTRATION
• Provide phone reception for the Museum’s visitor services phone line.
• Respond to general inbox emails and inquiries.
• Assist with programming and events, working flexible hours when necessary.
• Maintain bookings and manage installation and takedown of community banners at the NWMP Barracks.
• Assist the Operations Manager in all aspects of Museum administration, including processing paperwork, conducting research, and maintaining records and statistics.

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Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:
• Post-secondary education in arts, business, heritage/museum studies, hospitality or other related field (preferred)
• Experience in social media management, digital marketing, or graphic design, with proficiency in creating engaging content
• Progressive retail experience with a minimum of 1 year’s retail management experience. This includes merchandising, ordering, tracking sales, inventory, cash handling, cash registers, and POS systems
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Ability to maintain healthy working relationships
• Computer skills including POS systems (Square preferred), and Google Workspace
• Knowledge of and enthusiasm about the history and community of Canmore and the Bow Valley

Perks & Benefits

Full health benefits plan after 3-month probation period.

4% vacation pay entitlement will be accrued and included with each pay.

English Fluency
Advanced
Workplace Address
902b 7th Avenue