Job Title:
Costume Coordinator
Competition Number:
1032068
Location:
Edmonton
Full/Part-Time:
Full-time
Regular/Temporary:
Regular/Permanent
Job Family:
Science/Technology
Scope
Open
Closing Date
Monday, October 12, 2015
Classification
Information and Creative Technical Services 3
Ministry
Culture and Tourism
About Us
Historic Sites and Museums Site Operations currently operates fourteen museums, historic sites and interpretive
centres located across Alberta, from the Oil Sands Discovery Centre in the north to Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump
in the south. We provide opportunities to share, express, and experience culture in a province that represents the
past, celebrates the present and welcomes the future. Historic costumes play a key role in delivering an accurate
portrayal of Alberta’s historical sites, and assists interpreters in creating life-long memories for our visitors.
Role
Reporting to the Curator of the Historic Sites and Museums Site Operations, the Costume Coordinator is responsible
for the acquisition, production, research and management of historically appropriate and accurate interpretive
costumes for a number of Provincial Historic Sites including, but not limited to, Father Lacombe Chapel, Historic
Dunvegan, Rutherford House, Stephansson House, Victoria Settlement and the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village.
As the subject matter expert in historic costume construction, you will work independently to tailor, sew, and alter
garments to comfortably fit the interpreters who will wear them. You will be responsible for setting standards for
costume production activities and ensure that these standards are met. You will conduct research on historically
appropriate costume styles, fabrics, patterns, and construction techniques to ensure the costume construction
accurately represents the time periods interpreted at the historic sites.
You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining the interpretive costume inventory and the associated
database, managing the interpretive costume budget, and maintaining the condition of the costumes. You will also
play an advisory role by informing interpretation staff on historic costume styles, historic deportment, costume
storage and management procedures, and costume care and maintenance.
As the successful candidate you will demonstrate a balance between sewing skills, and the ability to conduct historic
research as you exercise your creative skills to produce appealing costumes. You must be able to work
independently within a team environment and make decisions and problem solve within the scope of the
position.
Qualifications
A post-secondary graduation (garment design, tailoring, pattern drafting and costume construction or related) along
with two years of experience in the areas of historic costume production, pattern drafting and wardrobe management.
Experience operating a range of sewing machines and related equipment at the professional level is required. Strong
research skills and an in-depth knowledge of historic costumes specific to Alberta are essential to ensure the
production of historically accurate costumes. Experience with Microsoft Office programs, as well as strong verbal and
written communication skills are also required. Related experience in historic resource management, computer
database systems, and museum studies are an asset. Skills in other heritage hand crafts such as hand sewing,
embroidery, finger weaving, beadwork, lace tatting, leatherwork, millinery, etc., would also be an asset. Equivalencies
will be considered.
Salary
$1,918.50 to $2,478.03 bi-weekly (~ $50,073 to $64, 677 annually)
Notes
This competition may be used to fill current and future vacancies across government.
The Alberta Public Service is currently utilizing competency evaluation in the recruitment process. Competencies are
behaviours 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. For more information on the APS Competency Model and how it is used, please visit
the CHR Competency page.
How to Apply
Online applications are preferred. If you apply online, please ensure your cover letter and resume are submitted as
one file. Ensure you quote the competition number and save using the naming convention of your first then last name
(Joe Smith_competition number). Applicants who apply online will be able to track the status of this competition.
If you are unable to submit an electronic version of your resume, please submit your resume, quoting the Job ID, to
Human Resources, Culture and Tourism, 7th Floor Standard Life Centre, 10405 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta,
T5J4R7. Fax: (780) 422-3142. If you require any further information on this job posting, please contact Sara Volpe,
HR Assistant, at sara.volpe@gov.ab.ca
Closing Statement
We thank all candidates for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ education
and experience best meets the needs of the position. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
It is recommended that applicants who have obtained educational credentials from outside of Canada and have not
had them previously assessed, obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications
Assessment Service (IQAS). It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any
other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Position Profile
Please see attached position profile for a detailed list of responsibilities: URL