EMPLOYMENT
Make your mark at Australia's most aspirational museum of natural history
The Museum is looking for individuals with a passion for Australian palaeontology and a genuine commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
Positions vacant
- 1 x Reception/Café Assistant position Full-time contract from 13 May to 5 October 2024
- 1 x Reception/Café Assistant position Full-time contract from 17 June to 27 July 2024
- 1 x Science Communicator position Full-time contract from 4 March to 31 October 2024
- 2 x Tour Guide/Dinosaur Stampede Caretaker positions Full-time contracts from 17 April to 5 October 2024
Applications will remain open until the positions are filled. To apply for any of these positions, applicants should provide:
- a resumé (maximum three pages) that contains the details of two unrelated referees (including name and contact details) who would be willing to assess your suitability for the position if they are contacted on a confidential basis
- an Employment Application Form
- if possible, a photo or brief video clip or links to same and
- a written reference from a previous employer who is not a friend or family member.
Documents
- 2024 Employment Application Form
- 2024 Reception/Café Assistant - Job Information Pack
- 2024 Science Communicator - Job Information Pack
- 2024 Tour Guide/Dinosaur Stampede Caretaker - Job Information Pack
Applications are assessed against the criteria in the Job Description. Your application, with attached documents, should be marked ‘Confidential – Position title’ and sent to: recruitment@aaod.com.au
WORKING FOR THE AUSTRALIAN AGE OF DINOSAURS MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
While learning about dinosaurs is part of every role at the Museum we are also looking for passion, dedication and a "give it a go" attitude. For more information listen to Senior Tour Guide, Grace Elliott (Young Tourism Leader, 2018/19) relates her experiences in tourism.
PERMISSION TO WORK
Only people who have the right to work in Australia are eligible for positions with the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum.
WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECKS
Successful candidates are required to apply for a Working with Children card.
TRAINING
New staff members are given access to the Museum training resources webpage and access to the Museum's online training portal. The portal is updated every year and currently includes eight introductory units, three refresher units and thirteen accreditation links that will help you further your knowledge and skills in the Museum sector.
As well as online training, all staff members will receive intensive training upon arrival and are paired with a buddy.
PRIVACY
The applicant's personal information will be held in accordance with the Queensland Information Privacy Act 2009.
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