2025 Seasonal Positions Available!
Are you looking for employment for the 2025 season?
The Kilby Historic Site and Kilby Park is operated by the Kilby Heritage Society, a charitable non-profit society with a volunteer board. Our mission is to meaningfully engage with past, present, and people to create a place of connection and wonder for all.
The Kilby Historic Site is one of eight Provincial Heritage Properties in BC and includes a museum (the Kilby General Store, built in 1906), a café, and a working farm with many friendly animals. Over 10,000 visitors visit us every year. We also have a 41-site beach-front campground.
Join our team for meaningful work experience!
Available Positions:
Lead Interpreter – (Approximately 7 months)
Come be a part of the Kilby Historic Site magic!! We are seeking an outgoing, people-loving person to lead tours and programs, demonstrate heritage skills, play with animals, and welcome visitors into the past. Under the direction of the Program Director, the Lead Interpreter fulfils roles in the areas of Public and Education programming including the delivery of school programs, bus tours, seasonal events, and daily summer activities all while remaining positive and maintaining our visitor’s well-being. See the job description for more details.
Please note: The following positions are funded by Young Canada Works and Canada Summer Jobs. Please ensure you meet the eligibility criteria listed on the job description before applying.
Curatorial Assistant – 14 Weeks
The Kilby Historic Site has an exciting 14-week summer student employment opportunity which will run from May 19th – August 22nd, 2025. The Curatorial Assistant is a hands-on position which offers the opportunity to learn integral behind-the-scenes museum procedures from accessioning and data-entry, to rehousing, conservation, and research. See the job description for more details.
Agricultural Farm Educator – 14 Weeks
The Kilby Historic Site is seeking an animal and people-loving student who enjoys working outside in all sorts of weather to work May 15th – August 21st, 2025. Under the guidance of the Program & Events Manager, the Agricultural Farm Educator will tend to the daily feeding and care of our friendly farm animals while interpreting relevant history and animal husbandry techniques. See the job description for more details.
Museum Program Assistant – 14 weeks
The Kilby Historic Site is seeking a creative student who has an interest in history, enjoys working with children and adults, and loves creating ‘ah ha’ moments for guests. This position runs May 15th – August 21st, 2025. Under the guidance of the Program & Events Manager, the Museum Program Assistant will engage visitors in immersive interpretations of our 1906 General Store and grounds using a variety of engaging methods. See the job description for more details.
Museum Interpreter – 8 weeks (Two positions available)
The Kilby Historic Site is seeking creative person who have an interest in culture, enjoy working with adults and children and have a passion for learning. Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Museum Interpreter positions will engage visitors in sharing the history of a rural community in Harrison Mills. See the job description for more details.
For more information email: humanresources@kilby.ca or call us at (604) 491-4932