Hi, I’m
Danielle Hurley
Ottawa,ON
Summary
I am a motivated emerging museum professional seeking a job in the heritage sector. I possess a MA in Public history with a digital humanities specialization and curatorial studies diploma. While I have background in archaeology and medieval and ancient world history, I have also acquired a grounding in public history. I possess a strong technical proficiency and eye for detail with a work history in archaeology and preservation, in both museum and archive settings.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Watson's Mill Manotick Inc.
Heritage Interpreter
05.2023 - 12.2023
Job overview
- Gave guided tours of the historical living-history museum at Dickinson House while in period costume
- Ensured artifacts inside the house were well-kept and ensured no visitors touched the artifacts on display
- Provided excellent customer service inside the house, gift shop, and grounds
- Worked as a curatorial student by documenting and photographing artifacts, writing condition reports, and maintaining care of collections.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
- Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations.
Solutions Staffing Agency
HR Recruiter
09.2021 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Conducted interviews with clients and candidates daily
- Source candidates and screen/interview
- Develop professional rapport with operation managers, marketing officers, and clients
- Answered phone calls, e-mails, and in person questions about available positions
- Worked on public speaking skills, interviewing, and HR skills
- Gained valuable experience in HR management, ad placement, background checks and cold calls.
- Managed full-cycle recruiting processes, resulting in successful placements and employee satisfaction.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to identify talent needs and develop effective job descriptions.
Irish Archaeological Field School
Volunteer Archaeologist
08.2021 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Helped excavate two sites one in Ferns and one in Clone Ireland
- Helped with site excavation, planning, mapping, and grid coordinates
- Engaged with the Irish locals and talked with them about their history and experiences with the site.
- Contributed to the understanding of past civilizations by performing in-depth analysis of discovered materials and objects.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of archaeological theories, methods, and best practices through continuous professional development efforts.
- Trained junior archaeologists and supervised their work, fostering a collaborative learning environment for professional growth.
ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital
Housekeeper
01.2019 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Demonstrated efficiency, cleanliness, and attention daily
- Handled the sanitation of patient discharge rooms, covid rooms, all calls throughout the hospital, and general cleanliness for the hospital in various departments
- Delivered timely and efficient service to all departments of the hospital with a friendly attitude
- Improved teamwork in the department by being kind and offering help to other co-workers
- Customer service experience dealing with patients, staff, and administration.
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
Wittenberg University
History Journal Editor
01.2017 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Primary and assistant editor in charge of journal formatting and article presentation
- Collaborate with fellow editors to create clean, logical, and organized student academic articles
- Chaired the article selection search and worked to hold the articles to the highest standards of knowledge, research, and academic integrity
- Project manager known for effectiveness and meeting deadlines
- Motivator, leader, and mentor for Junior Editors
- Became skilled in dealing with student articles with the utmost respect and confidentiality.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
Irish Archaeological Field School
Student Archaeologist
07.2018 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Learned archaeological methods of surveying, site mapping, excavation, post excavation processing, documentation, and photography
- Gained valuable experience on an archaeological dig site, developed a network of connections in the historical and archaeological field
- Served as site public liaison for visitors inside the Historical Irish National Heritage Park in which the site was situated
- Provided guided tours and discussed site history with visitors.
Sauder Woodworking
Summer Associate
01.2015 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, took responsibility for learning new skills and duties in numerous departments
- Adapted to machinery failures and overcame various obstacles that slowed production
- Performed janitorial services, ensuring a clean and productive work environment for all employees.
Education
Carleton UniversityOttawa, ON
Master of Arts from Public History with a specialization in Digital Humanities and Curatorial Studies
06.2024
University Overview
- My MRE (Major Research Essay) was titled Choose Your Adventure: Exploring Irish Crannóga Through Oral History, Memory, Public History and Archaeology
Wittenberg UniversitySpringfield, OH
Bachelor of Arts from Fine Arts: History
05.2019
University Overview
- Graduation Dean's List, All 4 years
- Graduated magna cum laude
- 3.72 GPA
- Thesis Paper: The Rise of Cultural Resource Management in Ireland: Post-Famine, Independence, and Nationalism
Skills
History/Public History
Archaeology
Graphic Imaging
Digital Preservation
Twine/GDD
Heritage Interpretation
Exhibit Design
Customer Service
Critical Thinking
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Records Management
Timeline
Heritage Interpreter
Watson's Mill Manotick Inc.
05.2023 - 12.2023
HR Recruiter
Solutions Staffing Agency
09.2021 - 06.2022
Volunteer Archaeologist
Irish Archaeological Field School
08.2021 - 09.2021
Housekeeper
ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2021
Student Archaeologist
Irish Archaeological Field School
07.2018 - 08.2018
History Journal Editor
Wittenberg University
01.2017 - 01.2019
Summer Associate
Sauder Woodworking
01.2015 - 01.2018
Carleton University
Master of Arts from Public History with a specialization in Digital Humanities and Curatorial Studies
Wittenberg University
Bachelor of Arts from Fine Arts: History
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working
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