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Museum Educator Springfield, MO
Springfield Art Museum
The Springfield Art Museum invites applications for the position of Museum Educator. Located in Missouri’s third largest city, the Springfield Art Museum serves as a cultural hub to the region. The Springfield MSA has a population of over 300,000 and features numerous amenities found in a larger city but with a small-town feel. Springfield boasts a vibrant downtown, award winning parks, numerous restaurants and entertainment options, and an active and supportive arts community. The Springfield Art Museum includes an education wing that features 3 large classroom spaces and a gallery dedicated to hands-on interpretation. The Museum also boasts an active school tour program in which all 5th graders from area schools attend tours of the Museum. The Springfield Art Museum houses an impressive collection of over 9,000 objects including American, European, and Asian art as well as significant holdings of works on paper and decorative arts.
The Springfield Art Museum seeks a dynamic and innovative educator focused on community engagement and ready to make a difference. Other key duties include:
- Managing an active docent program and leading the initiation of volunteer and internship programs
- Managing art classes for adults and children
- Managing educational events for a variety of audiences including children, families, and adults
- Oversees the Museum's educational outreach efforts and serving as a liaison between community groups and the Museum
- Managing the Museum's classroom spaces
For more information and specific job duties: http://www.springfieldmo.gov/jobs/vacancy/5021.html
To apply: http://www.springfieldmo.gov/webapps/jobapp/index.jsp
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 23rd
Assistant Curator of Collections Bismarck, ND
State Historical Society of North Dakota
Salary: $3,200 - $3,700 per month
Closing Date: June 12, 2013
Position Number: 00028927 (Position Classification Pending)
Status: Full-time, Regular
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in museum studies, history, archaeology, anthropology, or a closely related field and two years of museum collections experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, best practices, concepts, and methodology related to museum collections management and the exhibition/display of historic objects.
Familiarity with updating and maintaining museum databases and collections records.
Good written and verbal skills in dealing with fellow employees, volunteers, and the general public.
Self directed, motivated, and organized.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must be able to lift and move at least forty pounds.
Must be able to move and manipulate both heavy and delicate objects.
Must be able to climb ladders or portable stairs.
- Demonstrated experience assisting with exhibit installation and de-installation.
- Demonstrated experience making exhibit mounts and storage mounts.
Preference given to persons with:
- Master’s degree in a museum studies-related field.
- Experience using the proper materials, tools, and techniques to handle and display artifacts safely.
- Experience with museum cataloging procedures, including a familiarity with nomenclature, condition reports, exhibit data sheets, and photography for cataloging and condition reports.
- Experience working with Past Perfect including modules such as inventory manager, and bar coding.
- Experience with basic preventative conservation techniques including basic artifact cleaning procedures.
- Experience with environmental monitoring including temperature and humidity levels using HOBO data loggers or similar equipment, basic integrated pest management techniques, and monitoring and controlling light levels in exhibits
- Experience with the proper techniques to pack and unpack artifacts for shipment.
- Experience with historical research techniques.
- Ability to interpret schematic drawings.
Full details at http://www.nd.gov/hrms/jobs/70128927.html
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 23rd
Senior Education Coordinator, Community Outreach Baltimore, MD
The Walters Art Museum
E-mail: jobs@thewalters.org
http://thewalters.org/about/jobs/jobdetails.aspx?jd=176
The Walters Art Museum has an immediate need for a dynamic, energetic individual to work in our Education Division as a Community Outreach Coordinator. Reporting to the Head of Family and Community Programs, the incumbent will be responsible for advancing the museum’s efforts to build and expand audiences.
Duties:
Developing strategic community partnerships in order to build, expand and sustain audiences with a focus on first time visitors especially those underserved by the museum; and developing long range strategy for audience growth with measurable benchmarks.
Evaluating all community outreach and partner activities in order to cultivate sustainable relationships.
Supporting family and community partnerships and programs in order to expand and sustain intergenerational audiences at the museum.
Coordinating all aspects of language access programming and resources in order to provide quality accessible and educational experiences for speakers of other languages at the museum.
Coordinating all aspects of Community Art Collaborative programming with the Maryland Institute College of Art in order to provide quality, art-enriched, education al experiences for Baltimore City youth during out of school time and supporting underserved museum audiences.
Coordinating inter- and intradepartmental activities within the Division of Audience Engagement in order to establish strategies for audience development and marketing, as well as identify and cultivate participation by target audiences for special exhibitions.
Maintaining the Family Art Center in order to provide a clean, informative and welcoming space for families.
Performing other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
BA degree in Fine Arts, Art or Museum Education, minimum of 3 years (or MA plus one year) demonstrated experience creating, organizing and implementing art and/or educational programs in a museum and community setting, with background in audience or community development, community arts, art education and studio teaching.
Knowledgeable of education pedagogy required with an understanding of the stages of human development and the application of learning theories to art museum education.
Knowledge of Baltimore City communities, organizations and artists. Fluency in a second language (Spanish) helpful.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including lesson writing and planning. Studio art skills to include teaching a variety of techniques to diverse audiences. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite programs, as well as website content management systems. Strong interpersonal and customer services skills.
Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals at all levels and background. Able to develop and organize community based programs and activities in order to promote the museum to diverse audiences.
Able to tour groups in museum galleries and visit with off-site partners and programs.
Must be able to work flexible hours to include some evenings and weekend. Must have a car and valid driver’s license.
We offer an attractive benefits package. For consideration, mail your resume, cover letter along with your salary requirement to jobs@thewalters.org . Application end date is Friday, June 7, 2013.
No Calls Please.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 23rd
Visitor Services Assistant Wauconda, IL
Temporary Position: 24 weeks
Hourly Rate: $9.00-$13.00/hr.
Application deadline: 4:30pm June 10, 2013
Duties include: staffing the admission desk and museum store; conducting monthly and year end inventories in the museum store; assisting with product selection, purchasing, and arranging store displays; conducting visitor evaluations; assisting with the planning and staffing of facility rentals; assisting with the planning and staffing of special events, artist receptions and exhibit openings. The Visitor Services Assistant will be required to work weekends and some evenings. Additional information about the museum may be found at the website www.lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.
Experience:
Qualified applicants should have experience in museum visitor services. This could include experience: handling cash transactions, retail experience, event planning, or conducting visitor evaluation. Candidates should possess the customer service and communication skills necessary to provide a positive experience for the public, even during hectic environments. Must possess a valid driver’s license.
How to Apply and Application Deadlines:
Interest in Forest Preserve employment can be indicated by submitting a resume or completed Forest Preserve employment application. Applications are available at www.LCFPD.org and Lake County Forest Preserve District, Human Resources Department, 1899 West Winchester Road, Libertyville, IL 60048, 847/367-6640, and must be returned by June 10, 2013 at 4:30pm.
Applications are accepted only for posted positions. Complete a job interest card for other positions for which you are interested. The card will be kept on file for six months pending an opening, and will be mailed to you should an opening occur.
Lake County Forest Preserve District General Information:
The Lake County Forest Preserve District was created in 1958 and provides over 30,000-acres in a county-wide system of natural, cultural and recreational resources. Governed under Illinois law as a special purpose unit of government, the mission of the Forest Preserve District is to preserve a dynamic and unique system of diverse natural and cultural resources, and to develop innovative educational, recreational and cultural opportunities of regional value, while exercising environmental and fiscal responsibility.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 23rd
Museum Education Manager Washington, DC
The Society of the Cincinnati, Anderson House
Applications Contact Person: Emily L - Schulz
Email: eschulz@societyofthecincinnati.org
Application Due Date: 2013/06/28
Salary Range: $40,000-$45,000
Web Address: http://www.societyofthecincinnati.org
The Society of the Cincinnati, a nonprofit historical and educational organization headquartered in Washington, D.C., seeks a full-time museum education manager to be responsible for the daily management of public visitor programs at Anderson House, the Gilded Age mansion and historic house museum that has been the Society's headquarters since 1938 - The major aspects of this work are managing the museum tour and docent programs and the Society's public programs.
The Society strives to increase museum visitation significantly and improve the visitor experience in the coming years and intends to expand museum hours as soon as professional and volunteer staffing will permit - Currently, the museum receives approximately 11,000 visitors for tours and public programs each year - Building the volunteer corps and overseeing this extension of public hours will be one of the chief responsibilities of the museum education manager, who will supervise a part-time museum visitor services coordinator in this work - The museum education manager will also be charged with assuming a leading role in growing the Society's public programs-which currently include lectures, concerts, special tours, and children's programs-to present our mission and collections to the public in engaging, creative, and diverse ways.
Founded in 1783, the Society strives to promote knowledge and appreciation of the achievement of American independence - Since 1938 the Society has maintained its headquarters at and worked to preserve and interpret Anderson House, a 1905 Beaux-Arts mansion and National Historic Landmark in the Dupont Circle neighborhood of Washington, D.C - For more information, visit www.societyofthecincinnati.org.
Major Duties include:
- recruiting, training, and managing a team of volunteer docents to lead tours of Anderson House
- developing methods for evaluating docents and rewarding exemplary service
- planning periodic docent enrichment events
- overseeing the daily operations of the museum tour program
- maintaining and revising, as necessary, the museum tour manual
- recruiting and scheduling group tours
- contributing to efforts to promote and increase museum visitation
- recording and analyzing visitor attendance statistics
- assuming a leading role in a staff group to develop, promote, and evaluate public programs
- coordinating day-of program logistics
Qualifications:
A Master's degree in museum education, museum studies, history, American studies, or a closely related field is preferred - A Bachelor's degree is required - At least three to five years of professional experience working with museum tours, docents, and programs-ideally in a historic house museum-is strongly preferred - A successful candidate will have a demonstrated familiarity with historic house museum interpretation and museum public programs, a strong interest in American history, and experience with docent recruitment and training, crafting a museum tour manual, and developing and promoting new museum programs - Familiarity with the history and material culture of the American Revolution, Washington, D.C., or the Gilded Age is a plus - A successful candidate should be an excellent writer and an effective speaker and should be organized, detail-oriented, comfortable with a variety of computer programs, and capable of working on several projects simultaneously - Occasional evening and weekend hours are required to manage public programs during those times.
Salary and Benefits:
This is a mid-level position on the professional staff of the Society of the Cincinnati with an annual salary in the range of $40,000-$45,000, but salary is negotiable based on experience and demonstrated ability - The Society offers excellent benefits, including annual leave, health insurance, a 401(k) plan, a commuting stipend, and professional development opportunities.
To apply, send a resume and cover letter, including mention of where you learned about this opening, by Friday, June 28, 2013, to:
Emily L - Schulz
Deputy Director and Curator
The Society of the Cincinnati
2118 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20008
eschulz@societyofthecincinnati.org
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 23rd
Summer Camp Teaching Specialist Washington, DC
The National Building Museum seeks museum educators, teaching artists and social studies teachers to serve as a Summer Camp Specialist for children age eight to eleven, for its Worldly Builders session occurring July 22-August 2, 2013 and Young Designers session occurring August 5-16, 2013. This temporary, part-time position will work directly with children in leading morning classes in, visual art, design education, exhibition design, and city planning.
Camp work hours: 3 morning hours per day, Monday-Friday.
Compensation: $900 per session or $1800 for both sessions
Candidates should be extremely reliable; able to commit to camp duration; possess a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree is strongly preferred) and 2-3 years of teaching experience; knowledge of city planning and architecture, have excellent presentation and interpersonal skills; and experience in an informal learning environment. Successful applicants will complete a criminal background check prior to camp. Send cover letter indicating your session(s) of interest, resume, and list of three references to: Sally Otis, SOtis@nbm.org.
Application deadline: June 1, 2013.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 21st
Docent Coordinator Washington, DC
Smithsonian Freer and Sackler Galleries of Art
The Freer Gallery of Art and the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery contain some of the most important holdings of Asian art in the world. In addition, the Freer Gallery holds exemplary examples of late-nineteenth-century works of American landscape and portraiture by James McNeill Whistler and his contemporaries. The Sackler Gallery is host to contemporary art from Asia as well as international loan exhibitions. Together, both galleries form the national museums of Asian art at the Smithsonian Institution, and are dedicated to the acquisition, care, study, and exhibition of works in their collections.
The Docent Coordinator is a key member of the Freer|Sackler Department of Education and Public Programs. The individual’s primary responsibilities are to manage group of about fifty-five active volunteers who serve adult, student, and family visitors as gallery guides and teachers. Assisted by a full-time Tour Scheduler/Educator and supervised by the Head of Education and Public Programs, the Docent Coordinator develops and implements processes for the recruitment, training and evaluation of this group of volunteers. S/he plans and implements the weekly training sessions and related materials for docents connected to permanent collection galleries and special exhibitions, leads in the recruitment and training of new docents, develops policies and procedures for the effective functioning of the docent program, manages the program budget, and works on other department priorities as assigned. The ideal candidate has knowledge of educational principles and practices used to develop museum education programs for culturally diverse audiences, knowledge of teaching methods that engage both children and adults in looking at and understanding art, experience working with and developing procedures and policies for docents, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong organizational and management skills, and familiarity with Asian art and culture. This is a one-year appointment with possibility of extension. The salary range is $51,630 to $67,114.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to FSGEducation@si.edu before 11:59 PM, US Eastern Daylight Time, June 14, 2013. To learn more about the Freer|Sackler, visit our website at http://www.asia.si.edu/.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 21st
P/T Outreach Educator Morristown, NJ
Morris Museum
Applications Contact Person: Michele Marinelli
Email: mmarinelli@morrismuseum.org
Application Due Date: 2013/06/03
Morris Museum, a multidisciplinary museum in Morristown, New Jersey, seeks applicants for the position of Part-Time Outreach Educator - This position requires creativity, energy, organization, and strong communication and presentation skills - The primary responsibilities are:
- Deliver a variety of Outreach Programs for schools, community and adult facilities
- Responsible for care and use of museum van
- Develop and write new outreach programs as needed
- Approximately 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, morning and/or afternoon with occasional weekday evening hours
Required Qualifications:
- B.A - degree in history, science, art or education required; M.A - degree preferred
- Must have 1 year minimum teaching experience, and familiarity with NJ Core Curriculum Content Standards and National Standards a plus; museum experience preferred
- Considerable schedule flexibility
- Excellent communication, including public speaking skills, plus research and writing skills
- Ability to work independently; self-motivated and pro-active problem solver
- Reliable and highly organized
- Experience working with and easily relating to children and adults/seniors
- Must undergo background check and have current driver's license
- Must be able to lift exhibit boxes, up to 50lbs as required for Outreach Programs
Applications must include resume and hourly wage requirements - No phone calls please.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 21st
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Chief Curator of Arts and Culture Indianapolis, IN
Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites
Applications Contact Person: Susannah Koerber
Email: skoerber@indianamuseum.org
Application Due Date: 2013/05/31
Web Address: www.indianamuseum.org
The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites (ISMHS) seeks a Chief Curator of Arts and Culture, responsible for overseeing curatorial affairs and related content and exhibition development, interpretation of collections, educational programs, and strategic planning. The Chief Curator also serves as an expert in Indiana history and material culture, working with other cultural and social history curators to curate the relevant collections and directing their organization, development, maintenance, interpretation, and use. The position takes a leading role in the development and implementation of temporary and permanent exhibitions related to cultural history and must have a significant track record organizing object-based exhibitions. Position requires an MA in history, American studies or other related field with a minimum of 10 years full-time, relevant curatorial, project management and/or collections care experience as well as supervisory experience. The position is based in Indianapolis.
Founded in 1869, ISMHS has eleven historic sites around the state and a contemporary 270,000sf museum in downtown Indianapolis that houses more than 500,000 objects related to Indiana art, history, and science. The museum features a dynamic schedule of changing exhibitions, performs critical research and offers extensive educational programming to public and student audiences. More information about ISMHS can be found at www.indianamuseum.org.
For a full job description and the online application, please visit http://www.in.gov/spd/2334.htm. Click on Apply Now and use the keyword museum to locate the position.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 17th
Registrar Princeton, NJ
Princeton University Art Museum
Responsibilities
Princeton University Art Museum (PUAM) is seeking a Registrar to support the registrar department with exhibition and loans activity. The position will have responsibility for outgoing international loans, as well as sole responsibility for three or more assigned exhibitions per calendar year. The position will report to the Chief Registrar and will work closely with the rest of the registrar department, including the Associate Registrars for domestic outgoing loans and for collections and with the Inventory Team (the Project Manager and three Collections Data Specialists). Additionally, the position will interact with borrowers, lenders, insurance representatives, shipping and transport agents and Museum curators, preparators and administrators.
Outgoing International Loans (approximately 25 - 35 objects per year)
The Registrar will generate related documents such as PUAM’s conditions governing loans, condition reports, all insurance paperwork and receipts ; and will approve (in consultation with the Chief Registrar and other pertinent staff) and arrange all packing, courier, transportation and installation details for the loans. Other duties may include arranging for contract conservators to assess works of art and their ability to travel, as well as reviewing and negotiating foreign insurance policies and indemnity summaries and Borrower facility reports. Will select, debrief and coordinate courier activity, including acting as courier when required. The position also arranges and maintains the long-term outgoing loans program, which includes loans on campus, the Princeton region and in New York. Create, maintain and archive outgoing international loan and long-term outgoing loan files.
Exhibitions
The upcoming schedule consists of exhibitions generated by PUAM curators, University faculty, as well as touring exhibitions organized by other institutions. There is a possibility that exhibitions may travel to domestic and international venues. The position will be solely responsible for assigned loan exhibitions from the formal exhibition proposal approval through the close of the last venue. Duties will include all aspects of exhibition related incoming loans of works of art including arranging all crating and transportation (incoming, return and inter-venue), budgeting for registrarial portion of exhibition (ranging from $50,000 – to more than $300,000), and coordinating contract personnel (such as conservators and mount makers). The successful candidate will also be responsible for insurance arrangements (including applying for US Government Indemnity and/or Immunity from Judicial Seizure) and for drafting and negotiating exhibition contracts (internally and with external exhibition partners). The position will generate loan agreements, condition reports, insurance certificates, receipts and other documents; maintain complete and accurate records both physical and digital.
Applicant will be expected to provide a senior level of activity and input within the department.
Essential Qualifications
*BA required; MA in Art History, Museum Studies or related field strongly preferred.
*Minimum of 4-6 years verifiable experience in museum registration and administration.
*Strong computer skills: expert facility with MS Office, including Word, Access, Excel, and Outlook.
Experience with relational databases, especially The Museum System (TMS) preferred.
*Previous experience shipping loans and/or exhibitions domestically and internationally.
*Extensive experience acting as a courier with artwork.
*Knowledge of current best practices and standards in the field (including art handling, packing and shipping).
*Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
*Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and to meet competing deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
*Ability to be equally effective when working independently or as a part of a team.
*Experience with digital photography, Photoshop and Portfolio.
*Meticulous work habits and attention to detail; consistency in procedures and quality of effort in all areas of work.
*Must successfully pass a background check.
EOE
M/F/D/V
To apply, please go to https://jobs.princeton.edu and post to requisition # 1200871
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 17th
Collections Curator (part-time: 20 hours) New York, NY
The New York City Police Museum seeks a Collections Curator to perform specialized, professional work involving the exhibition, documentation, storage, research, and additional refinement of the museum’s collection. The successful candidate will balance collections care responsibilities with the creation of innovative exhibitions about the exciting and important history of policing and law enforcement in New York City.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
The creation, planning, and execution of new exhibitions for the museum, as well as working as the project manager for a broad re-design of permanent collection galleries at the museum.
Acting as a liaison between the museum and outside consultants (i.e., exhibit designers, graphic designers, etc.) who aid in producing new displays; making certain that the best interest of the museum are maintained.
Proper care and documentation of the museum’s collections, which encompass a broad range of archival and historical material culture, including police uniforms and equipment, photographs, rare books, and documents.
Assistance with research requests for individuals, students, researchers, educators, and other professionals seeking information from The New York City Police Museum.
Minimum Requirements:
M.A./M.S. degree required in history, museum studies, or a closely-related field.
Detailed knowledge of New York City history strongly preferred.
Minimum 2-4 years experience managing related museum functions in accordance with best practice museum standards.
To apply for this position, please send cover letter and resume to the Executive Director, Julie Bose at: Jbose@nycpm.org
No phone calls.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 17th
Electronic Records Manager Milwaukee, WI
The Raynor Memorial Libraries at Marquette University seeks a creative, collaborative, enthusiastic professional for the position of Electronic Records Manager. Reporting to the Head of Special Collections and University Archives, under the direction of the University Archivist, the Electronic Records Manager will focus on the management, acquisition, appraisal, description, disposition, and preservation of born-digital institutional records with historical, evidential, or administrative value to the university.
Full details here.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 17th
Registrar Saint Louis, MO
World Chess Hall of Fame
Job Function: Registrar/Collections Management
Entry Level: No
Job Type: Full Time
Job Duration: Minimum 1-year but not indefinite
Minimum Education: BA/BS/Undergraduate
Minimum Experience: 2-3 years
Required Travel: 0-10%
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Accepting Applications through May 31, 2013. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Job Description and Position Summary:
The World Chess Hall of Fame (WCHOF) seeks an experienced Registrar for a minimum 12-month period. Relocation assistance may be provided. The Registrar will support the WCHOF’s exhibitions program by overseeing and managing all aspects of the permanent collections care, safety and documentation of the museum’s collection, which numbers over 3000 objects in compliance with professional museum standards. The Registrar will also develop a database of the collection using PastPerfect, as well as arrange national and international loans and monitor environmental conditions in galleries. Other possible duties will include assisting with loaned objects for a traveling exhibition.
The Registrar will report to the Chief Curator and work closely with two Assistant Curators as well as a team of Gallery Attendants.
Job Responsibilities:
- Register and assign accession numbers to all objects in collection according to established registration system to a previously unaccessioned and uncataloged collection
- Assist with creating and implementing a new Collections Management Policy system
- Compose concise and accurate descriptions of objects
- Maintain records of accession, condition, and location of objects in collection, both permanent and loaned, and oversee movement, packing, and shipping of objects to conform to insurance regulations and best practices
- Oversee all new accessions through gift, purchase, and loans
- Oversee handling, packing, movement, and inspection of all objects entering or leaving organization, including traveling exhibitions
- Review and evaluate registration and catalog system to maintain applicability, consistency, and operation
- Arrange insurance for objects on loan and oversee all loan agreements for temporary exhibitions
- Manage rights and reproductions for loaned objects
- Maintain and update WCHOF’s Facilities Report
- Monitor art storage and exhibition spaces for temperature/humidity, environmental hazards, safety, cleanliness, and ongoing maintenance concerns
- Responsible for ensuring WCHOF’s compliance with AAMs best practices and other state and federal laws regarding the collection and incoming loans
Position Requires:
- Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s Degree Preferred in Art History, History, Museum Studies or similar field
- Minimum of 2-3 years experience in a museum or similar non-profit center
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong commitment to quality control, excellent communication, and collaboration
- Strong computer skills: expert facility with MS Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Experience with PastPerfect preferred
- Previous experience shipping loans and/or exhibitions domestically and internationally
- Knowledge of current best practices and standards in the field (including art handling, packing and shipping)
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and to meet competing deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Ability to be equally effective when working independently or as a part of a team
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced work environment
- Some travel may be required
- The final candidate must successfully pass a background check
No chess playing skills required.
EOE
Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. The anticipated start date for the position is June 15, 2013. Qualified applicants should send a letter outlining their interest and qualifications for this position, resume or CV, and three references to:
Shannon Bailey
Chief Curator
World Chess Hall of Fame
4652 Maryland Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63018
(314) 367-9243 x103
Shannon.bailey@worldchesshof.org
For Email submissions, please put Registrar Search in the subject line.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 17th
Collections Manager Cleveland, OH
Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Division: Collections and Research
Reports to: Curator and Head of Department of Vertebrate Paleontology
Summary:
The Collections Manager will assist the Curator of Vertebrate Paleontology by managing the operations of three main areas; fossil collection, preparation, and curation.
Full job details on this site.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 17th
Curator of Artifacts Philadelphia, PA
The Chemical Heritage Foundation seeks a full-time permanent Curator of Artifacts to be an energetic and collaborative member of its museum staff. Reporting directly to the museum director, the Curator of Artifacts is responsible for overseeing the research, care, management, usage and continued growth of CHF’s collections of artifacts, which includes scientific instrumentation, glassware, apparatus, and material culture artifacts. CHF’s artifact collections range from the tools of chemists to popular culture artifacts that show the full range, impact and interaction of science and society. This position also has an essential role in exhibition development as a curator of innovative and diverse exhibitions that will engage existing and new audiences. The successful candidate will be a critical member of the curatorial and museum teams at CHF.
Working with the museum director, the Curator of Artifacts will develop and implement an acquisitions plan to proactively grow CHF’s collections of artifacts and scientific instrumentation. This will include researching potential donations, developing relationships with potential donors, and prioritizing potential donations based on available budget and space. The Curator of Artifacts will also actively engage in scholarship by participating in conferences and publishing on topics relevant to CHF’s collections and exhibitions.
In addition to curatorial responsibilities, the Curator of Artifacts will function as CHF’s collections manager, overseeing the cataloging and photography of CHF’s artifact collections, managing off-site collections, and coordinating the logistics of new acquisitions.
In addition to collections management and documentation, the Curator of Artifacts should be an active cross-departmental collaborator and open to exploring ways to use technology and other methods to encourage interest in the collections at CHF. An active participant in the museum and history of science communities is strongly preferred.
Job Requirements include:
- M.A. in history, museum studies, or related field. Ph.D. in the history of science or technology is highly preferred.
- Research interests in the history of science or technology is required.
- Three to five years experience working in a museum or collections-based institution.
- Experience developing exhibits from concept through to completion.
- Demonstrated knowledge of museum principles, concepts, techniques and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
- Demonstrated experience managing projects and the ability to manage and work on multiple projects concurrently.
- Ability to lift a forty pound box to shoulder height and physically move artifacts and prepare them for shipping.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Willingness to work occasional evening and weekend hours.
Located in the heart of Old City Philadelphia, the Chemical Heritage Foundation is dedicated to documenting and telling the history of chemistry through a museum, research library, special collections and center for scholarship. The museum, which opened in 2008, includes an active temporary exhibition program and continues to grow its audience and programming.
To apply please send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample (preferably exhibit text/labels) to: Curator2013@chemheritage.org . No phone calls please.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 15th
Natural Science Educator Redding, CA
Turtle Bay
Turtle Bay Exploration Park, located in beautiful Northern California, is seeking an enthusiastic, creative and experienced team player to join the education department. Reporting to the Education & Program Manager, the educator develops and implements interactive, engaging and learner-centered interdisciplinary education programs for museum, family and school programs, takes the lead on natural science programming and training and provides direct supervision of teen and adult volunteers.
Requirements include B.S. degree or related experience; at least one-year of specialized study/training in education or subject area related to forestry, biology, earth science, chemistry, physics or museum studies; minimum of two-years supervision experience and one-year experience creating, implementing, and evaluating educational programs. This is a fulltime, benefited position.
To learn more about our organization and upcoming exhibitions go to: http://www.turtlebay.org/. For more details and a full job description visit: http://www.turtlebay.org/about/employment. Email cover letter, resume and three professional references to: Edjobs@turtlebay.org.
Location: Redding, CA
Compensation: $30,000 - $33,280 annually +benefits
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Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 15th
Collection Technician Quanitco, Virginia
History Associates Incorporated
Applications Contact Person: Doris Miles
E-mail: dmiles@historyassociates.com
Application Due Date: 06/01/2013
Web Address: www.historyassociates.com
History Associates has an exciting opportunity available for individuals specializing in artifact cataloging and living in and near Quantico, VA - Position is part-time; sixteen hours per week and consists of cataloging museum artifacts at a client's site located in Quantico, Virginia - This project has a projected start date of July 2013 and will run for approximately twelve months
The Collection Technician will have overall responsibility for the artifact cataloging and condition assessment portion of the project - Tasks include; cataloging artifacts using KE EMu collections management system, researching artifact provenance, applying standard cataloging nomenclature to catalog records, and taking and recording artifact dimensions - The ideal candidate will have also have photographic and digital processing experience, strong background in condition reporting and be able to meet deadlines while maintaining museum-quality standards.
The position will involve both working independently and with project and agency staff based on-site - The Collection Technician will operate under the supervision of an on-site Collection Manager and a Director based in Rockville, MD.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in History, Museum Studies, or other applicable field
- Minimum 2 years' experience in handling and cataloging museum artifacts at a recognized museum
- Experience with KE Emu database: cataloging, image upload and reporting
- Experience with object photography, re-housing and labeling artifacts and containers
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience conducting condition assessments and completing condition reports.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a small, high performance team
- Demonstrated ability independently set and meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree
- Knowledge or experience handling uniforms, weapons, vehicles, medals, flags, aircraft, works of art and other artifacts
- Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create concise reports and to effectively participate in and/or lead team meetings
This position is eligible for paid leave.
Send cover letter, resume, example of a catalog record and a written condition assessment, and the names and e-mails of three references to:
History Associates Incorporated
Attn: Doris Miles, Director of Personnel
300 N - Stonestreet Avenue
Rockville, MD 20850
FAX: 301-279-9224
E-mail: dmiles@historyassociates.com
History Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 14th
Digital Photographer Andover, MA
Northeast Document Conservation Center
The Northeast Document Conservation Center (NEDCC) seeks a Digital Photographer for its Imaging Services studios. Primary responsibilities include personal production, teamwork, and client interaction. This position requires advanced technical, organizational, and communication skills. The Digital Photographer works as a member of the imaging team tasked with digitizing cultural heritage materials including all formats of film, photographs, rare books, art on paper, historic maps, and many other materials. Qualifications: B.S. or equivalent professional experience in technical digital imaging.
For more Information and to Apply:
http://www.nedcc.org/about/news-room/employment-opportunities
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 12th
Executive Secretary Mount Pleasant, Mich
The position at Central Michigan University will be open for applicants starting May 13:
Museum Studies. This is the most senior level secretarial job, and while it incorporates elements of other levels, it has a majority of effort associated with more complex secretarial support services or program-related activities, including handling substantive secretarial/administrative details and duties for a supervisor. Required: high school, 4 years experience or equivalent combination, see www.jobs.cmich.edu for complete list of requirements.
Applicants must apply on-line by 05/17/13.
CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly & actively strives to increase diversity within its community (see www.cmich.edu/aaeo/).
This position serves as administrative support for the Museum Studies Program and the Museum of Cultural and Natural History.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 12th
Manager of Youth Learning & Engagement Miamai, FL
The Wolfsonian–Florida International University has just posted a new position opening for a Manager of Youth Learning & Engagement (Position #: 505281). Please apply via the FIU HR jobsite at http://hr.fiu.edu/pshr/.
The Wolfsonian–Florida International University, a museum and research center located in the heart of historic south Miami Beach, uses objects to illustrate the persuasive power of art and design, to explore what it means to be modern, and to tell the story of social, political, and technological changes that have transformed our world. It encourages people to see the world in new ways, and to learn from the past as they shape the present and influence the future. The collection of over 100,000 art and design objects, rare books, and ephemeral materials focuses on North American and European design of the 1850–1945 period. (www.wolfsonian.org )
Duties:
Oversee all learning and engagement programs for K-12 audiences including in-gallery, in-school, and online. Develop, implement, and evaluate youth-focused programs and interpretive materials for all segments of the Miami-Dade Community, including school-based, in-museum, and afterschool programs on weekends. Collaborate with learning and engagement staff and curatorial staff to develop programs and interpretative materials and engagement activities for permanent and temporary exhibitions, particularly in relation to goals of new strategic plan and re-envisioning/reinstallation of Wolfsonian collection. Work with assistant director for learning and engagement to plan new digital engagement goals and activities. Develop and oversee design-focused afterschool programs for teen audiences utilizing the Wolf Digital Design Lab, such as Comic Kraze cartooning workshops.
Act as primary liaison to Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) and local charter and private schools. Develop programmatic collaborations and formal partnerships with schools and community organizations. Oversee ongoing Page at a Time program in collaboration with MDCPS. Supervise MDCPS art educator assigned to the museum through MDCPS museum education program. Develop and implement professional development workshops for teachers, focusing on arts integration into core disciplines (STEAM) and 21st century skills. Maintain extensive contact with students, parents, teachers, MDCPS administrators, donors, corporate members, and the general public.
Prepare and monitor budget for youth programs. Negotiate contracts with outside contractors as needed for youth programs. Work with assistant director for learning and engagement and development department to develop funding proposal for youth programs. Perform other related duties as assigned or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Interpret existing state, University and BOT policies to ensure compliance. Recommend changes in policies and procedures to Director.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience. Desired Qualifications: M.A. preferred; knowledge of late nineteenth-to-mid-twentieth century history and art; knowledge of current theory and practice of art museum object-based learning/teaching, national education reform issues, and digital media learning developments and practices; budget development and monitoring; ability to handle information of sensitive and confidential nature in the utmost professional manner and to maintain a high level of professional integrity.
Pre-Employment Requirements: Criminal Background Check
The deadline to apply for this position is May 31, 2013 (or when filled). Apply on line at: http://hr.fiu.edu/pshr/ FIU, a member of the SUS of Florida, is an EO/EA/AA employer.
Benefits offered with The Wolfsonian–FIU: Located in a vibrant area on South Beach with multiple venues for culture and dining within a short distance; Health Care Insurance – Medical/Dental/Vision Approximately 85% paid by The Wolfsonian–FIU; Medical plans as low as $25 per paycheck; Domestic Partner Stipends available; Vacation - 4 weeks paid per year; Sick Leave - Up to 480 hours paid; 11 paid holidays per year; Retirement funds: 401(k) and 403b Multiple plans available with matching contributions; Basic Life Insurance; Optional Life Insurance and AD&D; and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 12th
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Museum Assistant Batavia NY
Holland Land Office Museum
(15-20 hrs per week)
The Holland Land Office Museum is seeking a part-time motivated individual to assist the Museum Director with programs, exhibits, promotions and various clerical functions.
Skills Required:
Excellent verbel and written skills
Computer/ internet experience: proficient with MS Word, Excel and Publisher
Well organized/research experience
Experience: Website & Facebook
Qualifications: BA degree in history or museum science
Basic knowledge of western New York history
Rate of pay $8.00 per hour
Please email: Jeff Donahue@director@hollandlandoffice.com
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 10th
Processing Archivist Manhattan, NY
American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, Inc. (JDC)
Department: Archives
Reports To: Assistant Executive Vice President of Global Archives
The JDC Archives seeks a processing archivist with text and multimedia archives experience to join the New York archives staff and to take on several ongoing projects, including an oral history digitization and access project.
I. Responsibilities:
- processing and cataloging large text collections
- processing and cataloging multimedia collections
- managing oral history digitization and access project
- supervising project technician during oral history project
- creating web-based feature highlighting oral history collection
- contributing to departmental web publications, exhibits, etc.
II. Job Specifications:
Skills Needed:
- experience processing and cataloging textual collections required
- experience processing and cataloging multimedia collections required
- digital audio editing experience preferred
- experience with MS Office required
Eeducation and Knowledge Required:
- MLS/MLIS with archival concentration required
- advanced training in audiovisual archives preferred
- audio editing experience required
- database management training preferred
- interest in and knowledge of Jewish history preferred
All inquiries and referrals are to be submitted to Robin Salsberg, Director of Human Resources
robin.salsberg@jdcny.org
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 10th
Curator of African Art Atlanta, Georgia
Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
The Michael C. Carlos Museum at Emory University seeks an experienced professional and accomplished scholar to serve as Curator of African Art for its preeminent collection of sub-Saharan African art. The ideal
candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Art History or a related field, have at least 5 years of curatorial experience in an accredited museum, and a record of successful exhibition projects and publications.
The Carlos Museum¹s collection of African art consists of over 1,000 objects, the majority of which are masks and carved figures from West and Central Africa, particularly the numerous cultures of Nigeria, Benin
(formerly Dahomey), the Cameroon Grassfields, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Since 2003 the African collection has grown through select acquisitions and gifts to represent objects from East and Southern Africa,
including textiles, ceramics, and jewelry.
The Curator of African Art reports to the Director, serves on a team of highly skilled collections, education, and administrative staff, and provides leadership for cross-departmental collaboration. The Curator of
African Art develops and presents exhibitions, makes acquisitions, provides stewardship for donors, researches and documents the collections, develops didactic materials and programming, works with students and
interns, and establishes and maintains strong community and institutional relationships. The Curator may also teach classes for the Art History Department or African Studies Program at Emory University.
All interested parties are required to apply online with Emory University Human Resources website, www.hr.emory.edu/careers to be considered for position.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 10th
Research Associate Columbus, OH
As part of the Lifelong Learning Group team, the Research Associate will support the development and delivery of high-quality research, evaluation, and consulting projects with external clients in the informal learning field. The Associate will support the development and dissemination of insights into informal learning and the value of visitor studies across the informal learning field.
For a full position description, qualifications, and to apply, visit this site.
About the Lifelong Learning Group
The Lifelong Learning Group is a research and evaluation consulting group that specializes in the study of learning across the lifespan, striving to serve the informal learning field by promoting rigorous research and evaluation in support of the development and improvement of meaningful, innovative learning experiences. Operating as part of COSI, the Lifelong Learning Group works with external organizations to help them develop concepts, test ideas, and understand the impact of their exhibits and programs.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 10th
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Museum Manager Greeley, CO
Deadline: May 31, 2013
Salary: $48,840-$60,000 DOQ
www.greeleymuseums.com
Contact: Erin Quinn Valcho
Ph: (970) 350-9218
Email: erin.quinnvalcho@greeleygov.com
Job Summary: The City of Greeley Museums is a four-site museum system consisting of the Greeley History Museum, Centennial Village, the Meeker Home and the Plumb Farm Learning Center. The Museum has an extensive collection of approximately 175,000 historic artifacts, photographs and archives. The City is seeking a dynamic, innovative museum leader with a solid background in museum operations, historic preservation, living history, and collections management to bring the Museums into the future as a regional attraction with a focus on experiential programs and living history.
The Museum Manager is responsible for the development, planning and execution of a comprehensive program of educational opportunities, exhibits, and special events, historic preservation, capital and collections management projects. The Manager works with supervisor to prepare and monitor the annual budget, develop and implement programs and exhibits, and ensure public access and preservation of the collections. The Manager oversees daily operations of all museum facilities and works under the supervision of the Superintendent of Culture. This is an exempt position and the Museum Manager may attend many meetings, events, and programs on evenings and weekends.
Required Skills, Experience & Education
- BA Degree in Museum Studies, Anthropology or History.
- MA Degree in Museum Studies desired.
- 5+ years progressive experience working directly with museum operations.
- Must possess and demonstrate knowledge of best practices as defined by the American Alliance of Museums.
- Must have good working knowledge of museum law and its application.
- Knowledge of living history, interpretation and collections management preferred.
- Must have excellent communication skills, oral and written, and in a variety of settings, including negotiation and persuasion.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record
- Spanish/English bilingual desired.
Essential Functions - Ability to:
- Use initiative, judgment and originality in programming, planning, merchandising and control.
- Keep abreast of current museum trends.
- Ensure the flow of information up and down the chain of command.
- Effectively supervise, direct, and measure the performance of museum staff, including conflict resolution.
- Develop, implement and evaluate programs, activities, exhibits and projects with input from patrons, community, advisory boards, staff and supervisor.
- Promote efficiency and effectiveness, using strong organizational and budgeting skills, risk management, and internal controls to accomplish management goals and objectives.
- Meet deadlines for budget and information requests.
- Listens to and addresses concerns of the public, visitors, archives patrons, Museum Advisory board, Greeley Museums Heritage Foundation and other local organizations and community groups and partners which may include solving problems, addressing complaints or resolving conflicts.
- Seek out and form community partnerships or strengthen existing partnerships.
- Ensure facilities and equipment are maintained in good working condition and operational.
- Identify and correct deficiencies in safety, sanitation, security and others.
- Promote and publicize museum activities to the public.
- Represent the Department at meeting, conferences and trainings.
Physical Requirements:
- Verbal skills sufficient to communicate effectively.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear.
- The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, but will be required to work weekends and an irregular schedule.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 10th
Education Curator Aspen, CO
About the Aspen Art Museum:
The Aspen Art Museum is an accredited, globally preeminent, noncollecting institution that organizes and presents the newest, most important evolutions in international contemporary art through a dynamic exhibition program of ten to twelve shows per year. With an annual operating budget of over $3.1 million and staff of 28 professionals, the AAM is situated in a picturesque environment with an exceptionally active community of contemporary art collectors. The Aspen Art Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About the AAM Education Department:
The Education Department of the Aspen Art Museum strives to make contemporary art meaningful to a wide array of audiences through interpretive projects and diverse, community-based programming. These object-based learning opportunities are designed to engage audiences in thought-provoking experiences of art, culture, and society. Programs occur both in the museum and throughout the community, and provide the opportunity for audiences to see and respond to contemporary art through hands-on workshops, gallery talks and tours, lectures, and innovative activities related to current exhibitions.
Job Description:
Reporting to the AAM Nancy and Bob Magoon CEO and Director, the Education Curator will be a vital member of the Aspen Art Museum’s senior management and creative team, working closely with the Curatorial Department to develop and implement world-class programs including artist-driven events, performances, lectures and conversations, gallery talks, and workshops. The Education Curator must have a passion for contemporary art and the ability to spark interest, arouse curiosity, and encourage others to learn about art utilizing visual literacy and object-oriented learning.
Duties
- Vision education program for the AAM’s new facility, including the expansion of existing programs and development of new initiatives. Develop and plan a robust and lively roster of programs for the opening of the museum’s new building in 2014.
- Build public engagement through innovative programming that encourages introspection and reflection, as well as promotes unexpected encounters with art.
- Create, plan, and facilitate all AAM exhibition-related educational and public programs.
- Oversee all AAM educational outreach, school, and family programs and help identify other communities that can be positively impacted by contemporary art.
- Oversee Education Coordinator, Outreach Educators, Workshop Instructors, Departmental Interns and Volunteers; provide education staff with training and materials about the museum’s exhibitions, as well as resources for engaging all audiences.
- Create public-facing written and electronic interpretive materials for AAM exhibitions including, but not limited to, audio tours, teachers’ guides, and family guides.
- Responsible for generating promotional material for AAM education programs. Work with web designers to maintain accurate and relevant content on AAM’s website. Prepare all education text for publications and education grant proposals.
- Responsible for the development and implementation of the Young Curators of the Roaring Fork program and exhibition.
Requirements and Qualifications
• MA in Museum Education, Art History or equivalent.
• 3-5 years’ experience as a supervisor of education and education-related components in an art museum.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask under pressure in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent time-management, problem-prevention, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow through and meet deadlines while coordinating many current and long-range projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge and enthusiasm for contemporary visual art, artists, museums, and exhibitions.
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed to be present at public programs.
• Ability to represent the museum with a high level of integrity and professionalism, adhere to museum policies, maintain confidentiality, and support management decisions in a positive, professional manner.
To apply, please send a letter of interest and a CV via email to:
hr@aspenartmuseum.org
or mail to:
Aspen Art Museum
Attn: Karen Johnsen
590 North Mill Street
Aspen, CO 81611
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 8th
Curator of Collections Ketchikan, Alaska
City of Ketchikan Museums
Applications Contact Person: Michael Naab
Application Due Date: 2013/05/31
Salary Range: $ 46,670.64 - 61,014.36
Web Address: http://www.city.ketchikan.ak.us/
The City of Ketchikan, Alaska seeks a multi-talented individual to run the Collections Division of the Ketchikan Museums (Tongass Historical Museum and Totem Heritage Center.) A museum-related degree and at least three years museum collection management experience are required. Applicants should be excellent communicators, thoroughly organized, detail-oriented, computer-facile (database management, digitization), and be experienced in historical research. In addition to performing and overseeing collections-related tasks, the individual selected will supervise the Museum Registrar; participate in planning, constructing, and installing exhibits; develop and manage budgets; oversee facility management; and assist the public in accessing the Museums' resources.
The City of Ketchikan Museum Department (Ketchikan Museums) operates two museums with a shared staff of seven. The Tongass Historical Museum is a small community museum focused on the history, art, and industry of Ketchikan. The Totem Heritage Center preserves 19th century totem poles retrieved in the 1960s from outlying Alaska Native village sites, as well as conducting classes and workshops in the traditional arts of Southeast Alaska Natives. We are a small organization. Everyone on our staff wears many hats. It is not a place for ivory tower academics.
Ketchikan is a community of 13,500 located on an island in Southeast Alaska, accessible only by air (1.75 hours from Seattle) or Alaska State Ferry. The climate is mild, but rainy. Spectacular natural beauty, small town life, a vibrant arts scene, boating, fishing, and outdoor activities are among the reasons why people love to live here. The town is a major day port for cruise ships visiting Alaska; nearly a million cruise passengers call at Ketchikan from May through September each year.
Full job description and City of Ketchikan employment application (REQUIRED) are available here or Ketchikan City Hall, 334 Front Street. Direct inquiries and supplemental information to Michael Naab, Museum Director michaeln@city.ketchikan.ak.us. Deadline for applications, 5:00 PM, May 31, 2013.
$3,889.22 - $5,084.53 per month, DOE. Generous benefits. EOE/AA.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 7th
Administrative Assistant & Guest Relations Memphis, TN
Metal Museum
Applications Contact Person: Carissa Hussong
Application Due Date: 2013/05/10
Web Address: www.metalmuseum.org
Email: carissa@metalmuseum.org
Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 9:30 am - 5:00 pm and Sunday 11:30 am - 5:00 pm.
Additional hours may be required during events.
Purpose: To welcome guests to the Museum and assist the Executive Director with events, correspondence and other daily tasks.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
1. Visitor Services -greet visitors, answer phones, provide information about exhibitions, upcoming events, classes, commissions, repairs, rentals and directions
2. Museum Maintenance - ensure cleanliness and order before the museum opens each day. Includes washrooms, floors and entry carpet, glass and light bulbs.
3. Museum Store Assistance - assist in the Museum Store when Store Manager is not available. Maintain the online store with the Store Manager\'s guidance and assist in processing online sales.
4. Assist with website maintenance, creating and posting pages for each exhibition and events as needed, ensuring that the homepage is current.
5. Assist with the creation and management of email correspondence, including bi-weekly announcements, member specific announcements, and press releases
6. Assist with events - meal preparation, registration, volunteer planning, etc.
7. Assist with database management - pull queries, run reports, make journal entries (contacts & gifts) for events, membership and other correspondence
8. Organize and maintain cloud server and assist with information sharing
9. Conduct and compile visitor experience surveys.
10. Receive packages and check mail
11. Track and order museum supplies
12. Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor degree
Experience: Minimum 2 years experience in a Museum preferred.
Skills/Abilities: Familiar with Point of Sales software
Comfortable with computers and learning new programs
Outgoing personality
Able to follow directions
Willing to work as a team with the gift store manager
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 3rd
Digital Collections Librarian Harrisonburg, VA
James Madison University
Libraries & Educational Technologies
James Madison University (JMU) Libraries & Educational Technologies (L&ET) seeks a dynamic, creative, and service-oriented colleague to provide leadership, vision and oversight of JMU Libraries' digital collections. The Digital Collections Librarian will work closely with colleagues across L&ET to ensure that JMU Libraries' digital collections are fully integrated into the Libraries' collections and services. This position will serve as a member of a team of librarians and staff committed to effectively managing, accessing and preserving the Libraries' expanding digital collections, including serving as point person for outreach to faculty, staff and students in the implementation of a digital repository system.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Digital Collections Librarian manages JMU Libraries' locally created digital materials, taking a lead role in the creation, maintenance and stewardship of digital collections, including the digitization of special collections. This position provides strategies for effective management and preservation of library digital assets, informs conversations on scholarly communications and advises students and faculty on best practices for preserving scholarship and digital projects. The Digital Collections Librarian also collaborates with other units in L&ET to plan and implement systems related to digital collections, including repositories and digital asset management systems.
The successful candidate will establish priorities, manage projects, create workflows and identify digital collection development opportunities as informed by emerging trends and best practices in digital collection creation and management. Working within JMU Libraries' distributed digital collections environment, this position facilitates communication and workflows between staff across L&ET units working on digital projects and ensures internal and external stakeholders remain informed and engaged. This position is also responsible for investigating, planning and managing format conversions and migrations; promoting digital collections; seeking grant funding for digital initiatives and for modeling innovative and flexible solutions that meet the needs of JMU's communities of scholars and researchers. Responsible for a unit of 1 full-time employee and student assistants, reports to the Director of Collections.
Links to JobLink and the full position description can be found on the JMU Libraries employment information page at: http://www.lib.jmu.edu/employment/.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 3rd
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Guest Services Cashier Seattle
Pacific Science Center
Applications Contact Person: Renee Gervais
Email: rgervais@pacsci.org
Application Due Date: ASAP
Salary Range: $9.70/hour + Commissions
Web Address: www.pacificsciencecenter.org
Are you looking for something unique? Pacific Science Center offers a distinctive work experience with our one of a kind location consisting of 7 acres of science exploration and fun. While working our ticket booths you can expect to meet people from all walks of life, work with other staff who are passionate about what they do, and leave knowing that what you do is distinctly important. Cashiers start at $9.70/hour plus commissions.
We are looking for Guest Services Admissions Representatives to act as our "ambassadors" and support our mission of inspiring a lifelong interest in science, math, and technology in PSC guests by facilitating guest admissions using excellent customer service during the busy summer season. If you are friendly, trust-worthy, and most of all, reliable, then apply today!
To read a full description and to apply visit this site.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 1st
Associate Director, Special Collections Library Ann Arbor MI
University of Michigan
The University of Michigan Library is searching for an engaged and dynamic professional to provide leadership, coordination, and oversight for many of the day-to-day operations of the Special Collections Library, especially those centered on services for readers and management of collections. Reporting to the Director, Special Collections Library, the individual in this position will:
- Select, supervise, develop and evaluate assigned staff such as the Reader Services Coordinator, the Collection Services Coordinator, and as appropriate, other staff responsible for reading room services, retrieving and shelving collection material, scanning and photoduplication of collection material, and readying collection material for cataloging, shelving, and use. Establish and model performance expectations and standards to foster a positive, high-service, and innovative culture. Provide leadership for the training and motivation of staff in order to make full use of individual capabilities and to meet department goals.
- Collect, analyze, and communicate information to inform service policies, collection management decisions, priorities for processing, cataloging, and digitization, and space planning.
- Develop, document, implement, evaluate, and revise policies and procedures to ensure appropriate access to and effective stewardship of collection material.
- Identify, initiate, and/or administer special projects and other activities to improve access to and stewardship of collection material.
- Coordinate activities with staff in Technical Services, Digital Library Production Services, Preservation and Conservation, Document Delivery, and other Library units to accomplish programmatic priorities and project goals.
The individual in this position participates in planning, policy development, and priority setting for the Special Collections Library; may be asked to assume responsibility for developing, interpreting, and promoting Special Collections Library material in one or more subject areas; serves on Library, University, and other committees, task forces, etc., as needed and appropriate; and is expected to be active professionally.
Qualifications (Required)
- ALA-accredited Master's degree and three or more years of professional experience working with special collections, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a diverse, dynamic, team setting; to take initiative; and to exercise resourcefulness.
- Demonstrated commitment to outstanding and user-centered public service as well as experience directing work and projects in such an environment.
- Excellent organizational, time, and project management skills.
- Familiarity with trends, issues, standards, and best practices in the care and management of special collections.
- Capacity to thrive in an exciting, future-oriented environment and to respond with agility to changing needs and priorities.
To Apply:
Click here or go to http://umjobs.org/ and do a keyword search for [posting number] 81399.
Review of applications will begin May 22, 2013, and continue until the position is filled.
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted May 1st
Education Director Hays, KS
Sternberg museum of Natural History
Applications Contact Person: Dr. Reese Barrick
Application Due Date: 2013/06/01
Web Address: sternberg.fhsu.edu
Position Description: Full time 12-month, non-tenure track educator with specialization a following field: paleontology, zoology, botany, geology, ecology, environmental education, informal science education, museum studies or other related area of expertise.
Responsibilities: This position will require developing, planning, and coordinating educational programs for diverse audiences, including children, teachers, community groups, the public, and those with disabilities or special needs.
Qualifications: Qualifications include an earned Master's degree in informal science education, and/or a biological or geological discipline that relates to natural history. Other necessary qualifications include strong communication skills and the ability to interact with diverse constituents. Preferred qualifications include a Master of Science degree and teaching experience in formal and informal settings.
Starting Date: Negotiable
July1, 2013 to September 1, 2013
To Apply: Contact Dr. Reese Barrick, Director, Sternberg Museum of Natural History, 3000 Sternberg Drive, Hays, KS 67601. Phone: 1-877-332-1165. E-mail: rebarrick@fhsu.edu
Preference will be given to applications postmarked by June 1, 2013. Electronic applications are encouraged. Applications must include at minimum:
1. Letter of application
2. Curriculum vita
3. Photocopies of all post-secondary transcripts
4. Statement of professional interests
5. Names, addresses, and telephone numbers of four references
For more information go to: http://www.fhsu.edu/positions/
Notice of Non-discrimination - Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.
Please quote Global Museum Jobs in your application. Posted April 30th
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