http://www.museum-employment.com/index.htmlJobs Recently Posted on MERCencustomerservice@museum-employment.comCopyright 2010 Museum Employment Resource Center2012-05-16T22:49:09-06:00 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 Wed, 16 May 2012 22:49:27 -0600customerservice@museum-employment.comRSS of Most Recent Jobs2012-05-16T22:49:09-06:00http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-304http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-304Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
Bethel, New York, USA

Lois L. Lindauer Searches is proud to partner with Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in its search for a Chief Development Officer.  A cultural center that inspires creative expression and civic engagement to enrich the human spirit, Bethel Woods Center for the Arts is located in Bethel, NY, approximately 90 minutes from New York City, in beautiful Sullivan County in the Catskills.  The principal arts center venue is located at the site of the 1969 Woodstock festival on 800 acres of manicured grounds, and the offices are nearby in a well-appointed corporate setting with a beautiful natural surrounding and elegant meeting and conferences spaces.

The Chief Development Officer advances BWCA’s mission by securing support for operations and programs in order to generate greater social and cultural impact. The CDO leads the advancement team and guides planning and operations in development, development communications, membership, and corporate partnerships to build organizational capacity, outreach, and sustainability.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of ten years’ progressively responsible experience and success in advancement, preferably including significant experience in development at an arts organization.
 
To apply or to refer candidates, or for more information, please contact Ronald J. Schiller, Senior Vice President, Lois L. Lindauer Searches, at rschiller@LLLSearches.com.

Bethel Woods Center for the Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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This job posted by MERC from May 17 through August 16.



]]>customerservice@museum-employment.comRSS of Most Recent Jobs2012-05-16T11:56:21-06:00http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-303http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-303Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association (the Athenaeum)
Old town, Alexandira, Virginia, USA

The Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association (NVFAA) is looking for an Executive Director to lead us into a period of financial strength; to grow our visual and performing arts programs, and to oversee the preservation, maintenance and use of our beautiful, historic building, the Athenaeum, in Old Town Alexandria.

Job summary:
The Executive Director will work with the board of trustees on strategic matters, and have responsibility for fundraising and finances, growing the facility rental program, managing and strengthening the visual and performing arts programs, and ensuring the preservation and maintenance of the building, and general operations and administration.

Position Duties:

• Develop and execute fundraising and membership programs in order to not only fully fund all current and ongoing NVFAA operations, but to significantly increase financial resources to ensure the long-term health and success of the organization.
• Work with the board to develop and manage a balanced program of visual and performing arts and grow the audiences.
• Oversee the management of the building rental program.
• Employ a wide range of communications strategies and media to ensure the NVFAA and all NVFAA programs are promoted to potential audiences, donors and supporters.
• Manage paid staff and volunteers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Arts degree, minimum, required.  Advanced degree in museum studies, art, or historic preservation is valued.
• Demonstrated success in grant writing and management, fundraising, and partnership-building.
• Minimum five years work experience in an art or historic non-profit organization, with management responsibility for staff and finances preferred.

TO APPLY: Send letter and resume to nvfaa@nvfaa.org and indicate you are responding to the posting on the MERC website.

Visit www.nvfaa.org to learn more about the organization.

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This job posted by MERC from May 16 through August 15.



]]>customerservice@museum-employment.comRSS of Most Recent Jobs2012-05-14T22:00:30-06:00http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-302http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-302National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum
Fort Pierce, Florida, USA

The National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum is a non-profit organization in Fort Pierce, FL, which honors and preserves the history of U.S. elite warriors. The museum is seeking a dynamic, experienced Executive Director, with demonstrated results, to provide strategic leadership, establish long-range goals, and spearhead fundraising activities. The Executive Director oversees daily operations, conservation and exhibition efforts, public outreach, financial management, board and staff development. An ability to leverage relationships, successful fundraising, and grant administration are required. Candidates should submit a resume and cover letter before July 15, 2012 to:

Search Committee
National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum
3300 N. A1A
Ft. Pierce, FL 34949
772 595-5845
Email: NSMPERSONNEL@gmail.com
Submissions must include references and salary requirements.

Requirements:

• SEAL Team experience preferred
• Four –Year Degree from Recognized University
• Minimum 5 years advanced executive and managerial experience
• Strong communication skills—oral, public speaking, written, grant applications
• Non-profit experience is a plus

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Directly responsible for the implementation of the Strategic Plan as set forth by the Board of Directors.
• Develops and implements, with the Capital Finance Committee, a fundraising plan—including events, memberships, sponsorships, partnership, grant writing, and special campaigns.
• Provides leadership and management to ensure that the mission and core values of the organization are put into practice.
• Spearheads the development, communication and implementation of effective growth strategies and public outreach processes.
• Maintains relationships with every echelon of contact from board to staff member, from military to museum visitor.
• Represents the museum to federal, state, and local agencies and serves as primary spokesperson and point of contact.
• Manages hiring, training and evaluation of all staff and volunteers.

Core Competencies:

• Managing people and performance
• Leading and directing
• Managing and leveraging relationships
• Communication and presentations
• Strategic thinking
• Analyzing and deciding, problem solving
• Planning and organizing
• Executing for results
• Fostering innovation and change
• Achievement-oriented focus
• Adapting to change and stress
• Upholding standards of excellence

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This job posted by MERC from May 15 through July 15.



]]>customerservice@museum-employment.comRSS of Most Recent Jobs2012-05-10T21:44:36-06:00http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-301http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-301Watson-Brown Foundation
Thomson, Georgia, USA

The Watson-Brown Foundation seeks a professional to manage its history and environmental science education programs.  The Educator serves as the lead for all educational services at Hickory Hill and the Tom Watson Birthplace and is charged with developing and overseeing all educational programs in history and environmental science of the institution. The Educator works with teachers, children, students, and the general public, and devises and implements programs that relate both to special exhibitions, to the museum’s permanent collection, and to the Georgia Performance Standards.  

Job Responsibilities

• Provides direct educational programming to the public.
• Leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of all educational programs, including but not limited to School Programs, Outreach, and Summer Camps.
• Participates directly in the preparation and execution of special programs including Teacher Workshops, Group Tours, and others.
• Supervises all volunteers and interns, and serves as a trainer and mentor for any staff performing education work.
• Works with the historic livestock program, feeding and caring for the chicken and peafowl flocks, and the heirloom garden program.
• Assists in the development and administration of the Education Operating Budget.
• Participates in the recruitment, selection, and training of interns.
• Performs independent research to prepare historically and scientifically accurate programs.
• Properly manages the education collections and all spaces assigned to him/her.
• Assists with coordinating the activities of the Junior Board program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
The successful candidate will:

• Be a U.S. Citizen or possess a valid U.S. work visa and be presently residing in the United States.
• Possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in history, public history, museum studies, environmental science, education, anthropology, or other related field.
• Two years paid experience working as an educator, interpreter, or historian in a museum or historic site environment.
• Have previous paid work experience with children.
• Be able to pass a background check and drug test.
• Be physically able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, lead extended outdoor guided tours involving extensive walking and standing.
• Be able to lift up to thirty pounds without assistance.

About the Organization
Located in Thomson, Georgia, Hickory Hill is situated on 256 wooded and landscaped acres; the house and grounds interpret the life and political career of Senator Thomas E. Watson, Georgia’s foremost Populist statesman and trial attorney.  The site is owned and operated by the Watson-Brown Foundation, Inc.  The Watson-Brown Foundation is a Foundation dedicated to improving education in the American South by funding its schools and students, preserving its history, encouraging responsible scholarship, and promoting the memory and values of its spiritual founders. The Foundation owns and operates three historic house museums.  For more information about Hickory Hill access www.hickory-hill.org.  For more information about the Watson-Brown Foundation access www.watson-brown.org.

Salary & Work Schedule
$28,000-$32,000 (DOE) per year plus benefits
Full time, 40 hours per week, occasional weekends and evenings as required.

How To Apply
Applicants should submit a packet containing the following:

• the Hickory Hill employment application available at http://www.hickory-hill.org/news-events/news-feed/1-news/26-summer-museum-education-internship.html
• a 2-3 page  narrative elaborating on your qualifications for the position; this should include descriptions/samples of educational programs developed by you.
• a resume
• a cover letter

Submit applications to:
Ms.  Michelle Zupan
Curator
Hickory Hill
502 Hickory Hill Drive
Thomson, GA  30824
Email submissions are acceptable in Word or PDF format to mzupan@hickory-hill.org
Deadline June 30, 2012

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This job posted by MERC from May 11 through July 1.]]>customerservice@museum-employment.comRSS of Most Recent Jobs2012-04-30T19:14:21-06:00http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-300http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-300Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust
Chicago, Illinois, USA

Reports to: President/CEO
Classification: Exempt   -  Full time
Location: Chicago-Loop – The Rookery Building

The Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust is seeking a development professional with seven to ten years of successful work experience in the field of development including individual and corporate giving, membership or related fields with strong supervisory/management and communication experience. The director is responsible to effectively lead and efficiently manage the operations of a multi-functional department team accountable for fundraising goals in corporate giving, benefit events, annual giving, grant solicitation, membership, donor research and data base management.  Work with the President/CEO to sustain and grow unearned income.

The Preservation Trust operates at three historic sites in the Chicago area, the Rookery Building in the Chicago Loop, the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio in Oak Park,  the Frederick C. Robie House on the University of Chicago campus, providing daily opportunities to tour the interiors of each building and the historic neighborhoods surrounding them. In an effort to engage, educate and inspire the public through architecture, design & the legacy of Frank Lloyd Wright and to preserve our historic sites and collections, the Trust actively develops and delivers adult public programs and youth and family educational programs at our sites and throughout the Chicago metropolitan area.  In addition to visitation and events at the above mentioned sites, the Preservation Trust offers  for sale licensed merchandise through its museum shops and print and on-line catalog.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in business or arts management.
• Minimum 7 to 10 years of successful work experience in the field of development.
• Must have integrity; versatility; strong management, organization and communication skills; passion for the organization’s mission; ability to think analytically and strategically; high energy.
• Proven ability to build, motivate and manage an energetic development team creating successful fundraising outcomes and membership growth while maintaining efficiency
• Must be detail oriented and have the ability to manage numerous projects.
• Maintain a positive attitude and demeanor with the ability to engage and interact as a team player with all organizational staff.
• Experience and high degree of proficiency using Blackbaud data management systems or equivalents.
• Proficient with other Microsoft and Apple software.

ENVIRONMENT:
The development department offices are located with other administrative offices in the Rookery building, a downtown historic building in the Chicago Loop. Oak Park and Hyde Park Preservation Trust sites are located in multi-level work areas not accessible to the mobility impaired.  Position requires frequent and regular computer and phone use as well as travel to all Trust sites and other off-site locations.  Workplace is a smoke- and drug-free environment.  Equal opportunity employer

To apply for this position, please send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to apply@gowright.org. Application process closes May 31, 2012.    

NO PHONE CALLS WILL BE ACCEPTED

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This job posted by MERC from May 1 through May 31.]]>customerservice@museum-employment.comRSS of Most Recent Jobs2012-04-30T10:04:13-06:00http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-299http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-299Kitsap County Historical Society
Bremerton, Washington, USA

The Kitsap County Historical Society seeks an Executive Director to lead this Pacific Northwest museum with a goal of continuing the organization on its current trajectory of growth and service to the community. Key areas of responsibility are fundraising and revenue generation, program development with adherence to high standards of museum practices, and administrative oversight.

Position Summary:
The Executive Director has the primary responsibility for managing the Museum's day-to-day operations, leading the Museum's development and fundraising activities, directing staff, consultants and volunteers, and serving as the primary spokesperson for the Museum.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and implement fundraising goals in partnership with the Board and staff.
• Assist with identification and cultivation of individual, foundation, and corporate donors.
• Research and write grant proposals, annual solicitations and other fundraising initiatives.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with donors, potential donors, volunteers and community organizations.
• Maintain the Museum's financial well being by working with the Board of Trustees and staff.
• Assure the quality, effectiveness and impact of the Kitsap County Historical Society Museum's activities and exhibits.
• Ensure through effective supervision that day-to-day operations programs, exhibits and other activities are professionally and efficiently organized and administered.
• Represent the programs and point of view of the Museum to agencies, organizations and the general public.
• Maintain the Museum policies as they pertain to the Society's mission.
• Recommend policies to the Board and implement those that are approved.
• Report to the Board of Trustees through the Board's President.
• Oversee the Museum's communication tools, including its website and newsletter.
• Supervise the publication of The Historian, the Society's quarterly newsletter.
• Ensure the Museum's financial stability. Demonstrate fiduciary responsibility with sound financial policies and controls in place.
• Invoice and submit any progress reports required by grant funders.
• Secure in-kind donations.
• Develop opportunities to raise the Museum's profile in the community.
• Be responsible for the recruitment, training, and release of all personnel, including paid staff, volunteers, and interns.
• Ensure that job descriptions are developed, that regular performance evaluations are held, and that sound human resource practices are in place.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Museum Studies, History, or related subject.
• Strong development and fundraising expertise
• "People skills": Respect for others; the ability to listen and to exercise discretion; openness to discussion; self-confidence; ability to work well with and motivate different personalities and different work styles. Outgoing, open, trustworthy, and straightforward. Ability to delegate and prioritize multiple activities and responsibilities. A sense of humor to maintain balance and perspective.
• Ability to build positive relationships with the diverse communities of Kitsap County.

Preferred Background and Skills:

• Master's Degree in Museology, History or related subject.
• Museum knowledge or experience, or training such as a Certificate in Museum Studies.
• Business management knowledge or experience.

To apply:
Please send cover letter and resume/CV including three professional references to info@kitsaphistory.org.
Salary depends upon experience

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This job posted by MERC from April 30 through July 30.]]>customerservice@museum-employment.comRSS of Most Recent Jobs2012-04-30T09:54:59-06:00http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-298http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-298Art & History Museums--Maitland
Maitland, Florida, USA

Please e-mail Cover letter and Resume to: info@artandhistory.org and address it to Andrea Bailey Cox.

Curator of Art and History
Full Time, Exempt

The Art & History Museums – Maitland (A&H) is seeking an experienced museum professional to fill the Curator of Art and History position. The A&H operates the Maitland Art Center (listed on the National Register of Historic Places), the Waterhouse Residence Museum (listed on the national Register of historic places), the Carpentry Shop Museum, the Telephone Museum, and the Maitland Historical Museum. From professional artists working in their studios to hands on 19th century woodworking, the A&H museums offer unparalleled opportunities for enrichment and inspiration. Programming includes art classes and workshops, hands-on history programs, interactive exhibits, and special events.

The Curator of Art and History is responsible for all aspects of the collections from exhibits to preservation to acquisition. Art collection highlights include work by Art Center founder and visionary artist and architect Jules André Smith, Bok Fellows including Milton Avery and Ralston Crawford, and contemporary Florida artists.  History collection highlights include an extensive telephony collection, Victorian home furnishings, antique tools, and a local history collection.

The successful applicant will be passionate about art and history and be interested in exploring interdisciplinary approaches; have knowledge of best practices as set forth by the American Association of Museums; have knowledge of historic preservation standards; have the ability to network and build relationships with artists, historians, and other museums; be familiar with research tools and methodologies; and be a team player. Some nights and weekends hours are to be expected. The duties related to this position include but are not limited to:

Collections:

• Oversee collections including preservation, acquisition, accession, original cataloguing, security, and environmental monitoring
• Supervise part-time Assistant Curator
• Follow professional standards as well as A&H guidelines. Collections include fine art, artifacts, and ephemera as well as historic properties and grounds
• Facilitate use of the collection by researchers

Exhibits:

• Plan, research, and coordinate installation of changing, permanent, and traveling art and history exhibits.

Education:

• Educate and train staff regarding changing exhibits. Work with the Director of Education to include collections in education programs and interactive opportunities in exhibits.

Publications:

• Research and writing of publications relating to A&H’s mission, exhibits, and collections.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree required in art, history, or museum studies required.
• Advanced Degree (or equivalent experience) preferred.
• Minimum of three years experience in exhibits and collection preservation, acquisition, and management
• Experience in both fine art and history preferred
• Experience in historic building preservation preferred
• Must be able to lift 45 lbs.

Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits package available.

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This job posted by MERC from April 30 through July 30.]]>customerservice@museum-employment.comRSS of Most Recent Jobs2012-04-26T21:55:52-06:00http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-297http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-297E. Stanley Wright Museum, Inc.
Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, USA

The Wright Museum (www.wrightmuseum.org) seeks a full-time Executive Director to advance the museum through successful fundraising and development, and to oversee the day-to-day operations.

The Wright Museum is located in Wolfeboro, NH and is the only museum in the US featuring authentic displays of World War II Home Front America between the years 1939 and 1945.  The Wright Museum is a member of both AAM and NEMA and is a community based, non-profit museum with a full time staff of 3 employees and over 50 volunteer employees.

The Executive Director will represent the Museum with donors, members, volunteers, and the community at large.  The ideal candidate will have a proven record managing and growing the funding base for a non-profit organization, and have skills in marketing.  Experience with museum management is desired. This is a challenging position for a creative person who wants to direct an expanding museum involved in historic preservation, artifact acquisition and community outreach.

This unique museum is located in the beautiful lakes region of New Hampshire, a region known for its cultural and educational resources.  Salary will be between 55K and 67K based on performance.  Please email a letter of application, a resume, four written recommendations and information about your recent compensation history to Dudley Hare at hareconsult@gmail.com.
 
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This job posted by MERC from April 27 through July 27.]]>customerservice@museum-employment.comRSS of Most Recent Jobs2012-04-26T21:52:06-06:00http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-296http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-296Mystic Seaport
Mystic, Connecticut, USA

Education Programs Specialist: will process reservations for education department programs, and serve as the primary initial contact for teachers and parents.  This position will work closely with Education Department staff to provide the highest quality customer service for teachers and parents. Outstanding customer service skills and  exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail are essential. Knowledge of Filemaker and Imis database programs is helpful. Submit a cover letter, three references, resume, and Museum application before May 26, 2012, to Mystic Seaport Museum, P. O. Box 6000, Mystic, CT 06355; Attn: Human Resources; or email to human.resources@mysticseaport.org.  For an application or information visit our website www.mysticseaport.org/employment.

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This job posted by MERC from April 27 through May 26.]]>customerservice@museum-employment.comRSS of Most Recent Jobs2012-04-24T10:35:02-06:00http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-294http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-294Sangre De Cristo Arts Center
Pueblo, Colorado, USA

CURATOR OF VISUAL ARTS AT THE SANGRE DE CRISTO ARTS CENTER: Full-Time in Pueblo, CO. Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in a visual arts related field. Master’s Degree preferred. Must have previous curatorial related experience including but not limited to aspects in gallery/collection management and exhibition design, the operation of audio-visual components, and the use of hand and power tools. Management experience is a plus. The Curator of Visual Arts should possess good oral and written communication and research skills, as well as the ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with supervisors, co-workers, artists and the public.
 
The Curator of Visual Arts is responsible for overseeing the management and growth of the Arts Center’s permanent art collections and for organizing art exhibitions. This position reports to the Executive Director.

Send resumes and references to Kathy Berg at 210 N Santa Fe Ave., Pueblo, CO 81003 or email to kathy@sdc-arts.org by Friday, May 11, 2012. Visit sangredecristoarts.org for more information about the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center. EOE-AA.

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This job posted by MERC from April 24 through May 12.]]>customerservice@museum-employment.comRSS of Most Recent Jobs2012-04-19T20:19:29-06:00http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-293http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-293Hammer Museum
Los Angeles, California, USA

The Development Events Coordinator is responsible for the design, coordination, and implementation of all off-site cultivation and stewardship events for Museum donors, as directed by the Deputy Director, Advancement, and Assistant Director, Individual Giving. Additionally, the Development Events Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and logistics of select internal Museum events such as board meetings and donor receptions. The coordinator will work with the Senior Manager, Events and Assistant Director, Individual Giving on two annual fundraising events: Gala in the Garden and K.A.M.P. (kids art museum project) and may be asked to assist with an annual membership dinner. Other responsibilities include: managing gift acknowledgements/receipts; monitoring budgets/expenses; and preparing mailings and invitation lists.  

TYPE OF SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Under the general supervision of the Assistant Director, Individual Giving and in consultation with the Senior Manager, Events, Deputy Director, Advancement, the Development Events Coordinator independently sets priorities and completes tasks and special projects, with periodic in-progress reviews of work as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Working knowledge of the principles and practices of development and fundraising, and demonstrated experience conceptualizing, planning, and implementing special events and programs for diverse constituencies. Minimum of 3 years related experience required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, University administrators, donors, vendors, and volunteers in a multi-ethnic and diverse working environment. Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically, and to explain policies and procedures to groups and individuals. Ability to represent ideas clearly, succinctly and persuasively to groups and individuals. Skill in interacting diplomatically with the public in a museum setting.
• Excellent written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to conceive and produce business correspondence, solicitation materials, letters of acknowledgement, invitations, and proposals to individuals, and corporations.
• Demonstrated excellent oral communication skills to solicit potential donors and to collect and relate information with accuracy and diplomacy.
• Skill in analyzing information to define problems and objectives. Skill in organizing material, information, and people to optimize efficiency and to minimize duplication of effort.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong ability to set priorities and manage work flow to fulfill objectives and goals according to deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
• Basic understanding of the goals and objectives of a museum development/annual giving program within a major research university. Ability to grasp and integrate into practice university gift policy and management procedures.
• Ability to work frequent evening and weekend hours.
• Proven skill in budget preparation and management, and cost control.
• Proven skill and experience using a PC and Microsoft Office Suite to execute daily tasks, and effectively communicate with staff, including but not limited to optimizing all aspects of Microsoft Outlook and using Excel to manage, organize, analyze, and calculate financial information and numbers.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with art history, topical issues in humanities and trends in cultural programming within public arts institutions preferred.

CONTACT
Send resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to hr@hammer.ucla.edu. Please reference Job “201203” in subject line.

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This job posted by MERC from April 20 through July 20.]]>customerservice@museum-employment.comRSS of Most Recent Jobs2012-04-17T12:18:15-06:00http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-291http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-291Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Do you have the talents and desire to oversee a project that will positively impact the lives of thousands of people?  If so, the Federal Reserve has an exciting and unique opportunity for a dynamic, experienced professional who will help lead the design, development and operation of a Visitor Center. Coming out of the financial crisis, Americans are thirsting to be better informed about the economy--how it works and how they can make better financial decisions.  The St. Louis Fed's Visitor Center will deliver a highly interactive learning experience for adults and youth that deepens their understanding of the economy and empowers them with financial education. No fundraising will be required to operate the Center.

The Director will provide vision, strategic direction and leadership to ensure that all programs and services successfully align with the organizational mission.  In addition, the Director will participate in, and help direct the planning, development, management and implementation of programs and initiatives related to the construction and ongoing operation the Center.  Project success will depend on the ability of the Director to effectively collaborate with many Bank business areas in the development, construction and operation of the Center.

This position will report to the Assistant Vice President for External Relations and Government Affairs in the Public Affairs division.  This position will receive support for budgeting, communications, planning and management from Public Affairs.

To Apply:  All qualified applicants please apply on-line at: http://careers.stlouisfed.org  Req 226446

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Development and Construction.
• Leads the team responsible for the project strategy and planning/design of the Center.
• Delivers the project on time, on budget and on strategy.
• Coordinates with external consultant(s) and internal business partners to jointly develop and manage the design, timeline and budget for the successful completion of the Center.
• Collaborates with the Bank’s Economic Education and Research staff and external experts to develop content and initiates ongoing collaboration among other key internal business areas.
• Creates strategy to test exhibit and content ideas with external focus groups.
• Develops the marketing and communications plan needed to build significant public awareness, interest and attendance in the Center.
• Creates a strategy and training program to attract and prepare Bank employees to be a part of the Center’s docent program.
• Assists Bank Facilities staff with the installation and testing of the Center’s exhibits.
• Provides periodic updates to Bank’s senior management on the Center’s development, budget and timeline.
• Management and Operation.
• Oversees the day to day management of the Center’s operation.
• Creates relationships with internal business partners and external vendors to support a dynamic, engaging and informative Center.
• Stays current on effective informal learning and presentation techniques and works to implement new experiences in the Center to grow new and repeat attendance and further engage visitors.
• Creates evaluation criteria for the Center’s docent program to determine program’s effectiveness, employee participations rates and the quality and extent of interaction with the visiting public.
• Acts as Center spokesperson among visitors, public audiences and professional colleagues.
• Evaluates attendance against projections and recalibrates marketing plans as necessary to deliver expected attendance.
• Evaluates visitor satisfaction and the learning impact though surveys and assessments, and makes timely, appropriate recommendations on needed changes to ensure that the Center is delivering a highly satisfying, memorable and informative learning experience.
• Maintains knowledge of museum and visitor trends, professional knowledge and museum practices , and makes timely recommendations, as needed, to keep the center relevant to its target audiences.
• Builds and maintains knowledge of economic issues, and information and research produced by Economic Education staff, to ensure the Center’s exhibit information remains current.
• Develops a long-term strategy to ensure the Center’s continued relevance to all audiences.
• Explores joint projects with Fed System colleagues and external professional contacts to provide cost effective programs and content that can reach a greater audience.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• Undergraduate or Master's degree in museum studies, education, economics or related field; Masters degree preferred.
• Knowledge of economics preferred.
• Three years proven expertise in managing the operations of an interactive visitor center, a museum or other visitor attraction where learning through interactive components is a key component.
• Experience in management in museum marketing, public relations, or education preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with museum management best practices including planning, organizing, and assessments.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of the best practices in using interactive and multi-media exhibits to enhance visitor learning.
• Strong project management skills and experience managing large, complex interactive, capital projects.
• Team player with demonstrated ability to forge and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience organizing, training and motivating a corps of volunteers who are passionate about their cause, highly professional in their volunteer activities and re-enlist repeatedly.
• Proven track record of meeting goals while staying within budget.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

http://careers.stlouisfed.org  Req 226446

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This job posted by MERC from April 17 through July 17.]]>customerservice@museum-employment.comRSS of Most Recent Jobs2012-04-12T21:56:33-06:00http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-289http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-289The New York Botanical Garden
Bronx, New York, USA

The New York Botanical Garden, a National Historic Landmark and one of NYC’s premier cultural institutions, seeks candidates to join their Visitor Services Department as Seasonal Attendants and Seasonal Tram Drivers.  The New York Botanical Garden is a museum of plants, an educational institution, and a scientific research organization.  It is the largest in any city in the United States spanning 250 acres of landscape, 50 curated display gardens, and array of programs, exhibitions, and activities.  The Garden also houses the most important botanical and horticultural library in the world.  

Seasonal Attendants

Summary of Responsibilities:

Seasonal Attendants greet and serve visitors to provide the best possible visitor experience. Seasonal Attendants sell admissions, parking tickets, encourage and sell memberships, and guide visitors to locations of interest through the Garden in a friendly and professional manner.

• Attain knowledge of ticket types for all Garden activities.
• Become familiar in admissions apparatus and policies.
• Encourage and carry out membership sales transactions.
• Inform visitors about all attractions and exhibits.
• Conduct all transactions in accordance with policies and procedures set forth by the Visitor Services Department and The New York Botanical Garden.
• Perform other duties as specified and needed by department management.

Requirements:

• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions, to be outdoors, and to sit and/or stand for long periods.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Must be available to work weekends and weekdays.
• Ability to carry 25 lbs.
• Previous customer service experience desired.

Rate of pay is $8/hr.  

Seasonal Tram Drivers

Summary of Responsibilities:

Seasonal Tram Drivers operate Tram vehicles in a safe and professional manner as outlined in the Tram Driver Training Manual with emphasis on customer service and vehicular safety.  The Seasonal Tram Drivers provide narration for the tour of the Garden grounds, collections, and exhibits, when necessary.

• Maintenance of vehicle including fueling and cleaning.
• Safely transport passengers through the Garden grounds while providing narrative explanation.
• Observance of all institutional and departmental policies and protocols.
• Conduct all transactions in accordance with policies and procedures set forth by the Visitor Services Department.
• Other duties as needed.

Requirements:

• Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License.
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions and to be outdoors.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Must be available to work weekends and weekdays.
• Previous customer service experience desired.

Rate of pay is $12/hr.  

To Apply:

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter describing their interest in the position and a resume to HR2@NYBG.ORG (please use MS Word format) or visit our website at WWW.NYBG.ORG and click on About, then Employment.  Please indicate Seasonal Attendant, VE-0273 and/or Seasonal Tram Driver, VE-0274 on all submitted documents.  

The New York Botanical Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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This job posted by MERC from April 13 through July 13.]]>customerservice@museum-employment.comRSS of Most Recent Jobs2012-04-12T21:50:51-06:00http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-288http://www.museum-employment.com/page4/rwnewjobs.html#unique-entry-id-288Museum of the Aleutians
Unalaska, Alaska, USA

40 hours/week

REPORTS TO: Director

MONITORS: Museum interns and volunteers

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops, implements, supervises, and evaluates the Museum's educational programs

GOALS:
1. To promote awareness and understanding of the cultural and natural history of the Aleutian Islands region and to interpret, through use of collection and traveling exhibit materials, the stories they tell.

2. To expand the community outreach programs for audiences of all ages.

DUTIES:
1. Work within existing Museum framework and procedures.

2. Plans educational programs with the goal of enhancing public, student and life-long learner access to an understanding and interpretation of the collections, resources, and mission of the Museum. Programs and activities may encompass:

• Interpretive tours to the public;
• School tours and outreach within the community;
• Educational exhibitions, including remote video projects;
• Summer programs and internships;
• Printed educational materials such as self-guides and curriculum-based products;
• Development and coordination of the annual lecture series in conjunction with the Museum exhibition schedule;
• Docent training program;
• Special educational events, programs, demonstrations, and Family Free Days;
• Museum membership newsletter;
• Tracking and reports of education programs statistics.

3. Assists in the solicitation and procurement of funds for education programs.

4. Cooperates with Museum partners and collaborators in the development and delivery of cooperative educational programs.

5. Works with other core staff to accomplish the mission of the Museum.

6. Implements the Museum membership program.

7. Assists with development of exhibits and programming in collaboration with the Director and Collections Manager.

8. Maintains the museum office as an effective administrative support and communication center.

9. Assists the Museum Director in preparation for Board meetings, the Museum annual plan and other administrative functions.

10. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelors degree required, advanced degree preferred, in education, an area of the Museum's specialization, or museum studies with a concentration in museum education or public programming.

Work Experience: Minimum 2 years in a museum education department or other educational institution.

Skills/Abilities:

1. Ability to devise and carry out education programs including knowledge of museum education techniques, resources, and label writing;
2. Knowledge of the learning characteristics of museum audiences;
3. Skills in oral and written communication techniques appropriate to a broad range of educational levels and objectives;
4. Knowledge of the objectives, curricula, and operation of local area school systems and other educational institutions;
5. Knowledge of the Museum's collections; strong grant writing skills;
6. Ability to work effectively with the public and be responsive to changing needs of the community;
7. Experience in supervising staff and volunteers;
8. Ability to work as a collaborative team member.

Please send resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to:
Zoya Johnson
Director
Museum of the Aleutians
P.O. Box 648
Unalaska, AK 99685

or email to: zjohnson@akwisp.com

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