Collections Curator

The Collections Curator will be responsible for management of the ACM collections artifacts & archives. This person will collaborate with the exhibit committee in the development, installation and interpretation of our temporary exhibits and supervise maintenance of our permanent exhibit (A Rural Way of Life).


1959 Benefits Specialist

JOB TITLE: Benefits Specialist

LOCATION: History Center – 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102

COMPENSATION: $57,366.40 annual minimum

STATUS & HOURS: Full-time, regular (approximately 2,080 annual hours) position.

BENEFITS: Eligible to participate in State Employee Group Insurance Program and a retirement program with employer contribution. Generous vacation and sick time accruals with additional paid holidays.

DESIGNATION: Bargaining Unit AFSCME Local 3173

POSTING DATE: October 4, 2024

DEADLINE DATE: Open Until Filled

TO APPLY: Interested applicants must apply online at the Minnesota Historical Society’s career center at www.mnhs.org/jobs and include a resume and cover letter by the application deadline date.

DESCRIPTION: This position provides professional support for MNHS benefit initiatives including managing the day-to-day administration of our health insurance program, retirement programs, and other benefit programs. MNHS currently participates in the State Employee Group Insurance Program (“SEGIP”). This position also provides professional guidance and support to other human resources employees for the effective design, delivery and maintenance of key department systems and processes.

SUMMARY OF WORK: 1) Process and coordinate the administration of the insurance and wellness programs; 2) Administer the MNHS leave of absence programs; 3) Administer the MNHS workers’ compensation program; 4) Administer the MNHS retirement program; 5) Coordinate the Annual Minnesota Combined Charities event and process pledges; 6) Participate in professional organizations and professional development as requested; 7) Develop positive working relationships with both internal and external constituents so that excellent customer service is provided; and 8) Work collaboratively with the People and Culture team to provide support and back-up for achieving department goals and objectives and to ensure the needs of MNHS staff and external customers are met.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

● Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

● Five years of experience in a human resources department or equivalent.

● Demonstrated ability to learn and administer employee benefits programs.

DEMONSTRATED SKILLS IN OR KNOWLEDGE OF:

● Applying benefit laws, policies, and best practices.

● Using, implementing, and training others on benefit applications, software and procedures.

● Performing accounting/reconciliations of benefit accounts.

● Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets skills, and other Microsoft Office applications.

● Communicating, both orally and written, including preparing and delivering reports and presentations.

● Technology skills necessary to develop quality project, report, and program documentation.

● Thinking imaginatively and problem solving.

● Customer service and interpersonal communications skills sufficient to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

● Multitasking, working effectively under pressure to meet deadlines, prioritizing and adapting to changing priorities.

● Working independently and taking individual initiative while also being able to collaborate effectively and contribute positively in a team environment.

● Strong analytical and organizational skills with a demonstrated results orientation.

● Gathering data, analyzing, and organizing information into action plans.

● The practice, methods and techniques of process improvement.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

● Experience in a non-profit or public sector human resources environment

● Knowledge of the SEGIP and State of Minnesota retirement programs

● Experience with third party benefit administration.

● Experience in HRIS systems.

Should you have questions with the application process, email humanresources@mnhs.org.

At MNHS, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on diversity for the benefit of our employees, our products and services, and our community. The Minnesota Historical Society believes that an inclusive culture among our team members is critical to our success as a historical society and museum, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Minnesota Historical Society is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and employer.


1956 Facilities Maintenance Technician, Historic Fort Snelling

JOB TITLE: Facilities Maintenance Technician, Historic Fort Snelling

LOCATION: Historic Fort Snelling, 200 Tower Ave, St Paul, MN 55111

COMPENSATION: $22.28 hourly minimum

STATUS & HOURS: Full-time, regular (approximately 2,080 annual hours) position.

BENEFITS: Eligible to participate in State Employee Group Insurance Program and a retirement program with employer contribution. Generous vacation and sick time accruals with additional paid holidays.

DESIGNATION: Bargaining Unit AFSCME Local 3173

POSTING DATE: October 3, 2024

DEADLINE DATE: October 17, 2024

TO APPLY: Interested applicants must apply online at the Minnesota Historical Society’s career center at www.mnhs.org/jobs and include a resume and cover letter by the application deadline date.

DESCRIPTION: This position exists to conduct and/or oversee maintenance and repairs at Historic Fort Snelling, including the buildings, equipment, grounds, hardware, mechanical, and safety and security systems.

SUMMARY OF WORK: 1) Maintain and perform repairs on all site buildings, equipment, hardware, and mechanical systems to keep items in proper working order; 2) Maintain and repair grounds, pathways, and trails at the historic site; 3) Perform and manage general custodial and event tasks; 4) Oversee site safety, preservation, and monitoring issues; 5) Coordinate vendors or other MNHS staff charged with working at the site; 6) Coordinate, schedule, and perform routine maintenance and repair of site tools and modern equipment so all are in proper and safe working order; and 7) Assist in routine maintenance and repair of program-related equipment and hardware.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

● High school diploma or equivalent.

● Experience in facilities maintenance and repair.

● Ability to lift 75 pounds rarely, 50 pounds occasionally, and 30 pounds regularly.

● Ability to stand for extended periods of time, to walk long distances regularly, and to perform exterior duties in all Minnesota climate extremes.

● Ability and willingness to climb ladders and enter enclosed spaces.

● Ability to occasionally work 10-hour days, and to infrequently respond to security or fire alarms at all hours.

● Ability, flexibility and willingness to work a varied schedule including weekends and holidays.

● Ability to readily and easily commute to and from various and multiple work locations throughout the Metro Area.

● Valid driver’s license.

DEMONSTRATED SKILLS IN:

● Possession of a Minnesota Boilers License-Special Class Engineer, or the willingness and ability to acquire the license within six (6) months.

● Operating a wide variety of hand and power tools, including scaffolding and rigging equipment.

● Performing carpentry, mechanical, painting, plumbing, and security repairs.

● Performing groundskeeping, snow removal, de-icing, and general horticultural practices and care.

● Demonstrated ability in historic and modern methods and practices of carpentry tasks.

● Demonstrated ability to take initiative, to work independently, and to be self-motivated.

● Demonstrated ability to repair and maintain historic and modern building structures, furniture, fixtures, and equipment.

● Working independently and taking individual initiative while also being able to collaborate effectively and contribute positively in a team environment.

● Multitasking, working effectively under pressure to meet deadlines, prioritizing and adapting to changing priorities.

● Communicating, both orally and written, including giving work direction, preparing and delivering reports.

● Computer skills necessary to develop quality documentation.

● Thinking imaginatively and problem solving.

● Customer service and interpersonal communications skills sufficient to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

● Methods and practices of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and painting tasks.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

● Possession of a Minnesota Boiler’s license – Second Class C Engineer.

● Experience repairing and maintaining historic and modern building structures, furniture, fixtures, and equipment.

● Experience operating and maintaining commercial security and fire alarm systems.

● Experience working at a museum, historic site, or comparable setting.

● Experience working with historic properties listed on the National Register of Historic Properties.

● Knowledge of historic and modern building components, related mechanical systems, construction methods, architectural and engineering principles.

● Knowledge of the Secretary of Interior’s Standards for the Preservation, Rehabilitation, Restoration and Reconstruction of Historic Properties.

● Master Carpenter or Master Craftsman certification.

Should you have questions with the application process, email humanresources@mnhs.org.

At MNHS, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on diversity for the benefit of our employees, our products and services, and our community. The Minnesota Historical Society believes that an inclusive culture among our team members is critical to our success as a historical society and museum, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Minnesota Historical Society is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and employer.


1957 Events & Support Services Manager

JOB TITLE: Events & Support Services Manager

LOCATION: History Center – 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102

COMPENSATION: $58,560 annual minimum

STATUS & HOURS: Full-time, regular (approximately 2,080 annual hours) position. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed to support events and parking operations.

BENEFITS: Eligible to participate in State Employee Group Insurance Program and a retirement program with employer contribution. Generous vacation and sick time accruals with additional paid holidays.

DESIGNATION: Supervisory

POSTING DATE: October 3, 2024

DEADLINE DATE: Open Until Filled – Priority will be given to applications received before October 18, 2024.

TO APPLY: Interested applicants must apply online at the Minnesota Historical Society’s career center at www.mnhs.org/jobs and include a resume and cover letter by the application deadline date.

DESCRIPTION: This position exists to oversee the Minnesota History Center (MHC) event rental and parking program, providing the highest quality customer-experience while supporting mission-facing and revenue opportunities for the Minnesota Historical Society (MNHS). This includes coordinating the MHC building schedule for private events and staff use of public spaces, as well as managing equipment rental and repairs. The Events & Support Services Manager oversees parking operations at both the Minnesota History Center and 328 Kellogg Blvd, including cash controls, overflow parking, customer service, coordinating parking with events; and related work. Additionally, this role is responsible for hiring, supervising, training, scheduling, and evaluating performance of events and support services staff.

SUMMARY OF WORK: 1) Lead the Minnesota History Center’s event & rental program; 2) Oversee the services and functions of MNHS parking operations; and 3) Provide direction and supervision to Events & Support Services staff, interns, and volunteers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

● Bachelor’s degree in business administration, event management, hospitality, communications, or a related field or equivalent experience.

● Five years experience overseeing event planning, facility operations, or hospitality services.

● Experience supervising staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluating performance.

● Excellent customer service skills.

● Experience resolving customer concerns and managing relationships in an event or service-oriented industry.

● Ability to manage and monitor budgets related to event rentals and parking operations.

● Experience coordinating events and managing event logistics, vendor relations, and scheduling

across multiple spaces.

● Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion in service delivery and operations.

● Demonstrated ability to work independently and take individual initiative while also being able to collaborate effectively and positively contribute in a team environment.

● Demonstrated ability to think imaginatively and problem solve.

● Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with internal staff, clients, and vendors.

● Ability to train others in use of computer programs and in customer service practices.

● Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Google applications, Word, Outlook, and Excel.

● Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed to support events and parking operations.

● Valid driver’s license.

● Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

● Familiarity with ADA requirements and best practices in accessibility for audiences with diverse physical and cognitive needs.

Should you have questions with the application process, email humanresources@mnhs.org.

At MNHS, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on diversity for the benefit of our employees, our products and services, and our community. The Minnesota Historical Society believes that an inclusive culture among our team members is critical to our success as a historical society and museum, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Minnesota Historical Society is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and employer.


1953 Event & Support Services, Lead

JOB TITLE: Event & Support Services, Lead

LOCATION: History Center – 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102

COMPENSATION: $22.54 hourly minimum

STATUS & HOURS: Full-time, temporary (approximately 40 weekly hours) position through December 30, 2024.

BENEFITS: Generous vacation and sick time accruals.

DESIGNATION: Temporary

POSTING DATE: October 2, 2024

DEADLINE DATE: Open Until Filled – Priority will be given to applications received before October 18, 2024.

TO APPLY: Interested applicants must apply online at the Minnesota Historical Society’s career center at www.mnhs.org/jobs and include a resume and cover letter by the application deadline date.

DESCRIPTION: This position exists to assist with the planning, organization, and execution of facility rentals and events at the Minnesota History Center.

SUMMARY OF WORK: 1) Carry out History Center facility rentals and events; 2) Coordinate event planning and communications; 3) Work with MNHS staff on MNHS events/programs and hosted events on their needs; 4) Act as a point of contact for vendors; 5) Market the History Center as a rental property to various outside agencies, publications, and websites; and 6) Maintain the inventory of furniture, supplies, audio visual equipment for events.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

● Two years of full-time professional experience or equivalent specialized training in event operations, program and event planning, or business administration.

● Experience providing direction for staff or volunteers.

● Demonstrated positive customer service skills.

● Demonstrated ability to work with diverse audiences of varying cultural backgrounds, ages, and abilities in a customer service environment.

● Demonstrated ability to think imaginatively and problem solve.

● Experience respectfully assisting customers through complaints and difficult situations.

● Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

● Demonstrated ability to multitask, work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines, prioritize and adapt to changing priorities.

● Demonstrated ability to work independently and take individual initiative while also being able to collaborate effectively and contribute positively in a team environment.

● Must be able to work nonstandard hours including evenings and weekends.

● Ability to stand for extended periods of time.

● Ability to bend, crouch, kneel, reach, push, and pull.

● Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

● Associate degree in business administration, marketing, hospitality, or related field.

● Experience creating and maintaining Google Sites.

● Strong computer skills including intermediate or higher skill level with Microsoft Office software.

● Experience using Artifax scheduling software.

● Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team while independently carrying out institutional objectives.

● Experience with Audio-Visual equipment.

Should you have questions with the application process, email humanresources@mnhs.org.

At MNHS, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on diversity for the benefit of our employees, our products and services, and our community. The Minnesota Historical Society believes that an inclusive culture among our team members is critical to our success as a historical society and museum, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Minnesota Historical Society is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and employer.


1954 Program Facilitator I, Mille Lacs Indian Museum & Trading Post

JOB TITLE: Program Facilitator I, Mille Lacs Indian Museum & Trading Post

LOCATION: Mille Lacs Indian Museum & Trading Post, 43411 Oodena Drive, Onamia MN 56359

COMPENSATION: $19.10 hourly minimum

STATUS & HOURS: Part-time, regular (approximately 520 annual hours) position.

BENEFITS: Eligible to participate in a retirement program with employer contribution. Generous vacation and sick time accruals.

DESIGNATION: Bargaining Unit AFSCME Local 3173

POSTING DATE: October 2, 2024

DEADLINE DATE: Open Until Filled

TO APPLY: Interested applicants must apply online at the Minnesota Historical Society’s career center at www.mnhs.org/jobs and include a resume and cover letter by the application deadline date.

DESCRIPTION: This position exists to conduct interpretive programs using a variety of interpretive techniques and to assist with the daily visitor services operations at the Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post, including ticketing, field trips, workshops and special events, as well as retail operations.

SUMMARY OF WORK: 1) Assist in the daily visitor services operations; 2) Assist with the daily retail operations; 3) Assist with the site’s interpretive programs, workshops, seasonal demonstrations and special events; and 4) Assist in the daily operation of the historic site.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

● Demonstrated experience and ability to provide consistent, high quality customer service.

● Demonstrated ability to work independently.

● Demonstrated success in conveying program content and facilitating dialogue with guests.

● Experience in or willingness to learn computer software programs as needed.

● Strong oral communication skills, and ability to listen and be responsive to questions and comments.

● Demonstrated punctuality.

● Demonstrated ability to collaborate and contribute positively in a team environment.

● Willingness to learn and work a variety of assignments, including but not limited to retail and admissions software, site orientation for guests, and interpretive stations, depending upon supervisor assessment of skill set and knowledge.

● Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse public in a friendly and open manner, while conveying information or teaching.

● Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse audience of varying cultural backgrounds, ages, and abilities.

● Demonstrated experience in some level of retail sales.

● Ability to complete record keeping and reports, including accounting and math skills.

● Ability to work a varied schedule of weekdays, weekends (both Saturday/Sunday) one to two weekends/month, holidays and occasional evenings on a rotating basis.

● Ability to stand for extended periods of time and walk up to 5 miles a day inside or outside on the grounds..

● Ability to bend, crouch, kneel, reach, push, and pull.

● Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

● High school diploma or equivalent.

● Proven skill in delivering school age programs.

● Experience working with children and/or adults in an educational environment.

● Experience in teaching, museum interpretation, theater, storytelling or group

leadership.

● Personal computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

● Experience with Shopify and/or Tessitura or Artifax software.

● Knowledge of retail display and marketing techniques.

● Retail sales and admissions experience in a museum/historic site.

Should you have questions with the application process, email humanresources@mnhs.org.

At MNHS, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on diversity for the benefit of our employees, our products and services, and our community. The Minnesota Historical Society believes that an inclusive culture among our team members is critical to our success as a historical society and museum, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Minnesota Historical Society is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and employer.


1955 Payroll Specialist

JOB TITLE: Payroll Specialist

LOCATION: History Center – 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102

COMPENSATION: Starting range $57,366.40 – 61,776.00 annually

STATUS & HOURS: Full-time, regular (approximately 2,080 annual hours) position.

BENEFITS: Eligible to participate in State Employee Group Insurance Program and a retirement program with employer contribution. Generous vacation and sick time accruals with additional paid holidays.

DESIGNATION: Bargaining Unit AFSCME Local 3173

POSTING DATE: October 2, 2024

DEADLINE DATE: Open Until Filled

TO APPLY: Interested applicants must apply online at the Minnesota Historical Society’s career center at www.mnhs.org/jobs and include a resume and cover letter by the application deadline date.

DESCRIPTION: This position provides professional support for MNHS payroll initiatives including operations, procedures, technology, and other HR initiatives. This position also provides professional guidance and support to other human resources employees for the effective design, delivery and maintenance of key department systems and processes.

SUMMARY OF WORK: 1) Prepare, process and coordinate MNHS payroll operations in an efficient and accurate manner; 2) Participate in projects; 3) Prepare and analyze payroll reports used for auditing and compliance; 4) Assist in training employees on payroll information, tools, and processes; 5) Participate in professional development opportunities to keep current on payroll processes, legal requirements, and technology; and 6) Work collaboratively with the People and Culture team to provide support and back-up for achieving department goals and objectives and to ensure the needs of MNHS staff and external customers are met.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

● Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

● Five years of payroll processing experience.

● Experience using ADP software or similar cloud-based systems, and their upgrades.

DEMONSTRATED SKILLS IN OR KNOWLEDGE OF:

● Applying payroll and tax laws and other payroll policies/best practices.

● Using, implementing, and training others on payroll applications, software and procedures.

● Performing accounting/reconciliations of payroll liabilities accounts.

● Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets skills, and other Microsoft Office applications.

● Communicating, both orally and written, including preparing and delivering reports and presentations.

● Technology skills necessary to develop quality project, report, and program documentation.

● Thinking imaginatively and problem solving.

● Customer service and interpersonal communications skills sufficient to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

● Multitasking, working effectively under pressure to meet deadlines, prioritizing and adapting to changing priorities.

● Working independently and taking individual initiative while also being able to collaborate effectively and contribute positively in a team environment.

● Strong analytical and organizational skills with a demonstrated results orientation.

● Gathering data, analyzing, and organizing information into action plans.

● The practice, methods and techniques of process improvement.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

● BA or advanced degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Management Information Systems, or related fields.

● Extensive knowledge of ADP.

● Advanced skills in Excel.

Should you have questions with the application process, email humanresources@mnhs.org.

At MNHS, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on diversity for the benefit of our employees, our products and services, and our community. The Minnesota Historical Society believes that an inclusive culture among our team members is critical to our success as a historical society and museum, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Minnesota Historical Society is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and employer.


Event Assistant

Located at the crossroads of American history, art, science, food, and commerce, the American Sign Museum puts our country’s entrepreneurship, ingenuity, and design on full display for all to experience.  The Event Coordinator will play a key role in executing the ASM’s mission to celebrate signage through preservation and education by ensuring a wonderful experience for our private event guests. This position requires the employee to be on site the day of the event to assist staff with event execution and front desk duties.

 

Reporting to the Director of Events, this position will:

·         Supervise, direct, and coordinate activities of personnel and vendors

·         Oversee all aspects of event execution to ensure memorable experience

·         Cover front desk shifts during events, welcoming and orienting guests to the Museum

·         Trouble shoot issues relation to the successful execution of private events

·         Other duties as assigned

Prior customer service experience is required with a strong preference for experience in private events. A successful candidate will embody the Museum’s core values and be collaborative, engaging, reliable, adaptive, and creative.

 

Working environment:

·         Ability to project vocally to large audiences

·         Ability to move objects up to 25 pounds

·         Ability to remain in stationary position for extended periods of time and actively navigate the museum galleries as dictated by the event

 

This position is a part-time, on-site position. Evening and weekend availability is required.

 

Pay rate: $16 per hour

 

Candidates should submit a resume to kkeevert@americansignmuseum.org No calls, please.

 

The American Sign Museum is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where all board leaders, staff, volunteers, and visitors feel respected and valued regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or identity, disability, or education.


Head Registrar

About the Position
The Head Registrar will manage the registration team and oversee all registration functions across Art Bridges portfolio. This position is responsible to maintain the highest stewardship standards related to the Art Bridges collection and other art sharing programs. The successful candidate will have experience in all areas of collection and exhibition management, a clear communication style, a proven history of proactively balancing multiple tasks, and an eye towards sustainability. The position requires a collaborative and diplomatic professional who is service-minded and can build and maintain professional, collegial relationships cross-departmentally at Art Bridges and with external partners.

Responsibilities

  • Hire, supervise, mentor, and provide professional development opportunities for direct reports
  • Assess, prioritize, assign, and manage department workflow
  • Develop and implement collection loan and registration policies
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on Art Bridges projects
  • Consult on and review contracts and funding award applications
  • Arrange and advise on insurance for the Art Bridges Collection loans, partner loans, and traveling exhibitions
  • Oversee and assist coordination of artwork crating, packing, and shipping logistics for all art sharing programs
  • Assist with project management of Art Bridges’ art-sharing programs
  • Prepare materials for external use, such as crate lists, packing notes, handling instructions
  • Oversee courier pool; train and develop staff couriers, assign couriers to artwork movements and exhibition installations
  • Develop and track the annual department budget
  • Advise on sustainability initiatives
  • Code and submit invoices for art sharing related activities
  • Travel independently as a courier and oversee artwork installations and deinstallation
  • Condition report artworks
  • Review facility reports and make recommendations for potential exhibition venues
  • Review and approve venue layouts and security arrangements
  • Support and manage accurate team data implementation across all internal platforms, including
  • Schedules timely meetings, prepares agendas, and facilitates positive and productive meetings
  • Produce and present departmental reports and updates to the leadership team
    Support the fulfillment of departmental goals and strategic initiatives
  • Supervise department interns
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in art history, museum studies, arts or equivalent degree/experience, Master’s degree preferred
  • 10+ years’ experience in museum or gallery registration and/or collections care is required
  • 8+ years of supervisory experience is required
  • 6+ years demonstrated collection and/or exhibitions project management is required
  • Documented success in traveling exhibitions logistics coordination and in meeting deadlines within fast-paced work environments
  • Knowledge of current museum standards and best practices
  • Demonstrated experience with accounting and database software
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current practices in collection care and traveling exhibitions
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Experience with or the ability to quickly learn specialized software systems such as TMS, Workday, Asana, Teams, MediaValet, Salesforce and Trainual
  • Willingness to work weekends and evenings, and adjust hours, as required
  • Ability to travel domestically as needed to support art exhibitions and loans

If you are interested in applying, please visit https://artbridgesfoundation.org/head-registrar


Director

DIRECTOR

Oakland House Museum

Affton Historical Society

Overview

This is currently a Part Time Position.

The Executive Director shall be appointed by the Affton Historical Society Board of Directors.  This Director shall be responsible for developing a plan for the necessary running of the Museum on a monthly basis.

. Increase the awareness of the Oakland House Museum in the local community and beyond by participating in civic, educational and historical groups to further market the Museum.

. Develop a long-range plan for continuation and improvements of the Museum into the future

. Develop contacts to further the Museum’s fundraising and sponsorships.

. Produce a plan to improve younger membership and participation

. Enter into contracts with vendors and ensure payment is made by society treasurer

.  Increase the number of members’ events at the Museum (monthly)

.  Explore fundraising opportunities through grant selection

.  Participate in civic, educational, and historic groups to market the Museum

.  The Executive Director maintains general oversight of the Oakland Museum’s operations which involves planning, directing and supervising the general interpretive programs.

Responsibilities

.  Scheduling volunteers or hired help to run or assist at events

.   Scheduling Open Houses and docents

.  Liaison with caterers for Museum events, and make sure that all bills are turned in to the Treasurer

.  Liaison with the House Manager to ensure that there is always a smooth operation

.  Assist at Museum events, as necessary, to assure a good outcome for the guests

.  Increase high school and scouting organizations to participate in service hours at the Museum

.  Increase communication with members for volunteering at special events, Santa House, Bunny Hutch, Independence Day Celebration, garden work, etc.

Compensation

Commensurate with experience, starting with 20 hours per week and a salary of $20,000 per year.    There are no benefits. A discretionary budget of $10,000 will be available for needed expenses for the programs planned. This position is being funded on a three year basis, with the intention of transitioning into a Full Time position after that.

This is a flexible position that can include weekend hours for events and working hours that will sometimes extend after 5 PM.  This position requires regular standing, stairs, walking and sitting, talking and possibly lifting up to 50 pounds.

Reporting

The Executive Director will liaison with the Affton Historical Society President who will submit expenditures over $1,000 to the Board to be voted on.  The Executive Director will submit a monthly report to the Board for its monthly meeting.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and knowledge of the museum and/or public history fields.  The ideal candidate should have good people skills, and we prefer at least three years of experience in nonprofit leadership, the historic museum field, and /or preservation.  Applicants should have work experience with non-profits, familiarity with standard museum procedures, such as exhibit development and collections care.

How to Apply

Send a resume, cover letter, a letter of reference to the Affton Historical Society at historicdzn@aol.com.  Applications will be accepted through November 1, 2024; or until the position has been filled.  For more information contact 314-605-1857.  Please visit our website at www.oaklandhousemuseum.org