1952 Interpreter I, Ramsey House & Hill House

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JOB TITLE: Interpreter I, Ramsey and Hill House

LOCATION: James J. Hill House, 240 Summit Ave, St Paul, MN 55102

Alexander Ramsey House, 265 S Exchange St, St Paul, MN 55102

COMPENSATION: $19.10 hourly minimum

STATUS & HOURS: Part-time, temporary (approximately 24 hours per week) position through January 31, 2025. Must be able to work a varied schedule including weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Schedules may vary according to site needs

BENEFITS: Generous vacation and sick time accruals.

DESIGNATION: Temporary

POSTING DATE: September 26, 2024

DEADLINE DATE: October 10, 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 at the James J. Hill House and Alexander Ramsey House to engage, educate and entertain visitors and to present historical information to school groups and the general public using a variety of interpretive and performance techniques and to assist in the operation of the Hill House and Ramsey House sites by providing front line customer service, processing admissions, sales, welcoming, and receiving visitors.

SUMMARY OF WORK: 1) Interpret, educate, and entertain visitors accurately the history of the Hill House site and Ramsey House site, which includes the family, household, neighborhood, St. Paul and Minnesota from 1872-1921, using a variety of interpretive techniques; 2) Perform admissions, gift shop sales, and reception services so all visitors are served, and accurately perform related clerical tasks; 3) Learn and study site manual and program-related materials provided by site program staff while contributing and operating within the larger interpreter team as assigned; 4) Assist in the maintenance, organization and protection of the historic site, grounds, facility, and collections so that site is well maintained and secure; and 5) Perform limited cleaning and other duties as assigned in support of ongoing operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

● High School diploma or equivalent.

● Knowledge of state and local Minnesota History and Victorian era.

● Strong oral communication skills and some ability to perform theatrical interpretation.

● Demonstrated experience in museum interpretation, theatrical performance, storytelling.

● Demonstrated experience working with children in an educational environment.

● Experience working with diverse audiences of varying cultural backgrounds, ages, and abilities.

● Ability to work cooperatively within a team setting.

● Basic accounting and math skills.

● Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds; 50 pounds with a team lift.

● Ability to stand for extended periods of time while giving tours and selling tickets or merchandise.

● Ability to bend, crouch, kneel to move furniture or merchandise and perform light cleaning duties.

Weekend and occasional evening availability.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

● Demonstrated experience in a high-level customer service environment; and/or special event environment.

● Ability to perform some manual tasks.

● College coursework in history, theater, education, or related fields.

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.

1950 Program Facilitator I, Minnesota State Capitol

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JOB TITLE: Program Facilitator I, Minnesota State Capitol

LOCATION: Minnesota State Capitol 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, St Paul MN 55155

COMPENSATION: $19.10 hourly minimum

STATUS & HOURS: Part-time, regular (approximately 624 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: September 27, 2024

DEADLINE DATE: October 11, 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. You must also upload the attached availability form to your application for the position you are applying.

DESCRIPTION: This position exists to educate visitors and school children about Minnesota history, state government and the art, architecture and history of the Minnesota State Capitol using a variety of interpretive techniques; to stimulate interest in the political process; provide high quality customer service to visitors; assist in the operation of the site Information Desk and retail store.

SUMMARY OF WORK: 1) Present education programs, guide tours, facilitate activities with mastery of content knowledge, as well as provide presentations using multiple interpretive and responsive teaching techniques; 2) Provide guest services information at the Information & Tour Center about site program offerings, happenings in the building and meeting information; 3) Provide at the Information & Tour Center, operational assistance with museum store sales, admissions, group check-in; 4) Study site-related materials to enhance the delivery of the site’s interpretive programs; 5) Assist with set-up/take down of equipment as needed for historic site and public events in the Capitol; and 6) Assist in the protection of the historic site facility and collections and the safety of the visiting public.

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 on marble or concrete floors.

● 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.

● 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.

1851 Guest Services Assistant II

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JOB TITLE: Guest Services Assistant II

LOCATION: History Center – 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102 COMPENSATION: $19.63 hourly minimum

STATUS & HOURS: Part-time, regular (approximately 624 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: September 26, 2024

DEADLINE DATE: October 10, 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 sell admission tickets to the History Center Museum, assist with the retail operations in the Minnesota History Center Stores, sell memberships to the Minnesota Historical Society, greet and orient guests, provide customer service to a wide array of visitors, and lend administrative support.

SUMMARY OF WORK: 1) Sell admissions, public program tickets, and retail products as well as promote MNHS memberships in person and by phone; 2) Operate multiple phone lines as a primary resource for general MNHS phone calls; 3) Greet and welcome guests to the History Center and Stores. 4) Assist with day-to-day operations as needed; 5) Assist with sales reporting, refunds, special programs, bank deposits and other administrative ticketing functions; and 6) Provide support for administration, museum operations and other departments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

● Strong oral communication skills, ability to listen and be responsive to questions and comments. ● Demonstrated reliability and ability to provide consistent, high quality customer service. ● Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse public in a friendly and open manner. ● Demonstrated ability to think imaginatively and problem solve.

● Demonstrated ability to collaborate and contribute positively in a team environment. ● Strong personal computer skills including intermediate skills with Microsoft Office and with GOOGLE suite.

● Ability to complete record keeping and a variety of reports, including accounting and math skills. ● Familiarity with technology, particularly admissions or retail software.

● Ability to work a varied and flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays. ● Ability to lift 25 pounds.

● Willingness and availability to work a varied schedule that may include shifts on Wednesdays through Sundays, holidays, and occasional Mondays and Tuesdays, and evenings.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

● High school diploma or equivalent.

● Previous experience mentoring, coaching, training and providing work direction for staff or volunteers.

● Experience with Shopify and/or Tessitura software.

● Knowledge of retail display and marketing techniques.

● Knowledge of Minnesota Historical Society programs and services.

● Ability to troubleshoot software, hardware and point-of-sale issues.

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

 

Should you have questions with the application process, email humanresources@mnhs.org or call MNHS Job Line at 651-259-3181.

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.

SEARCH REOPENED for Exhibits Coordinator

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The Sweetwater County Historical Museum in Green River, Wyoming, is seeking a creative, self-motivated individual for the position of Exhibits Coordinator. The incumbent will use their skills and knowledge while developing additional abilities to design and produce exhibits at the museum and venues across the county. Sweetwater County is in the scenic Intermountain West, bordering on Colorado and Utah to the south.

Position Description:

The Exhibits Coordinator participates in all aspects of exhibits development and production, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, researching, writing, designing, fabricating and installing. This position also assists with exhibits maintenance and cleaning, gallery tours, historical research, interpretive programming, special events, educational outreach, collections care and other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Experience in design and fabrication

· Competency in computer hardware and software

· Proficiency in the safe operation of hand tools and power equipment

· Familiarity with a broad range of materials and methods used in exhibits production

Preferred Qualifications:

· Degree in art, design, architecture, museum studies, or related field OR degree/certificate in building trades

· Skills in exhibits and graphic design, preferably in Adobe Creative Suite

· Skills in carpentry and/or exhibit fabrication

· Skills in art framing, matting and installation

· Skills in large-format printing and mounting graphics

· Skills in researching and writing interpretive text

· Knowledge of western cultural and natural history

Collections Manager: Ethnography

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The Collections Manager, Ethnography (Manager) is a full-time exempt position that is a member of the curatorial and collections team. The Manager will be a dynamic museum professional with experience in collections management, conservation and care, inventory, environmental monitoring, and community centered consultations. The Manager will work collaboratively with the Collections Manager: Archaeology, Museum Registrar, the curatorial team, descendant communities, IU NAGPRA, and IU faculty to build collections access policies/procedures, research pathways, and active consultations procedures for the diverse ethnographic collections. The person in this position will bring a passion and dedication for collections care, ensuring descendant community requests are honored, respected and integrated collection management procedures for the associated items.

The Collections Manager: Ethnography partners interdepartmentally and across disciplines to manage collections and support research, curation, the development of collections access policies, repatriation, and the implementation of shared-stewardship and culturally conscious conservation models in the ethnographic collections. This position reports directly to The Director of Curatorial Affairs, and closely collaborates with the Executive Director, Museum Registrar, and the grant writing and external communications department. This position will also work closely with operations, the learning and community engagement team and with students.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage all ethnographic storage areas (on and off-site) at a high professional standard of safety, cleanliness, artifact storage, and organization.
  • Assist with documenting and cataloging ethnographic artifacts using digital cataloging systems, including dimensions, condition reports, and photography.
  • Update and maintain detailed and accessible records on the Museum’s past and current outreach, notification, consultation, and repatriation processes with Indigenous communities (NAGPRA/non-NAGPRA/international). The position shall work with department staff as necessary to create procedures that maintain intellectual control of this information.
  • Implement policies and procedures for repatriations, acquisition, deaccessions, cataloging, handling, storage, and maintenance of ethnographic collections.
  • Ensure compliance with ethical and legal standards for the repatriation, acquisition, and management of cultural materials.
  • Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of collections, adhering to museum standards, stewardship policies, and practices.
  • Collaborate with curators, conservation specialists, and descendant communities to assess and address the conservation and stewardship needs of the collection.
  • Develop and implement strategies to mitigate environmental risks, prevent deterioration, and align with the stewardship protocols and guidelines indicated by the descendant community – if applicable.
  • Support the interpretive planning team, curators, exhibit designers, and educators to develop innovative, engaging, and dynamic exhibitions and displays as needed.
  • Assist in the selection and arrangement of artifacts, interpretive materials, and multimedia elements within the ethnographic collections.
  • Provide access to collections for descendant communities, tribal consultants, IU NAGPRA, researchers, scholars, and students in alignment with the goals of the Museum and the collection access policies.
  • Partner with the Museum Registrar to manage the loan of ethnographic artifacts to internally and/or externally to other institutions, ensuring proper documentation, handling, and transportation.
  • Collaborate with other museums, cultural organizations, and indigenous communities to enhance collections management policies and procedures.
  • Approach the management of ethnographic collections with cultural sensitivity and awareness of the ethical considerations involved in working with culturally sensitive materials and communities harmed by the Museum, and the colonial legacy of anthropology, archeology, academia, and the museum field at large.
  • Collaborate with the learning and community engagement team to support scholarly and public engagement by sharing insights on collections as needed.
  • Partner with the Learning and Engagement Manager to support part-time, practicum, and student workers professional growth at the museum while also meeting their work deliverables in collections.
  • Train and supervise collections assistants, interns, and volunteers in all routine collections and curation activities.

Skills and Knowledge:

  • Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in anthropology, museum studies, collections management, cultural studies, or related field with a focus on ethnography
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a museum, library, archive, cultural center, or similar organization with a focus on collections management/stewardship and/or repatriation.
  • Demonstrated experience with documentation review and management practices including a basic understanding of digital asset management and registration practices.
  • Demonstrated experience with collections care, stewardship, and management of diverse and expansive international ethnographic collection.
  • Understanding of U.S. domestic laws relating to museums, repatriation, museum collections, and/or international repatriation laws.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the colonial legacy of museums, anthropology, and academia and the complexity of colonization’s impact on Indigenous communities (domestic and international).
  • Demonstrated experience working directly with Indigenous communities, navigating colonial histories and (re)building sustainable transparent relationships.
  • Experience in assisting with culturally complex, sensitive, or confidential projects – including a demonstrated ability to listen and deal empathetically with a wide range of people and cultural groups.
  • Understanding of equity, inclusion, access, and racial/culturally just practices within museums.
  • Demonstrated experience and ability to achieve deliverables while working collaboratively and independently without close supervision within tight deadlines.
  • Collaborative and autonomous approach with a focus on keeping the entire team updated.

Education Assistant – Cranbrook Art Museum

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Education Assistant – Cranbrook Art Museum

 

Cranbrook Art Museum is a leading venue for the presentation of twentieth- and twenty-first-century art, craft, architecture, and design. The Art Museum is located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, a suburb of metropolitan Detroit, on the beautiful 319-acre historic landmark campus of the Cranbrook Educational Community. The Art Museum’s sister institution is Cranbrook Academy of Art, a renowned graduate school of art, architecture, craft, and design. While the collections of the Art Museum span the 20th and 21st centuries, the permanent collection focus is on the achievements of faculty and students of the Academy of Art and of artists in the Detroit metropolitan area. The Art Museum frequently presents public art programs in the city of Detroit, working with a range of creative collaborators, diverse artists and curators, and various community partners. Each year the Art Museum also presents artworks created by the graduating class of Cranbrook Academy of Art. In 2011, the Art Museum completed a renovation of its original 1942 Art Museum and Art Library building designed by Eliel Saarinen and created a new Collections Wing, a purpose-built, state-of-the-art handling and storage facility for its collections, which allows for a curated and publicly accessible viewing of selections from nearly 7,500 works of art.

Cranbrook Art Museum is accepting applications for Education Assistants. This position will facilitate educational programs in the topics of art, architecture, and design for broad and diverse audiences at the Cranbrook Art Museum. Education Assistants demonstrate excellent presentation, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with a range of artmaking, art education, design, and art historical topics are required. Programs primarily consist of school tours and workshops for our field trip students from Detroit Public Schools, Cranbrook Schools, and surrounding districts.

The Education Assistant position is part-time, working approximately 15-20 hours per week during regular business hours. The schedule will vary due to school holidays. The employment period runs through May 2025 with the possibility to extend.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Working closely with the larger education and visitor experience team, assisting with the development of materials for programs and school field trip tours.
  • Effectively present information and work with diverse audiences in an articulate, thoughtful, and enthusiastic manner; adapting programs in response to age, ability, and feedback of participants.
  • Explain art materials and perform hands-on workshop demonstrations for groups of visitors or school groups.
  • Maintain program storage area, supplies, teaching materials, equipment, and logs.
  • Maintain attendance, punctuality and performance standards set forth in Cranbrook’s employee handbook.

Requirements:

  • A high school degree or GED and college level Studio Art, Art History or Art Education courses required; a Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum of one year experience working in education or with youth.
  • Must possess enthusiasm and resourcefulness necessary to work with families and young children.
  • Proficiency in Google Suite, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Customer service experience and the ability to effectively work with varied constituents including the public, school personnel, students, and volunteers.
  • Ability to adapt program materials, presentation style, and/or delivery as needed to provide age-appropriate instruction. Must be able to problem solve on the spot as issues arise. Adept at taking initiative, working without continuous supervision, and working as a team member.
  • Requires a Michigan driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.

For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter to: Education Assistant – Cranbrook Art Museum | Cranbrook Employment Opportunities (ultipro.com)

 

 

 

1949 Setup Assistant

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JOB TITLE: Setup Assistant

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

COMPENSATION: $19.10 hourly minimum

STATUS & HOURS: Part-time, regular (approximately 416 annual hours) position. The hours for this position are based on events being scheduled at the History Center and may vary considerably week to week. Scheduling will include evenings and weekends.

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: September 19, 2024

DEADLINE DATE: October 3, 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 & execute the set-up and take-down of MNHS programs & events as well as rental events at the MN History Center.

SUMMARY OF WORK: 1) Conduct and oversee the set-up/take down of event furniture and equipment at the MN History Center; and 2) Maintain site equipment and building.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

● Strong customer service skills.

● Strong communication skills.

● Demonstrated ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

● Demonstrated ability to work effectively on a team on set up and take down needs.

● Demonstrated ability to problem solve amidst noisy and high-pressure situations.

● Demonstrated flexibly to adjust to unusual and unexpected occurrences in the working environment.

● Ability to lift and move 50 lbs.

● Ability to learn and be guided by historic site preservation concerns, rules, and needs.

● Available to work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings, sometimes on short notice.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

● High school diploma or equivalent.

● Experience with Audio-Visual.

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.

Manager of Education and Community Programs

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The Jewish Museum Milwaukee (JMM), located on the bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan in the vibrant and diverse Lower Eastside of Milwaukee and steps from the dynamic downtown, has an opening for an experienced, innovative and energetic Manager of Education and Community Programs to become part of a dynamic and high impact museum team.

The Museum, a program of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation (MJF), tells the story of the Jews through the lens of Southeastern Wisconsin. Its vision statement is to build bridges with diverse communities with shared histories and to use Jewish history, culture, and values to explore contemporary issues of importance.

As a member of the team, the Manager of Education and Community Programs writes the curricula, implements school, teacher, and senior programming, oversees an active docent corps, develops meaningful community partnerships, participates in community program brainstorming, and implements community programming.

Summary/Objective

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Manager of Education and Community Programs (“Education Manager”) is responsible for the research, development, and implementation of innovative educational and community programming for broad and diverse audiences presented in various live and online formats. The Education Manager plays a vital role in sharing the Jewish story and the life lessons it brings, building bridges between diverse groups with shared histories, and exploring contemporary events through the lens of Jewish history, arts and values to contemplate current events and issues. This position plays a critical role in developing and implementing school tours and curriculum, senior activities through the Spark! initiative, family activities, and community programs. The Education Manager is also a key member of the Museum team and has significant input into our short and long-range plans.

  1. Participates in grant writing and fund development in support of educational programs. Tracks and reports on data for funder reports.
  2. Develops and coordinates outreach to schools and to Jewish and non-Jewish communities, with an eye on developing lasting relationships.
  3. Expands and manages volunteer docent corps and develops training sessions and materials.
  4. As part of the team, identifies programs and speakers for the Museum’s ongoing and exhibit-related programs. Coordinates programs with speakers and acts as one of the public faces for community programs.
  5. Provides oversight of tour and community speaker booking processes.
  6. Develops summer and/or after-school intensives that meet community needs and goals, especially for at-risk youth.

Essential Functions

  • Plans, implements, and supervises school-based programs and partnerships, including the development of relationships with teachers, school directors and administrators in both the public and parochial sectors.
  • Maintains knowledge of and develops curricula to meet federal and state standards.
  • Creates and implements teacher training for the permanent and special exhibits.
  • Represents the Museum in educational settings, at conferences, and in the community at large.
  • Working with graphic designers and museum staff, develops educational and public programming marketing materials and outreach targets.
  • Serves as staff to the Education Committee, utilizing their skills and passion.
  • Provides oversight of the educational materials collection, including review, maintenance and cataloging of objects in the collection.
  • Works closely with Holocaust Education Resource Center to deliver program content for statewide school groups, including virtual programs.
  • Initiates partnerships with other cultural, educational and social justice institutions to deliver cutting-edge and impactful programming.
  • Oversee the SPARK! initiative for people with memory loss, partnering with Ovation and incorporating other senior communities.
  • Maintains familiarity with the archives in order to utilize in programming and presentations.

Additional Functions

  • Generates and effectively deploys assessment and evaluation strategies for museum programs and educational content.
  • Participates in departmental meetings and collaborates with other staff members in long-range planning.
  • Acts as back-up for all social media and e-newsletter content and technical knowledge.
  • Works programs including set-up, technology needs, check-in and greeting.
  • Attends Exhibit and Special Exhibit Committee meetings.
  • Conducts tours for the public and donors.
  • With the team, stewards donors, members and partners.
  • Attends community events outside of normal working hours.
  • Other projects as assigned.

Qualification

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

 Required Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Judaic Studies or Public History / Master’s degree in Museum Studies highly preferred.
  • 3-5 years of informal educational experience, preferably in a museum.

Required Skills/Abilities

  • Judaic and broad-based historical knowledge is required; visual art knowledge is a plus.
    Ability to create at least three curriculums a year in connection with special exhibits and based on original research.
    Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart information to a range of clientele and/or media sources.
    Ability to develop and present educational programs and public presentations.
    Knowledge and understanding of the museum’s goals and objectives.
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to create partnerships and work effectively with a wide range of community constituencies.
    Strong writing and presentation skills. Ability to create, compose and edit written materials.
    Ability to make connections between historical events and relevant issues of today.
    Ability to work evenings and Sundays.
    Proficient knowledge of the Microsoft 365 Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
    Broad knowledge of and experience in best practices in museum education.
    Knowledge of digital-based programming platforms including Zoom, Teams, websites, and digitally assisted interactives to enhance learning objectives.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position manages the docent and college intern programs.

Hours and Benefits

Typical office hours are Monday-Thursday, 8 am-5 pm, and Friday, 8 am-3 pm. This work is majority in- person, with remote options available 1-2 days per week. Periodic evening and Sunday hours and occasional attendance at offsite meetings and events will be required.

This position is eligible for 15 vacation days and 7 personal days annually. In addition, JMM observes federal holidays as well as Jewish holidays that prohibit work, typically adding between 11 -17 additional paid days off annually depending on the Hebrew calendar. Other benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, paid parental leave, health savings and flexible spending accounts, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and 401K plan.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This job operates in a professional environment with pleasant working conditions, good lighting and ventilation and moderate noise level. There will be frequent computer usage which will require arm and hand dexterity as well as all vision abilities to be successful. The ability to speak and hear is required.

Must be able to lift and/or move up to 15-20 pounds, usually waist high.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required to perform the job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The Jewish Museum Milwaukee and Milwaukee Jewish Federation provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

To Apply
To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references to HR@milwaukeejewish.org. The review of applications will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled.

1945 Historic Properties Project Manager

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JOB TITLE: Facilities Maintenance Technician, Charles Lindbergh House & Museum

LOCATION: Charles Lindbergh House and Museum, 1620 Lindbergh Drive S., Little Falls, MN 56345

COMPENSATION: $22.28 hourly minimum

STATUS & HOURS: Part-time, regular (approximately 520-1040 annual hours) position.

BENEFITS: Eligible to participate in a retirement program with employer contribution. Generous vacation and sick time accruals. This position may be eligible to participate in the State Employee Group Insurance Program, depending on the average number of hours worked.

DESIGNATION: Bargaining Unit AFSCME Local 3173

POSTING DATE: September 5, 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 plan, coordinate, document, perform and/or oversee custodial, maintenance, and repair activities – including the buildings, equipment, grounds, hardware, mechanical, safety and security systems – and to assist with ongoing preservation and maintenance projects at the Charles Lindbergh House and Museum. On occasion, provide facilities maintenance support at other MNHS locations.

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 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.

● Ability to infrequently respond to fire or security systems alarms at all hours.

● Ability to infrequently respond to HVAC system alarms at all hours.

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

● Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

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.

● Possession of chainsaw certification through MNHS and/or MN DNR.

● 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.

1943 Facilities Maintenance Tech, Charles Lindbergh House & Museum

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JOB TITLE: Facilities Maintenance Technician, Charles Lindbergh House & Museum

LOCATION: Charles Lindbergh House and Museum, 1620 Lindbergh Drive S., Little Falls, MN 56345

COMPENSATION: $22.28 hourly minimum

STATUS & HOURS: Part-time, regular (approximately 520-1040 annual hours) position.

BENEFITS: Eligible to participate in a retirement program with employer contribution. Generous vacation and sick time accruals. This position may be eligible to participate in the State Employee Group Insurance Program, depending on the average number of hours worked.

DESIGNATION: Bargaining Unit AFSCME Local 3173

POSTING DATE: September 5, 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 plan, coordinate, document, perform and/or oversee custodial, maintenance, and repair activities – including the buildings, equipment, grounds, hardware, mechanical, safety and security systems – and to assist with ongoing preservation and maintenance projects at the Charles Lindbergh House and Museum. On occasion, provide facilities maintenance support at other MNHS locations.

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 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.

● Ability to infrequently respond to fire or security systems alarms at all hours.

● Ability to infrequently respond to HVAC system alarms at all hours.

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

● Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

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.

● Possession of chainsaw certification through MNHS and/or MN DNR.

● 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.