The Historical Interpreter will provide support for open house public mill tours, K-12 field trips and additional interpretive programs and special events at Parker Mill County Park and Sharon Mills County Park. Duties will focus on interpretation of the historical and cultural resources preserved at the parks for audiences that range from school aged kids to adults.
Executive Director
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum
The New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum in Las Cruces, a division of the State of New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA), is seeking an exceptional individual to fill the position of Executive Director. This is a Governor Exempt position.
The museum has annual attendance of around 84,000 in paid visitation and educational outreach participation, and an annual budget of approximately $1.9 million, generated from public and private sources. The Director is responsible for the programmatic, operational, and financial management of the museum complex, containing multiple buildings and structures on a 47-acre campus.
The exterior contains over 25 acres exhibiting and interpreting the animals, crops, and methods of modern production agriculture in New Mexico. There are four large barns, numerous cattle pens, alleys, and associated structures housing living collections of cattle and sheep. The major interior element is the 95,000 sq. ft. Bruce King Museum Building that houses over 15,000 historic artifacts interpreting the 4,000 year old history of agriculture in New Mexico, as well as a gift shop, catering concession, meeting rooms, auditorium, and office space.
Position Summary: The Executive Director is appointed by the Cabinet Secretary of DCA and is responsible to the Governor, the DCA Cabinet Secretary, and an 11-member governing board appointed by the Governor. The Director should have a demonstrated ability in the administration of complex organizations serving multiple community-based constituencies and audiences. The director shall be a person with previous administrative experience in a museum or institution of related character and shall have a degree, or the equivalent thereof, in one or more fields of agriculture from an institution of higher learning. Candidate must have a successful record in strategic planning, grant-writing, management, and fundraising. The Director coordinates efforts with the Friends of the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum Inc., an independent 501(c)(3). The Director leads a staff of 25 state employees, supplemented by approximately 100 volunteers.
Job Duties: Administer and operate the museum in accordance with applicable statutes and rules. Maintain, lead, and motivate staff and volunteers. Directly supervise three senior staff members: the Deputy Director, Curatorial Supervisor, and Farm & Ranch Supervisor. Provide for the fiscal responsibility of the division. Ensure that fiscal staff is trained and proficient in all aspects of budget preparation, budget management, and procurement requirements. Propose budgets for operations and capital improvements, in conjunction with DCA initiatives, priorities, and yearly legislative efforts. Oversee the development of exhibits and programs of an educational nature for the benefit of the public, particularly students. Exhibits and programs should be cost effective, with the goal of being self-sustaining and increasing revenue. Direct research, preservation, and conservation of the collections for the benefit of the public. Recommend acquisitions to the board, by donation or other means, of collections and related materials appropriate to the mission of the museum. Increase public support for the museum and its programs by enhancing marketing strategies and increasing visibility. Build visitation, education, and outreach through new and existing public educational programs and exhibits. Deepen partnerships with other regional cultural institutions, especially with other DCA divisions, including resource sharing, marketing, cross-promotion of programs and activities, and the development of regional educational and public programs. Enhance the relationship between the museum and the Friends of the NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, Inc., to increase financial support for museum programs and ensure coordination of efforts in pursuit of public and private funding. Increase earned revenue through admissions, public program fees, rental concessions and other initiatives, with assistance from the Friends and in coordination with DCA priorities. Cooperate with educational institutions, and other agencies and political subdivisions of state, tribal and federal governments to establish, maintain and extend the programs of the museum. Ensure that the museum maintains representation on the Convention and Visitors Bureau Advisory Board of the City of Las Cruces, Greater Las Cruces Chamber of Commerce, New Mexico State University, City of Las Cruces and its museums, and other community organizations and constituencies.
Characteristics of the Ideal Candidate: The New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum is high performing and fiscally stable, with well-trained and dedicated staff and broad community support. The museum is poised for the next level of development and operation. The ideal candidate for this position will possess the knowledge, expertise, and skills to guide the museum forward. Key qualities of the successful candidate are:
• Innovation in exhibit and public programs that combine a traditional museum setting, living collections, and a modern cattle operation to tell the history of New Mexico farming and ranching in a dynamic manner.
• Entrepreneurship to maximize earned revenue opportunities in alignment with the mission of the museum and its public charge, while serving as a resource to the Friends in pursuing new unearned revenue streams.
• Relationship-building to continue developing a productive partnership with the board, the Friends, volunteers, and community to strengthen support for the museum.
• Partnership to expand and build collaboration with other cultural institutions, especially with other DCA divisions across the state.
The Director reports to the DCA Cabinet Secretary and should have an authentic commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in staffing, programming, and engagement. Compensation is approximately $120,000 depending on experience, plus benefits and PERA retirement. References upon request.
For more information, see https://www.nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/
You may also visit: http://www.nmculture.org/about/employment/executive-director-new-mexico-farm-ranch-heritage-museum
Application deadline is Sunday, September 8, 2024. Please submit a cover letter and resume to: executive.search@dca.nm.gov. Please contact Jane Egan at 505-469-2417 or jane.egan@dca.nm.gov with questions.
Please note that candidates’ materials submitted in this process may be subject to disclosure under New Mexico’s Inspection of Public Records Act.
The Department of Cultural Affairs is committed to an equitable and inclusive work environment for all candidates and employees and provides equal opportunities in all employment practices without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or childbirth, age, disability, or veteran status.
About us:
The McHenry County Historical is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1963. The museum campus, opened in 1976, includes offices, a museum, a library, storage, and a museum store housed in an 1870 school building with three later additions. A pioneer-era log cabin, an 1895 one-room school, and two adjoining 20th-century residential properties were acquired for future growth. The society also owns three off-site buildings–a rural school, a church, and a historic town hall.
Job Summary:
The McHenry County Historical Society seeks a full-time, experienced, dynamic, articulate museum executive to lead our efforts to engage and educate current and future generations by preserving and sharing McHenry County history. The Executive Director will oversee an excellent team of 3 full-time and 2 part-time employees with general guidance from the Executive Committee. This individual will manage the museum, research library, and all Historical Society properties. The position requires an individual who is committed to maintaining a positive and collaborative environment.
Qualifications and Requirements:
● Bachelor’s degree in history, museum studies, or a related field
● Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible museum and/or nonprofit management experience
● Ability to present ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
● Dynamic leadership skills with the ability to maintain a strong team
● Dedication to creating programs that engage and involve the public
● Strong passion for history and dedication to preserving local heritage
● Up-to-date computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Experience using membership database software, PastPerfect, and content management systems is a plus
● Experience with financial management
● Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed.
Job Description:
The Executive Director is responsible for carrying out the Society’s mission and vision in terms of operating its facilities and programs. The Executive Director will also develop and promote a favorable impression of the McHenry County Historical Society and Museum in the community. This individual works independently with general guidance from the Executive Committee.
Executive Director Responsibilities
Leadership:
● Builds alignment across the organization through collaboration and communication
● Fosters a positive environment where members, prospective members, donors, staff, volunteers, and visitors feel welcomed, respected, encouraged, and engaged
● Provides guidance and strategic direction
Board
● Collaborates with the Board of Directors (and its committees) to develop and implement policies and procedures that support the Society’s mission and goals and to ensure that policies are relevant and reviewed on a scheduled basis
● Collaborates with the Board of Directors to set strategic direction goals and to monitor progress
● Serves as liaison between the Board and staff
● Communicates effectively and provides the Board with timely information regarding issues, challenges, accomplishments, and successes
Staff
● Oversees efficient and effective day-to-day operations of the organization, including memberships, volunteer recruitment, training, and appreciation, and facilitates optimal use of Neon CRM software
● Recruits, defines staff roles, provides training, sets goals, and conducts performance reviews to maintain a cohesive, trusted, mission-focused, excellent team.
● Works with staff to maintain a high level of communication and collaboration
Museum and Library Collection
● Oversees the Society’s extensive collection of historic artifacts
● Works with the Exhibits Curator to protect, rotate, display, & educationally interpret the Society’s collection
● Plans for the housing and protection of the museum and library collection for future generations
● Approves all items deaccessioned from the collection
● Works with the Research Librarian to protect, catalog, educationally interpret, and make the library collection reasonably accessible to the membership and general public for research purposes
Finances
● Works with the staff, finance committee, and treasurer to develop and manage an annual budget
● Works with the bookkeeper to pay bills and oversee payroll
● Directs the filing of all required annual reports
● Researches or directs research to secure grant funding, maintains a grant application calendar, ensures timely reporting
Development
In collaboration with the Development Committee:
● Supports varied forms of fundraising and opportunities, including but not limited to donors and event planning
● Stewards relationships with donors, foundations, corporate sponsors and demonstrates that their gifts are used to effectively support the organization’s mission and as earmarked by the donor, if applicable.
Facilities, Infrastructure, and Technology:
● Oversees the Society’s historic properties and works with the building committee to ensure continued monitoring, maintenance, and preservation of the buildings in the Society’s care
● Obtains bids and proposals, coordinates projects, and hires professionals to design improvements and perform repairs; initiates service contracts
● Oversees adequate museum fire and security alarm technology, maintenance, and monitoring
● Oversees Information Technology, including hardware, software, internet, and corresponding contracts. Ensures that proper hardware and software are in place to facilitate customer relations management, fundraising, collaboration, document creation and storage, communication, productivity, and record-keeping
● Manages digital account access, users, and passwords
● Collaborates with Board of Directors and staff to prepare a facilities master plan
Programming
● Plans, develops and promotes an annual schedule of programs, exhibits, and events that align with the museum’s mission and which cultivate new visitors, members, and volunteers
● Manages logistics-related programs and events
● Develop metrics and reports on outcomes from each event to ensure continuing improvements
● Ensures museum staffing during visitor hours
External Communications:
● Serves as the primary advocate and spokesperson for MCHS while encouraging and developing museum ambassadors throughout the county.
● Oversees outbound media, including press releases, the museum’s Tracer
Magazine, Society’s Page, and Museum Newsletter, in collaboration with the staff and volunteer editors.
● Markets the Society’s programs and services to promote the organization in a clear, concise, and persuasive manner, to reach a wide audience.
● Provides oversight of the Society’s website and social media, including the posting of
upcoming events and up-to-date society information and postings that encourage engagement
Collaborates with other organizations and agencies to promote local history and preservation.
Salary and Benefits: The base salary for the Executive Director position ranges from $75,000 to $80,000, commensurate with experience. The McHenry County Historical Society offers a competitive benefits package. For benefit details, please contact President@mchenrycountyhistory.org.
Seeking a talented executive to lead dynamic growth in a new museum facility. Located in the beautiful Lakes Region, the museum displays classic boats and interprets New Hampshire’s freshwater boating stories. Operating budget $600,000, 27 full-time and seasonal staff, 12 Trustees, 10,000 visitors. Salary range $80,000 – $100,000 plus benefits. EA/EO. Apply by September 13, 2024 to SearchandRef@museum-search.com. For details, visit: www.museum-search.com/open-searches. Apply early: candidates will be considered on a rolling basis. Nominations welcome.
Mission Statement
The Wexner Center for the Arts (WCA) at The Ohio State University is a trailblazing multidisciplinary art center where artists and communities converge to explore new ideas and deepen their understanding of the art and issues of our time. The WCA is devoted to commissioning new works of art, artist residencies, and the presentation of exhibitions, performing arts, film, video, and learning programs. Housed in the first major public commission by architect Peter Eisenman, the WCA’s iconic building reflects the center’s ambitions to reimagine what a contemporary cultural space could be. The WCA serves regional, national, and international artists and communities and is supported by public funders, donors, sponsors, and members.
Position Overview
The Curator of Exhibitions will join a dynamic curatorial team, working under the supervision of the Head of Exhibitions to propose, organize, coordinate develop forward-thinking exhibitions, commissioned projects, and publications. She/he/they will curate exhibition projects that span all visual arts disciplines and feature artists in all phases of their careers. The Curator of Exhibitions at WCA, will facilitate touring and curated exhibitions on behalf of the WCA. Alongside and in support of this work, the Curator will cultivate a practice of rigorous intellectual engagement in the fields of contemporary art and culture, seeking out opportunities for dialogue with thought partners on campus, in the region, and further afield. The Curator will possess a track record of publication and research, an established network of contacts, nationally and internationally, and a knowledge and understanding of the issues surrounding modern and contemporary art as well as extensive experience of the processes involved in presenting and organizing artistic projects. As part of this practice, they will also work to align meaningfully with cross-departmental initiatives and opportunities at the Center and will play a key role in overseeing scholarship on, and access to, the University’s permanent collection that is stewarded by the WCA, and Exhibitions department archive. The Curator will manage the curatorial assistant as well as the curatorial internship program.
Position involves travel, as well as evening and weekend hours.
Supervises
Curatorial Assistant; Curatorial Interns.
Minimum requirement: Master’s degree in art history, curatorial studies, or comparable degree and 4 years’ experience.
Desired Experience and Skills
Graduate or post-graduate degree.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment of museums or art centers, galleries, and/or other curatorial capacities.
At least seven years of relevant research and experience in curation, collection, and exhibitions.
Excellent knowledge of 20th and 21st century art, with a strong focus on global contemporary art. Strong record or exhibition and publications, demonstrating expertise in curatorial strategies.
Possess advanced research skills, and excellent management and organizational skills.
Attentive to details and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Commitment to developing projects that engage the WCA’s mission and possess a willingness to embrace the WCA’s commitment to creating an inclusive and equitable institution.
An open-minded and collaborative approach to working and communicating with all colleagues across the center.
Ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including staff, donors, trustees, faculty, students and community.
Fluency in English. Additional language abilities preferred.
Outstanding communication skills, including public speaking, writing, and proofreading.
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including SharePoint, OneDrive, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Expected to learn and become familiar with the university policies and systems.
APPLY HERE: https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Curator-of-Exhibitions_R109613-1
Job Overview:
The Museum Coordinator is a year round part-time position located at the following facility: Little White School Museum, 72 Polk St, Oswego, IL. Responsibilities include serving the needs of the external and internal customers of Little White School Museum and the Oswegoland Park District, while supporting the Oswegoland Park District’s mission statement.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
HOURS
20-25 hours per week, hours vary, weekends and evenings required; Employee is expected to be at the museum during the hours of operation.
JOB TITLE: Facilities Maintenance Technician, Historic Forestville
LOCATION: Historic Forestville, 21899 County Road 118, Preston, MN 55965
COMPENSATION: $22.28 hourly minimum
STATUS & HOURS: Full-time, regular (approximately 1,560 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: July 30, 2024
DEADLINE DATE: August 20, 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 plan, coordinate, and perform maintenance activities; and document the ongoing preservation and maintenance projects at Historic Forestville Historic Site, ensuring that the historic site buildings, including the visitor center, are maintained at a high level of quality and safety for the visiting public.
SUMMARY OF WORK: 1) Maintain and perform repairs, light carpentry, painting and mechanical duties throughout the site; 2) Provide overall seasonal and programmatic and other site maintenance support; 3) Maintain site grounds to ensure historical accuracy, neat appearance and visitor safety. Tasks include snow removal, mowing/trimming and garden maintenance; 4) Assess, perform, coordinate, monitor, and track historic site’s building preservation issues through visual inspections and monitoring; 5) Maintain and perform repairs on all site equipment to keep items in proper working order; 6) Initiate, coordinate, and follow up on contracted work by vendors or other MNHS staff charged with museum work; and 7) Perform other related duties as apparent or assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
● High school diploma or equivalent.
● Considerable knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment, and the ability to perform a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks.
● Working knowledge of the methods and practices of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting and security tasks.
● Ability to operate a wide variety of hand and power tools and grounds and building maintenance equipment.
● Working knowledge of grounds keeping and horticultural practices.
● Physical strength, stamina and coordination to perform a wide variety of job tasks.
● Demonstrated ability to take initiative.
● Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team.
● Demonstrated ability to coordinate work and manage time
● Demonstrated ability to provide work direction to others.
● Demonstrated ability to communicate with team members, contractors, and vendors.
● Willingness to occasionally work 10-hour days and to infrequently respond to security or fire alarms at all hours.
● Awareness of the need to maintain buildings and grounds in such a way as to maintain historical integrity of site, while at the same time prolonging the life of the facility.
● Ability to maintain written records and complete assigned reports.
● Ability to work as part of a team, primarily working closely with the Maintenance Assistants, but also with the rest of the site staff.
● Ability to lift 75 pounds rarely, 50 pounds occasionally, and 30 pounds regularly.
● Ability to work on and from a ladder or scaffolding regularly.
● Ability to work outdoors in all Minnesota weather conditions.
● Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● Ability and motivation to study historical reference materials related to preservation of historic buildings and sites.
● Experience working at a museum, historic site, or comparable setting.
● Ability to negotiate service contracts, working with multiple facility contractors, remodeling, or restoration projects.
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.
JOB TITLE: Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund Manager
LOCATION: History Center – 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102
COMPENSATION: $65,040 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: Supervisory
POSTING DATE: August 5, 2024
DEADLINE DATE: August 19, 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 provide overall coordination for MNHS’ Legacy Amendment / Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund funding and to provide management and coordination for the statewide institutional programs, partnerships, and initiatives funded by the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund (ACHF). The position ensures that priorities are established and activities are implemented in an integrated way throughout the institution and across the state, assuring high quality, cost-effective statewide programs, services, and partnerships.
SUMMARY OF WORK: 1) Lead the overall coordination and integrated planning for MNHS use of the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund (ACHF) for statewide projects, programs, and partnerships; 2) In coordination with Government Relations / Public Policy, assist with MNHS’s relationships with the legislature, the Governor’s office, and other interested groups and committees in relation to ACHF funds; 3) Lead and oversee the project management of Legacy-funded organization-wide implementation initiatives; and 4) Provide overall direction for hiring, training, supervision, and motivation for assigned staff, interns, and volunteers, and ensure overall compliance with MNHS policies and procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
● Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
● Five years in project management with time spent evaluating the work of advanced professional staff and ensuring work quality, and to establish, conduct, and continually improve work processes with strong awareness of immediate and sustained effects on stakeholders.
● Conduct research activities and Analyzing data, making recommendations and preparing summary reports.
● Recognizing and respecting confidential information.
● Valid driver’s license.
● Ability and willingness to travel.
● Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule to accommodate meetings, program trips, legislative agendas, etc.
DEMONSTRATED SKILLS IN:
● Planning, organizing, and managing complex budgets and multi-faceted projects/programs.
● Thinking imaginatively and problem solving.
● Problem-solving; the ability to design and implement effective and appropriate solutions.
● Simplifying complexity and developing scalable propositions that are strategy driven.
● Communicating, both orally and written, including preparing and delivering reports and presentations for both professional and lay audiences.
● Record keeping skills sufficient to maintain thorough and accurate records.
● 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.
● Working effectively in a multicultural setting and a deep commitment to supporting and promoting diversity.
● Strong analytical and organizational skills with a demonstrated results orientation.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● Principles and practices of budgeting, accounting and fiscal control sufficient to compare cost projections and actual costs and direct fiscal control systems for the Legacy fund.
● Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations governing the programs of MNHS as they relate to uses of the Legacy Amendment funds, sufficient to provide advice and establish policy and procedures.
● Advanced knowledge of project management and process improvement methodologies, including Design Thinking, waterfall, Kaizen, Agile, etc.
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.
How to apply:
Please email Joe Imholte at imholte@thebakken.org with the following information.
1. Two to three paragraphs in the body of the email detailing why you are interested in this
position and how you meet the requirements described in this job description. Each paragraph
should be between 3-7 sentences, for a total length of no more than 21 sentences. Do not
attach a cover letter.
2. Your resume or work/skills/training history as an attachment or a link to your LinkedIn profile
in your email response. We do not have a preference. Our aim is to understand where you have
worked and the types of roles you have had.
3.OPTIONAL – Please consider filling out an optional, anonymous demographics survey, found here (https://thebakkenmuseum.formstack.com/forms/igm_applicant_demographic_survey). This survey will remain unattached to any application materials and is used only to determine patterns and opportunities for improvement. The hiring manager will not have access to the individual responses collected.
Complete applications will receive confirmation of submission within 72 hours. Application deadline is August 30, 2024. Please contact Joe Imholte if you have questions about this process.
Job Description:
Department: Public Operations
Reports to: Executive Vice President
Compensation: $45,000 annually
Grade: 3
Educational/Degree Requirement: None
Exempt or Nonexempt: Exempt
Hourly or Salaried: Salaried
Hours Per Week: 40
Hybrid or On Site: On site
Language proficiency: English. Proficiency/familiarity with another language is a plus but not required.
Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday. Occasional evenings.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Public Operations & Visitor Experience – 50%
– Provide direction and supervision for Public Operations Department team members, including hiring, onboarding, training, and providing feedback.
– Manages front desk staffing, including scheduling for vacations, holidays, and public events. Provides breaks to front desk staff as needed. Provides coverage when needed to cover open shifts.
– Leads by example by providing best-in-class service to museum visitors.
– Lead the on-going creation of customer service standards, operations manuals, and assist in implementation.
– Develop the annual Public Operations budget and track Public Operations related revenue.
– Manage and assist with experience and audience evaluation related work.
Public Events – 20%
– Provides broad leadership for all public events.
– Oversees Public Event Planning (PEP) meetings, assigns team roles, organizes information, and thinks ahead to avoid problems.
– Ensures partner and outreach support before and during the event.
– Oversees the creation of layouts for all public events.
– Ensures communication related to events between departments.
Retail – 20%
– Lead the ordering, receipt, processing, inventory management, and overall organization and appearance of the store.
– Research and source unique items that connect to the mission and visitor experience and extend the museum’s brand.
– Develop the annual retail budget and associated net revenue goals and provide updated forecasts throughout the year.
– Create required end-of-month reports related to retail operation.
– Coordinate design and implement new apparel and other museum-related merchandise that connects to brand, exhibits, and collections.
Database Coordination – 10%
– Serves as primary point of contact for CRM users internally and with Altru.
– Lead the maintenance and updates for the database, assist staff in troubleshooting database issues.
– Run reports as needed for the museum.
– Ensure communication related to CRM between departments.
Other duties as needed or required
– Perform other duties as needed or required which are within the position’s scope.
Diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion
– Diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion (DEAI) are core functions of all positions at the Bakken Museum. While some roles may have more specific responsibilities, the items below are a part of everyone’s role at the museum:
– Demonstrate a commitment to DEAI through continuous personal development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias to help cultivate and promote a culture of inclusivity and belonging for all staff.
– Proactively work on your own and collaboratively with other museum staff to ensure equitable and representative experiences for all museum visitors and program participants.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
– 3+ years of management experience.
– Retail sales experience.
– Experience with CRM database management preferred.
– Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
– Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
– Superior customer service skills.
– Ability to juggle several active projects at the same time.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
– Ability to sit and/or stand for up to 8 hours per shift.
– Ability to move through and access all areas of the buildings and grounds including stairs, indoor and outdoor areas, and small spaces.
– Ability to manipulate computers, office equipment, folding chairs and tables, and similar items related to an office environment.
– Must be able to move boxes, tables, or chairs up to 40 pounds to support retail store or events.
TRAVEL:
– Very little. Limited to metro area for occasional support of programs or museum initiatives.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the staff member assigned to this position. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The Bakken Museum is committed to pay equity. The Bakken Museum provides pay grade transparency, and benchmarks pay grades and compensation compared to market. In addition to salary, The Bakken Museum offers a comprehensive benefits package for full time staff and part time staff working over 20 hours including employer matched 403(b), employer sponsored health & dental insurance, paid parental leave, and PTO.
Responsible for all aspects of customer service related to visiting Ford House. This fast -paced position ensures frontline staff are trained & equipped to provide a world-class experience to diverse audiences. Instrumental in managing visitor center operations, private event rentals, and public events. Manages (CRM) database to ensure proper processing and reporting of earned revenue sales.