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Jonathan Rohner
-Jonathan
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Database & Membership Coordinator, Adler Planetarium, Chicago, IL
The Adler Planetarium is seeking a Database & Membership Coordinator to oversee gift and database management including gift/membership entry, acknowledgement and reporting, and membership fulfillment. This position reports to the Campaign Director.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- oversee donor database using Raiser’s Edge fundraising software
- manage accuracy and security of confidential donor records
- produce reports and conduct research to identify donor prospects
- advise and train Advancement staff in Raiser’s Edge protocols
- deposit gifts and membership contributions
- serve as a liaison with the Business Office in monthly fundraising reconciliation activities
oversee fulfillment mailings for membership program
attend special events, members’ functions, and other meetings as required
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors Degree or substantial work toward a degree is required
- one to three years of data entry/database experience
- Raiser’s Edge fundraising software training and experience are essential
Applicants should e-mail a cover letter, resume, and salary history to:
Marguerite E. Dawson
Director of Human Resources
Email address: hr-datam...@adlerplanetarium.org
Telephone: 312.322.0591
EEO
URL http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
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HISTORIAN II (Education), Old Capitol Museum, Jackson, Mississippi
MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY
HISTORIAN II (Education)
OLD CAPITOL MUSEUM
Jackson, Mississippi
STARTING ANNUAL SALARY PLUS BENEFITS: $30,195.41
To apply for this position, please go to the State Personnel Board website at www.spb.state.ms.us, and submit an e-application, or call 601/576-6865 to request an application.
This position involves work that is highly professional in nature. It involves working with teachers and school groups, developing educational materials and programs, conducting educational programs, conducting tours, and other duties regarding interpreting the historic Old Capitol and its three main focus areas of history, civics, and historic preservation. Incumbent works under the general supervision of a director; however, incumbent may have supervisory responsibilities in his/her section.
Essential Functions
The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Research, develop, and promote educational tours suitable for the various types of groups the Old Capitol attracts, i.e. elementary, high school, college, adult, disabled, and other special tours
2. Develop pre-visit materials for school groups coordinated with school curriculum
3. Prepare and present programs to school and community groups
4. Develops schedules for volunteers and assigns workloads
Other duties include, but not limited to:
1. Operate reception desk
2. Answer switchboard
Education and experience must meet one of the following criteria:
• Master’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and one (1) year of related experience
Special qualifications: The required degree must be in history, southern studies, museum studies, English, communication, or public relations. The required experience must be in teaching, events planning or program coordination with an academic institution, historical organization, agency or museum.
MDAH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Contract Registrarial Clerk, US Capitol, Washington, DC
Contract Registrarial Clerk
This position is part of a 2-person team for a competitive bid for a conservation survey of furniture at the US Capitol in Washington, DC. Clerk will work with a conservator to record statistical and condition information in hard copy and/or laptop computer. Project is tentatively scheduled for the first three weeks of August, with possible extensions in October and November if needed, but exact schedule is subject to change. Work days are anticipated to be Monday - Friday, 9 AM – 4 PM, with ½ hour for lunch, for a 6 ½ hour work day. Team will move from room to room in a rapid manner locating and surveying historic furniture. Project may also involve transcription of hard copy to computer off-site at the Clerk’s own facility.
Required skills: Familiarity with historic objects and collections terminology. Excellent typing speed and accuracy. Neat and efficient handwriting. Good working knowledge of Word 2003 or later. Ability to work effectively in informal and temporary facilities. Reasonable physical endurance, and ability to walk a number of miles each day while working on one’s feet. Must be located within daily commuting distance of US Capitol or have one’s own lodging in Washington, DC. Great opportunity for a recent museum studies graduate or an intern to gain experience in an important historical collection.
Bid proposal must be ready for submission no later than July 6. At your earliest convenience, please submit a letter of interest with compensation needs, and a copy of your resume to a...@conservator.com. Thank you for your interest.
Marc Williams, President
American Conservation Consortium, Ltd.
4 Rockville Road
Broad Brook, CT 06016
www.conservator.com
860-386-6058
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Curatorial Research Assistant, Still National Osteopathic Museum and National Center for Osteopathic History, A.T. Still University, Kirksville, MO
Curatorial Research Assistant
Still National Osteopathic Museum and National Center for Osteopathic History
A.T. Still University, Kirksville, MO
Full-time 32 hours per week
*we do not cover moving expenses
The responsibilities of the Curatorial Research Assistant position include:
Conducting curatorial research for Museum, ATSU/KCOM staff, faculty, and the general public. This involves talking and/or corresponding with researchers from around the world to determine their interests and needs; identifying research resources; making judgments about scope and timing of assistance; handling reference services, including usage policies, reproduction requests, and fees; overseeing use of the reading room.
Assisting Curator with donations. This includes preparing and tracking gift lists and donor correspondence; maintaining donor records; cleaning and storing new acquisitions.
Assisting Curator with collections care. This involves maintaining collections records; doing data entry for computerized inventory; monitoring status of stored artifacts; overseeing cleaning of storage areas.
Conducting inventory of Museum collections. This involves combining three collections into one numbering system and placing this information into a computer program. Basic computer skills and digital/scanning skills are required. This is a very detail oriented job; you will be researching past accession records and placing this information along with new information into the system. This is an extensive task and you will work closely with the Curator.
Working as part of a close-knit team. Because we are a small staff with a large scope of activities, everyone is both a specialist and a generalist. Staff members take individual responsibility for their own areas but also work collectively on group needs and fill in for other staff as needed, especially with public functions (front desk, etc.).
Knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Word (2007), Adobe Photoshop, Omni page, and Past Perfect preferred.
The position requires patience, creative problem-solving skills, discretion, integrity, initiative, and attention to detail. It also requires the ability to lift and carry artifacts and boxes (approx. 40 lbs. max.) short distances and to stand on a ladder at times.
Please send your resume and salary requirements to:
Jason Haxton, Director
Still National Osteopathic Museum
800 West Jefferson
Kirksville, MO 63501
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History Museum Senior Education Curator, City of El Paso, Texas
The City of El Paso, Texas seeks a History Museum Senior Education Curator to supervise and recruit museum's volunteer tour guides and public education programs for an assigned area.
Candidate must have a Master's degree in museum studies, American History, or related field, and two (2) years of museum educational program experience.
Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License or an equivalent from another state by time of application. Please visit our website at www.elpasotexas.gov for a required application, how to apply and to view a detailed job description.
Interested individuals should send a complete application with supporting documents to The City of El Paso, Human Resources Department, 2 Civic Center Plaza, 3rd floor, El Paso, TX 79901, Phone (915) 541-4088, Fax (915) 541-4220. E-mail: EPAppli...@elpasotexas.gov
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Research Assistant, Valentine Richmond History Center, Richmond, Virginia
The Valentine Richmond History Center, an AAM accredited institution located in Richmond's Historic Court End neighborhood, seeks to fill the following position:
Position Title: Research Assistant
Number of Positions: 1
Tenure: Temporary, part time position, July 2008 - June 2009 (subject to renewal)
Hours: 27.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday (Core required hours:
11:30am-4:30pm, Tuesday through Friday)
Salary: $10.00 per hour, no benefits
General Responsibilities: The Research Assistant is responsible for providing a range of reference and research services at the Valentine Richmond History Center. This position provides these services by: performing searches of and setting appointments in the History Center collections that include the Archives, General Collection and Costume & Textiles Collection; managing sales of photographic reprints and maintaining statistics on usage, photography orders and permission fees; participating in the evaluation and development of the Archives' access
tools; performing other duties as required. These duties are carried out 11:30am-4:30pm Tuesday through Friday. The Research Assistant is also responsible for inventory, cataloguing, data entry and scanning of two-dimensional objects in the archives collection. These duties are carried out based on mutually agreed upon schedule with supervisor. All work is conducted in accordance with the History Center's official Collections Management Policy, adhering to the code of ethics advised by the American Association of Museums.
Qualifications: Candidate must be organized and detail-oriented with excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. The Research Assistant preferably holds a BA in history, art history or museum studies with some experience in library or archival reference work. The Research Assistant must have good knowledge of Richmond and Virginia history. Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets and databases is important. Familiarity with basic archival principles and digitization standards is preferred.
Full job description can be found at:
http://www.richmondhistorycenter.com/jobs.asp
Deadline: July 11, 2008
To apply please mail, fax or email cover letter, resume, and three references to:
Director of Archives and Photographic Services
Valentine Richmond History Center
1015 E. Clay Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
Fax: (804) 643-3510
Email: mhu...@richmondhistorycenter.com
No phone calls please.
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3 positions, Metropolitan Center for the Visual Arts (VisArts at Rockville), Rockville, MD
Job Opening: Education Coordinator to Education Department
Position:
The Metropolitan Center for the Visual Arts (VisArts at Rockville) is seeking an Education Coordinator for the Visual Arts Education Department. The Education Coordinator reports to the Executive and Associate Directors of VisArts. The candidate will oversee all classes, workshops and education events, as well as assist teachers and students on a daily basis. Daily education department management includes ensuring consistent high-quality customer service and providing support to the Associate Director of VisArts. Some evening and weekend work required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Manage classes and teachers on a daily basis
• Develop course offering schedule and room assignment calendar
• Produce program-related text and publication design for seasonal catalogs and additional brochures
• Maintain course registrations and student database
• Respond to all teacher, volunteer and intern applications and schedule interviews
• Oversee department supply lists and place orders
• Work with other Departments to support administration of satellite programs
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree: Fine art or Education preferred (Masters degree in Arts Administration a plus)
• Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite required
• Publication and graphic design experience (Photoshop and/or InDesign preferred)
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to focus on details and multiple deadlines
• Exceptional interpersonal skill/and or customer service experience required
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Leadership experience working for an art organization, museum or non-profit organization
• Must have own transportation
• Adaptable to fast-paced, ever changing work environment
About VisArts:
VisArts at Rockville has earned a reputation for excellence and innovation as a venue and in its education programs committed to contemporary visual art and design.
VisArts actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, physical or mental handicap, religion, national origin, or political affiliation.
For best consideration, send a resume, cover letter and three professional references by August 15, 2008 to:
VisArts at Rockville
Attn: Executive Director
155 Gibbs Street #300
Rockville, MD 20850
Or email to: ExecDi...@VisArtsCenter.org
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Exhibitions Education and Public Programs Manager
The Education and Public Programs Manager must have a passion for contemporary art and the ability to spark interest, arouse curiosity, and encourage children and adults to learn about art utilizing visual literacy and object oriented learning.
Duties:
Create, plan, and facilitate all VisArts exhibition-related educational and public programs in association with the Gallery Director and Assistant Director. Current programs include Artist Lecture Series, Art Talks, Art Stops, Hear Arts and Family Days at VisArts. Develop all educational materials for exhibitions, including the Children's Discovery Gallery, materials and any other non-curatorial tour materials such as the VisArts cell phone audio tour and Teacher's Guide. Create custom audio cell phone guides for each exhibition. Encourage and assist artists to record a personal message about their work. Devise innovative ways to encourage use of this educational resource. Create and send email blasts to over 1,500 contacts, advertising all gallery and education events working with the Marketing Manager and Education Department. Prepare all education related text for publications. Build and maintain relationships with regional educational community; promote exhibitions as educational resources and schedule and lead all school tours. Create mission-related content for workshops; manage teachers and oversee workshops, while assisting teachers as needed. Expand reputation of excellence through innovative and original educational programs.
Qualifications:
Qualified candidate will have a Bachelors' degree in museum studies, (Master's Degree preferred), arts education, and three years'
experience managing museum quality education department or as a senior member of a museum education team is preferred. The successful candidate will have a broad knowledge of art, education and will be committed to enhancing visitors' experiences with works of art. Superb oral and written communication skills, proficiency with Word, Excel and databases and the ability and passion to engage people of a variety of ages and educational backgrounds are required.
Part-time or full time considered. Salary commensurate with experience.
For best consideration, send a cover letter and resume, or curriculum vitae and three names of references by August 15, 2008 to:
Director of Exhibitions and Programming
VisArts at Rockville
155 Gibbs Street # 300
Rockville, MD 20850
Or email to: gal...@visartscenter.org
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Assistant Exhibitions Director
VisArts at Rockville has earned a reputation for excellence and innovation as a venue committed to contemporary visual art and design.
The Gallery presents 6 major exhibitions per year, emphasizing artists, and designers of local and national reputation.
Duties: Assist the Director of Exhibitions with management and curatorial aspects of gallery, including exhibitions and public programs, i.e. lectures, symposia, artists residencies, internships, off-site exhibitions, and fundraising events. Work with the Education and Public Programs Manager overseeing the planning and implementation of the related public events and education, outreach and artist residency programs. Work with the Exhibitions Director also working with Education and Outreach Directors to prepare material for publication including, but not limited to, press releases, calendars, invitations, wall text, brochures, catalogues, and posters.
Qualifications:
• Bachelors or Master's degree in, art, Museum Studies, art history, or related fields.
• Dynamic working knowledge of contemporary art and design
• Experience with hands-on curatorial work in a museum or gallery setting involving exhibitions, handling art objects, developing education and outreach programs and meeting with artists, collectors and curators
• Excellent organizational, time management and oral and written communication skills.
• Efficient budgetary management
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to interact with a diverse public.
VisArts actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, physical or mental handicap, religion, national origin, or political affiliation.
Part-time or full time acceptable
For best consideration, send a cover letter and resume, or curriculum vitae and three names of references by August 15, 2008 to:
Director of Exhibitions and Programming
VisArts at Rockville
155 Gibbs Street #300
Rockville, MD 20850
Or email to: gal...@visartscenter.org
Kate
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On Jun 30, 3:01 pm, Jonathan Rohner <jlroh...@msn.com> wrote:
> FYI - I am a former museum professional (past three years) that is beginning his master's degree this fall - I saw these on another list serve that I am on based on a previous internship. Please don't contact me about any of them, as I literally copy/pasted them from the other list serve. -Jonathan
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> Database & Membership Coordinator, Adler Planetarium, Chicago, IL
> The Adler Planetarium is seeking a Database & Membership Coordinator to oversee gift and database management including gift/membership entry, acknowledgement and reporting, and membership fulfillment. This position reports to the Campaign Director.
> Duties and Responsibilities:
>
> oversee donor database using Raiser’s Edge fundraising software
> manage accuracy and security of confidential donor records
> produce reports and conduct research to identify donor prospects
> advise and train Advancement staff in Raiser’s Edge protocols
> deposit gifts and membership contributions
> serve as a liaison with the Business Office in monthly fundraising reconciliation activities
> oversee fulfillment mailings for membership program
> attend special events, members’ functions, and other meetings as required
> Education and Experience:
>
> Bachelors Degree or substantial work toward a degree is required
> one to three years of data entry/database experience
> Raiser’s Edge fundraising software training and experience are essential
> Applicants should e-mail a cover letter, resume, and salary history to:
> Marguerite E. Dawson
> Director of Human Resources
> EEO
> URL http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
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> HISTORIAN II (Education), Old Capitol Museum, Jackson, Mississippi
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> MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY
> HISTORIAN II (Education)
> OLD CAPITOL MUSEUM
> Jackson, Mississippi
> STARTING ANNUAL SALARY PLUS BENEFITS: $30,195.41
> Interested individuals should send a complete application with supporting documents to The City of El Paso, Human Resources Department, 2 Civic Center Plaza, 3rd floor, El Paso, TX 79901, Phone (915) 541-4088, Fax (915) 541-4220. E-mail: EPApplicati...@elpasotexas.gov
> Research Assistant, Valentine Richmond History Center, Richmond, Virginia
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>
> Exhibitions Education and Public Programs Manager
> The Education and Public Programs Manager must have a passion for contemporary art and the ability to spark interest, arouse curiosity, and encourage children and adults to learn about art utilizing visual literacy and object oriented learning.
> Duties:
> Create, plan, and facilitate all VisArts exhibition-related educational and public programs in association with the Gallery Director and Assistant Director. Current programs include Artist Lecture Series, Art Talks, Art Stops, Hear Arts and Family Days at VisArts. Develop all educational materials for exhibitions, including the Children's Discovery Gallery, materials and any other non-curatorial tour materials such as the VisArts cell phone audio tour and Teacher's Guide. Create custom audio cell phone guides for each exhibition. Encourage and assist artists to record a personal message about their work. Devise innovative ways to encourage use of this educational resource. Create and send email blasts to over 1,500 contacts, advertising all gallery and education events working with the Marketing Manager and Education Department. Prepare all education related text for publications. Build and maintain relationships with regional educational community; promote exhibitions as educational resources and schedule and lead all school tours. Create mission-related content for workshops; manage teachers and oversee workshops, while assisting teachers as needed. Expand reputation of excellence through innovative and original educational programs.
> Qualifications:
> Qualified candidate will have a Bachelors' degree in museum studies, (Master's Degree preferred), arts education, and three years'
> experience managing museum quality education department or as a senior member of a museum education team is preferred. The successful candidate will have a broad knowledge of art, education and will be committed to enhancing visitors' experiences with works of art. Superb oral and written communication skills, proficiency with Word, Excel and databases and the ability and passion to engage people of a variety of ages and educational backgrounds are required.
> Part-time or full time considered. Salary commensurate with experience.
> For best consideration, send a cover letter and resume, or curriculum vitae and three names of references by August 15, 2008 to:
> Director of Exhibitions and Programming
> VisArts at Rockville
> 155 Gibbs Street # 300
> Rockville, MD 20850
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>
> Assistant Exhibitions Director
>
> VisArts at Rockville has earned a reputation for excellence and innovation as a venue committed to contemporary visual art and design.
> The Gallery presents 6 major exhibitions per year, emphasizing artists, and designers of local and national reputation.
> Duties: Assist the Director of Exhibitions with management and curatorial aspects of gallery, including exhibitions and public programs, i.e. lectures, symposia, artists residencies, internships, off-site exhibitions, and fundraising events. Work with the Education and Public Programs Manager overseeing the planning and implementation of the related public events and education, outreach and artist residency programs. Work with the Exhibitions Director also working with Education and Outreach Directors to prepare material for publication including, but not limited to, press releases, calendars, invitations, wall text, brochures, catalogues, and posters.
> Qualifications:
> • Bachelors or Master's degree in, art, Museum Studies, art history, or related fields.
> • Dynamic working knowledge of contemporary art and design
> • Experience with hands-on curatorial work in a museum or gallery setting involving exhibitions, handling art objects, developing education and outreach programs and meeting with artists, collectors and curators
> • Excellent organizational, time management and oral and written communication skills.
> • Efficient budgetary management
> • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
> • Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to interact with a diverse public.
> VisArts actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, physical or mental handicap, religion, national origin, or political affiliation.
> Part-time or full time acceptable
> For best consideration, send a cover letter and resume, or curriculum vitae and three names of references by August 15, 2008 to:
> Director of Exhibitions and Programming
> VisArts at Rockville
> 155 Gibbs Street #300
> Rockville, MD 20850