Employment Opportunity: Dumbarton House

Job Posting: NSCDA Membership Coordinator

Dumbarton House, national headquarters and AAM-accredited historic house museum of The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America [NSCDA], is undergoing an exciting transformation. Guided by a revised mission statement, new strategic plans, and dedicated board leadership, Dumbarton House is poised to strengthen headquarters support for our members as we approach the 125th anniversary of this women’s lineage organization dedicated to preservation, patriotism, and education. The NSCDA Membership Coordinator—a positive and motivated professional with impeccable customer service skills and ability to take direction from multiple sources—will have a unique opportunity to impact the future of the NSCDA and Dumbarton House during this important period.

Position responsibilities, include:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with NSCDA leadership nationally, and support 44 Corporate Societies and 15,200 individual members nationally;
• Coordinate NSCDA meetings, workshops, and trips/tour;
• Maintain NSCDA membership database, providing reports and analysis as needed;
• Manage all aspects of headquarters reception and hospitality;
• Coordinate NSCDA Strategic Plan progress and reporting, collecting and collating data from national committees and Corporate Societies to support annual report creation;
• Manage gift shop and other sales;
• Maintain NSCDA Archives, overseeing cataloguing, housing, conservation, digitization, and research projects;
• Manage online member resources and support member communications, including website maintenance, online databases, e-newsletters, webinars, etc.; and
• Supervise Membership Assistant and other periodic part-time, intern, or volunteer headquarters staff.

Qualifications:

• Strong customer service skills and ability to build rapport with members of all ages across the country;
• Self-directed, motivated, tactful, diplomatic, and congenial;
• Proactive and positive attitude, creative problem-solver, and ability to multi-task;
• Proven attention to detail and strong organizing, speaking, and writing skills;
• Strong computer skills, with database, word processing, webinar, and website maintenance experience;
• Experience executing administrative actions and conference planning; and
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, and attitude of respect for working with diverse staff, volunteers, members, and visitors.

To Apply:
Please send cover letter & resume to KarenDaly@DumbartonHouse.org with NSCDA Membership as the subject. No phone calls please.

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Salisbury University, located on Maryland's beautiful Eastern Shore, is seeking an energetic, dynamic, and qualified applicant to join the staff of the Edward H. Nabb Research Center for Delmarva History and Culture as its part-time Outreach and Education Coordinator.Minimum qualifications are a bachelor's degree in history, social studies education, museum studies, or a related field and a minimum of one year of outreach experience at a research center, historical society, historical library, museum, archives, or similar institution.This is a part-time (20 hours per week) exempt State position with a prorated benefits package.  Salary commensurate with experience.  For more information and to apply, please go to: http://www.salisbury.edu/hr/Jobs/single.asp?ident=1926



Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, one of three historic sites of the Morris County Park Commission, located in Morristown, NJ seeks a full-time Historic Farm Foreman/Interpreter.  The site is one of the oldest living historical farms in New Jersey. The position is full-time, year-round and is responsible for the maintenance and interpretation of the farm, including the care of farm animals, maintenance of farming equipment (some modern, some historic), and the development of educational programs for the general public and school children.  The candidate must have experience in the proper use and care of domesticated animals in a historic farm setting, the supervision and training of current farm staff, new staff and volunteers.  The candidate should also have experience using period implements associated with plowing, planting, cultivating, fertilizing, spraying, pruning and harvesting, be able to perform and supervise routine maintenance of historic farming operations, develop and implement educational programs, work with other education staff to present and interpret programming associated with the farm, and other duties as assigned. The chosen candidate must live on site in housing provided by the Morris County Park Commission (no exceptions), and conduct evening checks of livestock and the farm.  Qualifications:  Candidate must be a college graduate with a major program of study in agriculture or a historic farming program, have a minimum of one year’s experience associated with the operation of a living historical farm, and the development of educational programming in this setting.  Candidate will have the ability to care for and use domesticated farm animals at a living historical farm, operate and maintain modern and historic mechanical equipment, work flexible hours including evenings and weekends,  and have a knowledge of tools, methods and materials used at living historical farms.  The candidate must demonstrate an ability to manage and supervise subordinate personnel, have the ability to lift and carry weights of at least fifty pounds, and be able to properly use a computer. Salary: $49,000/year.  Additional compensation includes the on-site housing, and a medical, dental and pension plan (with employee contributions). 
 Email cover letter, resume and references by October 4, 2014 to:  Mark Sutherland, Manager of Historic Sites – msutherland@morrisparks.net.  No phone calls please.  For more information about the Morris County Park Commission and Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, visit morrisparks.net or friendsoffosterfields.org



The Nicholas Newlin Foundation seeks a creative, enthusiastic professional Program and Administration Manager. Responsibilities include designing and implementing school-age and adult programs, coordinating an environmental summer camp, promoting programs, working with special events, and organizational communications. The Program and Administration Manager must be enthusiastic, possess proven organizational and management skills, and work well with volunteers. Candidates must communicate well in speech and writing with staff, board members, education professionals, and the public. Three years program experience and a Bachelor’s degree, or higher, in public history, history, or a related field is required. Experience with publications, website, social media and technology is desirable. The private, non-profit foundation operates the Newlin Grist Mill, a collection of nine buildings including a working 1704 Mill, two early 18^th century homes, working blacksmith shop, and a research archive situated on 160 acres. The organization has a dual mission of historical and environmental preservation and education.

Application deadline is September 20, 2014.Send inquiries and resumes to:info@newlingristmill.org orDirector, Newlin Grist Mill, 219 S. Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA 19342

Job Posting- Orange County NC

Museum Coordinator – Part Time

Orange County Historical Museum

The Orange County Historical Museum is seeking a part-time Museum Coordinator to work approximately 15 hours per week, Wednesday – Friday and on occasion to work evenings and weekends.  Compensation:  $8.25 per hour

The Museum Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that daily Museum operations tasks are completed. These include opening the Museum, greeting and providing visitor services, ensuring the Museum is clean, answering visitor and researcher inquiries, facilitating gift shop sales and closing the Museum. The Museum Coordinator works to recruit, schedule, train and oversee volunteers to complete Museum projects and maintain daily Museum operations. The Museum Coordinator works with the Executive Director and committees to coordinate details for special events and public programming. The Museum Coordinator assists the Executive Director in creating, updating and maintaining Museum publicity, marketing, and social media efforts.

Preference will be given to candidates who have a B.A. or higher in History, Historic Preservation, Museum Studies, American Studies, or a related field.  Past experience managing/scheduling people, customer service and marketing experience a plus.  To be successful in this position the candidate should be self-motivated, organized,  possess excellent communication skills, be proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher, and social networking sites, and should have a working knowledge of American social and cultural history.  Knowledge of PastPerfect and LittleGreenLight or other types of database software a plus.  A successful candidate for this position must be comfortable and enjoy interacting with the public and speaking to small and large groups.

The Orange County Historical Museum, located in Hillsborough, NC, enlightens and engages its community and visitors from around the world by preserving and interpreting the history of Hillsborough and Orange County. The Museum houses and displays unique Orange County artifacts and documents, provides hands-on history programs for children, and offers a variety of events and exhibits. To learn more about the Museum, visit our site at www.orangeNChistory.org and our blog, www.orangenchistory.wordpress.com.

To be considered for this position, please send a resume, cover letter, and three references to Brandie Fields at director@orangeNChistory.org.  Email questions to director@orangeNChistory.org.

Employment Opportunity: Associate at the Octagon Museum in Washington, DC

Full details from: https://aiacareers.hua.hrsmartpe.com/hrsmart/ats/Posting/view/130

Delaware Interpreter Position!

announces the opening of the following casual/seasonal year-round position
Historical Interpreter Salary: $11.25 per hour

SUMMARY: Creative, motivated person needed to work year-round as an historical interpreter at First
State Heritage Park in Dover. This is a part-time/year-round position which may vary from 15-30 hours per
week. Saturday work may be necessary, as well as occasional evenings & holidays.
The State of Delaware is AA/EOE.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Strong interest in history required. Some background or college coursework in American history preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills in welcoming visitors of all ages to the park.
• Ability to present accurate historical material in an engaging way.
• Ability and willingness to learn a significant amount of historical material essential.
• Public speaking experience and ability to communicate effectively to all age groups necessary.
• A willingness to develop acting skills required; some theatrical experience helpful.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. is necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Conduct tours of Delaware’s capitol building – Legislative Hall.
• Conduct a variety of historical walking tours in period clothing.
• Provide historical interpretation at the John Bell House on The Green.
• Conduct school tours and programs for kindergarten through college-age groups.
• Participate in historical theater presentations and evening lantern tours.
• Assist with various tasks to enhance and promote the park.
• Willing to work Saturdays, occasional evenings & some holidays.

BENEFITS: This is a seasonal position without traditional benefits. Direct Deposit of paychecks will be
required as a condition of employment for new employees.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Please send cover letter, resume, 3 work references and a completed state seasonal application

http://www.dnrec.delaware.gov/parks/Home/Documents/Application_Seasonal.pdf

 to:
Sarah Zimmerman
First State Heritage Park
102 S. State Street
Dover DE 19901
sarah.zimmerman@state.de.us

Employment Opportunity: Program Assistant, Conservation Assessment Program

Position Announcement

Program Assistant, Conservation Assessment Program

Heritage Preservation seeks a Program Assistant to assist the Director in the administration of the Conservation Assessment Program.

Heritage Preservation is a national non-profit organization based in downtown Washington, D.C. that is dedicated to preserving the cultural heritage of the United States. By identifying risks, developing innovative programs, and providing broad public access to expert advice, Heritage Preservation assists museums, libraries, archives, historic preservation and other organizations, as well as individuals, in caring for our endangered heritage.

The Conservation Assessment Program (CAP) helps small to mid-sized museums of all types, from art museums to zoos, obtain a general assessment of the condition of their collections, environment, and historic buildings. It is supported through a cooperative agreement with the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

CAP Assistant duties include, but are not limited to, assistance with program inquiries, production and distribution of application materials, oversight of the online application form, processing applications, screening application eligibility, production and distribution of newsletters, providing assistance to program participants and assessors by phone and e-mail, promoting the program to museums, coordinating program evaluation, digitization of records, and maintaining CAP program FileMaker database.

The CAP Assistant should have excellent organizational and written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with routine, and strong interpersonal skills.

Compensation: Salary in the mid $30,000s plus a comprehensive benefits package that includes a public transit allocation. Heritage Preservation will not cover relocation expenses.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in museum studies, art history, history, or a related field. This entry level position is ideal for a recent college graduate. Candidates should have experience with Microsoft Office; knowledge of FileMaker Pro is desirable.

How to Apply: Email resume with cover letter describing relevant skills, experience, and interest to:

Melanie Zucker

Director, Conservation Assessment Program

Heritage Preservation

cap@heritagepreservation.org

Please no phone calls.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the deadline of Friday, May 2, 2014 at 11:59 pm.

Heritage Preservation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information on Heritage Preservation or CAP, please visit the Heritage Preservation Web site at www.heritagepreservation.org.

Employment Opportunity: Administrative Assistant with The Stepping Stones Foundation

The Stepping Stones Foundation

66 Oak Road, Katonah NY 10536

http://www.steppingstones.org

Job Posting

Administrative Assistant (Part-Time)

Stepping Stones is the historic home of Bill and Lois Wilson, co-founders, respectively, of Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon Family Groups. The nonprofit organization is located in Katonah/Bedford Hills, Westchester County, NY.

Position Title: Administrative Assistant (part-time)

Position Purpose: The Administrative Assistant assists the Executive Director with ongoing administrative support duties related to the operation of the Foundation, the 8.5 acre National Historic Landmark, its facilities and grounds.

Reports to: Executive Director

Hours/Schedule: 15-30 hours/week (Hours may vary by season. Requests for flexible hours may be considered.) Hours will typically be between 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. with a few evenings and Saturdays per year.

Pay Rate & Benefits: Benefits and paid time off not available for this part-time position.

General Requirements: In general, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for supporting the ongoing operation of the Foundation through:

1.      A cheerful, polite, welcoming and service-oriented disposition and communication style.

2.      The maintenance of an organized and clean work environment.

3.      A high attention to detail and error-free work style.

4.      A punctual and reliable work ethic.

Position Responsibilities:

·      Clerical Support –administering routine office and site operations, including: filing; answering phones; processing donations, purchases, acknowledgements, tour and information requests; collating, copying, and faxing; responding to emails; data entry; drafting and typing correspondence; ordering, shelving and organizing supplies and merchandise (up to 30 lbs.); shipping, posting and delivering mail and materials (up to 30 lbs.); and making deliveries.

·      Customer service / guest relations –effectively and politely managing guest requests, phone calls and emails and serving as backup guest host

·      Communication and presentation –accurately, efficiently and appropriately responding to in person, phone and electronic requests, to schedule appointments and meetings, and to serve as backup tour guide and presenter

·      Maintenance – handling litter pick up, garbage (up to 30 lbs.) removal/recycling and light maintenance tasks

Stepping Stones Administrative Assistant Job Posting/Page 2

Requirements:

·      Applicants must be licensed to drive and have access to reliable personal transportation.

·      Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, email and ability to learn and interact with database and vendor systems

·      Exceptional customer service skills

·      Strong organizational skills

·      Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

·      Good record keeping skills

·      Good telephone etiquette

·      Professional presentation

·      Demonstrated ability to set priorities and organize work effectively and efficiently including developing and maintaining effective record keeping systems

·      Ability to compose correspondence

·      Utmost integrity and maintenance of confidentiality

·      Ability to adapt to changes in routine and schedule

Preferred Skills or Experience

·      Full proficiency in both English and Spanish languages (written and verbal)

·      Experience with historic sites, museums, parks, nonprofits, and research institutions (universities, libraries, archives)

·      Knowledge and/or interest in the history of the 12-Step movement and Bill and Lois Wilson

·      Knowledge of the Town of Bedford and surrounding areas of Westchester

·      Familiarity with Microsoft Publisher, Constant Contact and Google calendar

·      Familiarity with accounting, fundraising and collections database software systems

·      Photography and/or graphic design skills

·      Familiarity with editing and posting to template-based websites and social media

To Apply: Email resume, cover letter and three references to Executive Director at mailto:info@steppingstones.org

The Stepping Stones Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.

Employment Opportunity with Historic Sugartown

Historic Sugartown, Inc. – Guide Job Description and Announcement

Part-Time Historic Site Guide

Historic Sugartown Inc.

690 Sugartown Road

Malvern, PA 19355

Description:

Historic Sugartown, a 19^th century crossroads village, is seeking enthusiastic part-time Historic Site Guides! Historic Site Guides are the primary staff members for educational tours during our site’s new open hours. The site will be open to the public every weekend between May 3^rd and December 14^th from 11AM-4PM Saturdays and 1PM-4PM on Sundays. Additional hours may be available during special programs, scheduled group and school tours, and events throughout the year.

Salary Information: This is a non-exempt position with an hourly wage of $9.00.

Key Responsibilities:

To ensure a positive visitor experience, the Historic Site Guide is responsible for:

·         Presenting engaging and educational tours for a variety of audience types and age groups.

·         Handling admission monies when individuals / groups arrive on site.

·         Guiding visitors/school groups safely throughout the site and the buildings.

·         Promoting the historic site and other public programs available to visitors.

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Interest in and familiarity with nineteenth century Pennsylvania and American history.

·         Able to speak to large and diverse audiences, including school groups and seniors.

·         Able to work a flexible schedule and be available an average of one day every other weekend throughout the open season (May 3^rd through December 14^th).

·         Able to provide reliable attendance and punctuality.

·         Able to maintain a professional appearance and decorum, including wearing required nametag or shirt.

·         Able to navigate difficult terrains, stand for long periods of time, and lift objects up to twenty pounds.

·         Possess excellent interpersonal skills.

·         Able to work creatively and effectively as member of a team, and contribute ideas and knowledge to the programs at Historic Sugartown.

·         Expertise in museum education, teaching, or historic handcrafts/skills a plus.

·         Submit to required background checks.

About Historic Sugartown:

Historic Sugartown is a restored 19^th-century crossroads village encompassing 9 buildings over 9.2 acres. Today, Sugartown offers a window into early American life. Visitors can experience how people came together to conduct business, exchange news, and share their lives as a community.

The site is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of a 19^th century village while providing an authentic experience of culture and architecture and enhancing visitor’s understanding of our American Heritage.

Positions are open until filled and multiple positions are available.  Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume by email to jobs@historicsugartown.org or by mail to Historic Sugartown, Inc., P.O. Box 1423, Malvern, PA 19355.