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Internship [Discovery Room]

*Discovery Room*

*Internship Program*

*Fall 2012*

This is a great opportunity for students not in fieldwork this year, and
for students who will be doing their museum internship in the spring.

American Museum of Natural History

The Discovery Room is an immersive, interactive exhibit that offers
families, and especially children ages 5-12, an interactive gateway to the
wonders of the Museum and a hands-on, behind-the scenes look at its
science. Every major field of Museum science and research, from
anthropology to zoology, is represented. Children, accompanied by adults,
explore an array of artifacts and specimens, puzzles, and scientific
challenges. Activities in the room encourage visitors of all ages to think
like a scientist and explore topics of their own interest, all while
exercising observation and process skills.

Discovery Room interns serve as facilitators, providing support and
guidance to visitors as they find their way through the room. Facilitation
requires the willingness to experiment with personal engagement styles and
the challenge of incorporating inquiry methods and object-based teaching
strategies into a fast paced, immersive environment. Interns are expected
to gain proficiency in a minimum of two science content areas such as
paleontology, anthropology, biodiversity, microscopy, invertebrate zoology,
seismology, astronomy or any other area represented in the room.

Interns work closely with Discovery Room staff to explore strategies for
interpreting these science concepts and develop new worksheets, exhibition
elements, or facilitator training materials to incorporate those strategies
across the program. Interns may also take on exhibit maintenance, label
design and preparation, collections housing, and live animal care tasks as
assigned.

Candidates must have experience working with young children in an informal
setting and be able to maintain a professional demeanor at all times while
serving diverse audiences. They must possess a strong curiosity for the
natural world and an enthusiasm for sharing that curiosity with visitors of
all ages. Research, writing, graphic design and layout skills are a plus.
Candidates must be willing to commit to a minimum of 100 hours during the
semester including some weekend days.

To apply, send a resume and letter of interest to:

Sarah Moshenberg

Discovery Room Assistant Coordinator

smoshenberg@amnh.org

Assistant Director of Education [York County Heritage Trust]

ASST DIR., YORK COUNTY HERITAGE TRUST

The York County Heritage Trust seeks an energetic individual for the full-time position of
Assistant Director of Education. The York County Heritage Trust inspires the exploration of the
history, people and culture of our county, state and nation. As a non-profit organization it
utilizes collections, historic sites and museums to help tell the American story.
The Assistant Director of Education serves multiple administrative and frontline activities within
the education department. Duties include planning, coordinating, implementing educational
programs and events, assisting with department management, assuming day-to-day functions at
multiple sites as needed, assisting with supervision of additional department staff, seasonal, and
volunteer staff. This position has primary responsibility for training and scheduling of
department volunteers, and serves as main point of contact for school tour scheduling and
outreach programs and related offerings. The individual must posses the ability to communicate
in a clear and helpful manner to all age groups, ability to work professionally with various public
groups, staff and volunteers.

Position Details:
Department: Education
Status: Full-time, Salaried, Exempt
Supervisor: Director of Education

Primary Duties:
· Provide tours for adults and school, and public tour groups as necessary
· Schedule school and public group tours and as main institutional contact
· Serve as primary contact for school outreach programs/offerings
· Assist with design and creation of interpretation for various sites
· Recruit, maintain, and supervise department volunteers
· Manage training and educational opportunities for department volunteers
· Assist with management and training of curatorial volunteers
· Manage/recruit department interns (across all sites)
· Handle the bookkeeping for daily admissions and shop transactions as needed
· Manage the opening and closing of various Trust sites and museums as needed
· Be aware of condition and cleanliness of grounds and facilities and take responsibility for
site inspections and the reporting of damages and collection conditions
· Assume responsibility for the care and upkeep of Education Collection
· Assist with publication writing and development for standard publications and
programmatic offerings
· Plan, design, coordinate, and implement 5-10 public programs/year
· Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
The minimum requirement is a Bachelor’s degree in museum studies, history, social science,
education, or related field. Previous museum or historical site experience is preferred.

Skills:
This position requires strong interpersonal and management skills combined with a team player
approach. Strong organizational skills are necessary to maintain site administration,
management and scheduling. Possess ability to work independently. Able to properly work with
teachers, staff, volunteers, senior citizens and children. The position must demonstrate creativity
relating to the development and presentation of interpretive tours, public programs, and writing
materials. Requires strong initiative and ability to work on multiple tasks, while meeting
deadlines and timing protocols.

Please send cover letter, resume, and three professional references by August 18, 2012 to:
Daniel Roe, Director of Education, by email droe@yorkheritage.org <mailto:droe%40yorkheritage.org> with `Assistant Director
Application’ in the subject line or by mail to 250 E. Market Street, York, PA 17403. No phone
calls please.

Adult Programs Manager [Connecticut Historical Society]

THE CONNECTICUT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
POSITION DESCRIPTION

Title: Adult Programs Manager (part-time)
Reports to: Director of Education & Interpretation
Department: Education & Interpretation

General Description:
The Adult Programs Manager oversees the planning, development, implementation, and
evaluation of public programs designed to serve diverse adult audiences, primarily on-site at
the Connecticut Historical Society. These may include, but not be limited to: lectures, book
talks, workshops, gallery talks, demonstrations, concerts, panel discussions, performances,
films, conferences/symposia, and bus trips. S/he builds and fosters relationships with
community groups and organizations; local colleges and universities; area authors, historians,
and performers; and related affinity groups to offer collaborative programming and increase
awareness of CHS and its programs. In addition to members of the Education & Interpretation
Department, s/he works collaboratively with the Public Outreach Department and Executive
Director to insure that the needs and interests of CHS members and other constituents are
balanced and met.

Specific duties will include, but not be limited to the following:
Working with the Director of Education & Interpretation, Director of Public Outreach &
Institutional Advancement, Executive Director, and other CHS staff to determine the needs
and interests of the CHS’s adult audiences and develop strategies for best highlighting the
CHS collections and exhibits and promoting the institution through adult programs.
Working with CHS colleagues to identify scholars, newsmakers, collections experts, authors,
artists, craftspeople, or performers for possible programs.
Working with the Director of Education & Interpretation and other CHS staff to develop an
annual plan for adult programming—generally at least 6-12 months out—to be revisited
periodically and updated as needed.
Helping maintain an organization-wide calendar of adult and family programs, exhibit
openings, rentals, fundraisers, and other special events in order to prevent conflicts and
insure activities are appropriately distributed throughout the year.
Developing and managing program budgets.
Working with Public Outreach staff or others to raise funds or identify sponsors for adult
programming.
Making all arrangements for speakers, presenters, or performers for public programs.
Working with the Communications Manager and others to promote and market adult
programs through traditional media, brochures/rack cards, the chs.org online calendar,
online media and calendars, social media, e-blasts, and other appropriate tools.
Attending/“hosting” all adult programs or making arrangements for other staff to do so.
Insuring that senior management is represented at programs, when appropriate.
Carrying out evaluations of adult programs and analyzing the results to help the CHS
improve its programs and services.

July 2012

Writing reports or creating presentations for funders, staff, or the Board upon request.
Working collaboratively with the Director of Education & Interpretation and Education
and Interpretive Programs staff to develop adult tours of the CHS to meet the needs and
interests of diverse adult audiences.
Providing additional institution-wide support as necessary and carrying out other duties and
responsibilities as may arise.

Qualifications:
B.A. in museum education, history, American studies, or related field; M.A. preferred
Dedication to providing superior customer service
Flexibility and creativity
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to make and foster connections with people from
diverse backgrounds at community organizations and other institutions
Comfort with public speaking
Basic desktop publishing skills (working knowledge of Photoshop and Publisher and/or
InDesign)
Knowledge of current trends and best practices in the museum field
Reliability and personal organization to ensure that all commitments are met

Classification: Non-exempt, part-time

Hours: 20 hours/week year-round, some flexibility in schedule absolutely necessary; mostly
weekdays (regular schedule of 4-5 days/week); at least one Saturday/month and some evenings
(generally not more than 2-3 per month)

To apply, please email a letter of interest and resume to rebecca_furer@chs.org or mail to
Adult Programs Search, Connecticut Historical Society, One Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT
06105.

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