Two-year paid positions as Collections Associates offered for a 2011-2013 IMLS Museums for America grant implementation at Museum Village in Monroe, NY to begin as soon as October 1. As a staff
member, duties would involve research and cataloguing of a large collection of 19th century American material culture at a living history museum. Duties would also entail handling of objects. The strong candidate would be a graduate of a museum studies program with some knowledge of and experience with collections management. Education might also include American Studies/ Public History/Museum Education. Knowledge of Past Perfect database software is preferred, but training is available. This 30
plus hours a week position is offered to the individual who plans to use this experience to launch/further a career as a museum profession. The museum is located next to a Park & Ride in the
Hudson Valley; it is 1 hour from NYC by bus. A travel voucher may be available. Send CV and cover letter by mail: Robert Schmick, Ph.D., Museum Director, Museum Village, 1010 State Route 17M, Monroe, NY
10950, or email: rschmick@museumvillage.org