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Tower Hill Botanic Garden, New England’s year-round botanic garden locate din Boylston, MA, seeks an energetic and creative Manager of Adult Education interested in evolving existing programs and developing new programs to meet the needs of our visitors, members and the communities we serve. Reporting to the Director of Audience Engagement, this position is responsible for developing, executing and evaluating a diverse year-round menu of activities ranging from classes, trips, tours and lectures to hands-on demonstrations that engage new and existing audiences. In addition to successful program planning and execution, duties will also include writing and managing grants of varying sizes from public and private institutions and supporting operating and capital fundraising efforts. Develops and teaches classes in area of specialty as needed. Qualifications: experience planning, designing and evaluating innovative education programs; building successful collaborations with other organizations and institutions; supervision of program and related staff and volunteers; commitment to excellence; extensive grant writing and project and budget management; MA or MS degree in education, horticulture, interpretation, or 5+ years in a senior position in a museum education department or related field required. Must be able to create and adhere to project budgets and deadlines. The position is full time/exempt and requires regular evening and weekend work. Please send resume and cover letter to: Kathryn Acerbo-Bachmann, Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston, MA 01505 or email to kacerbo-bachmann@towerhillbg.org. No phone calls please.Posted on: 05/08/2015

The Development Assistant will assume responsibility for supporting The Discovery Museums’ annual giving and events program, and general Development Office operations. S/he will be a positive and professional representative of the Office and the Museums at all times, and be able to interact and work well with colleagues throughout the organization, volunteers, and donors. Key responsibilities of the position include: Administration of Altru database; Annual Fund mailing production, reporting, and support; logistical support for events; oversight of annual online auction and small-business sponsors program; general office management; and administrative support of the Chief Development Officer and CEO as needed. This position is full-time, but a flexible work schedule is possible for the right candidate. The ideal candidate will have an affinity for the non-profit sector, a natural ability to provide customer service and a keen attention to detail, be very comfortable using technology (database experience a plus), and desire a casual, collegial work environment. The Development Assistant must be able to attend and provide support at evening and weekend events (less than 12 per year). A personal experience with The Discovery Museums and/or interest in the field of development is a plus. Please send resume and cover letter to Marie Beam, Chief Development Officer, The Discovery Museums, at mbeam@discoverymuseums.org. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.Posted on: 05/05/2015

The Museum of Russian Icons seeks a Marketing and Communications Manager. This new full-time position will oversee all external communications with the press, media, and the public; design and oversee the production of all print and online media (newsletters, ads, etc.); maintain the website; oversee the branding of the Museum; and write press releases and ad copy. Requirements: a B.A. or above in graphic design, communications, marketing or a related field; experience with both print and online graphic design; excellent communication skills with the press and the public; ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines; good interpersonal skills; creative thinker with an innovative yet timeless approach to design; ability to work effectively as part of a small, collaborative staff team. To apply, send cover letter, resume, and samples of your design work via email to: Tara Young, Deputy Director, Museum of Russian Icons, at tyoung@museumofrussianicons.org.Posted on: 05/05/2015

The Collections Specialist will oversee the work of consultants and interns and be the primary staff liaison to the Collections Committee of the Lynn Museum/LynnArts Board of Directors. The Collections Specialist reports directly to the Executive Director. Responsibilities: •Cares for, presents, interprets and acquires collections objects. • Creates exhibition schedule and supervises production, including preparing loan requests, corresponding with artists and lenders, produce exhibition labels, and other exhibition preparation. • Prepares and maintains collection files including acquisition, accession and deaccession, deed of gift, and object condition reports. • Monitors and maintains building safety and environment for optimal collection care and preservation. • Maintains and updates collection database PastPerfect for object cataloguing. • Executes “Rights and Reproduction” requests. • Fields and responds to inquiries, both public and internal, regarding the collection, artists, acquisitions, exhibitions, and general curatorial matters. • Advises, prepares meetings, and provides reports for the Collections Committee of the Board of Directors. QUALIFICATIONS/SALARY: Successful candidates should have at minimum a Bachelors degree in Museum Studies, Art, History, Anthropology or a related field. Masters degree highly preferred along with demonstrated knowledge of PastPerfect . Lynn Museum/LynnArts c/o Drew Russo, Executive Director 590 Washington Street Lynn, MA 01901 Or by email to: director@lynnmuseum.org No phone calls please.Posted on: 05/11/2015