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Responsible for the care, documentation, research, presentation, publication, and for strengthening the collection of European and American prints. The curator of prints is expected to be an intellectual authority on, and to assume the full range of curatorial responsibility for, the collection of prints at the Museums and to advise on related matters at the university when needed. The curator crafts an ambitious exhibition, research and publication program for prints and works closely with students and faculty to foster a significant and sustained curricular use of the collection for both undergraduate and graduate teaching. The curator works within a team environment and promotes dialogue, engagement, and collaboration with colleagues within the division and with curatorial departments that have overlapping collection holdings and expertise. The curator recommends purchases, works closely with collectors and museum supporters, solicits gifts for the collection, and assumes an active role in soliciting funds for museum purposes, including acquisitions, exhibitions, conservation and technical analysis projects, and publications, from individuals, foundations, federal agencies and other sources. For full job descriptions and requirements, desired qualifications, and application instructions, please visit Harvard’s Recruitment Management System, ASPIRE. Please see Requisition numbers 34894BR and/or 34896BR. We will fill only one of these positions. Please apply by March 2, 2015 after which applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as necessary.Posted on: 02/18/2015

The Old North Church, located in the heart of Boston’s historic North End, seeks applicants for seasonal, part-time positions (April – October 31st) on our education staff, with a possibility of continuing through the winter. Applicants MUST be available to work on weekdays and weekends alike as well as holidays, and be outgoing and friendly. Please do not apply if you are not available on weekends. Applicants must also be available for a training session on Saturday, March 28th.

As the public faces of the Old North Church, our educators ensure that our visitors (approximately 500,000 annually) receive a memorable and enjoyable experience and understand the Old North’s unique place in American history. Meet people from around the world and across the nation and share your passion for American history!

Educators are responsible for:

–        welcoming and providing excellent customer service to visitors

–        leading brief presentations on the history of the church to groups as large as 200 people and as small as 15

–        facilitating thirty minute tours and educational programs

–        engaging various audiences (such as families and K-12 groups) with the history of Old North Church

–        providing information on the North End neighborhood and the city of Boston

–        opening and closing the church campus

–        encouraging visitors to donate upon entrance and visit the gift shop upon exit

Qualifications:

Ideal candidates possess:

–        excellent public speaking skills and a flair for the dramatic

–        mature and outgoing personality; must love talking with people!

–        interest in education, history, or museums

–        outstanding customer service skills

–        ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and manage several tasks simultaneously

–        reliability and professional appearance

The position requires climbing steep stairs, navigating narrow passageways, and working in both indoor and outdoor conditions during the New England summer and fall. Previous experience in education/interpretation, customer service, or theatre preferred but not required.

How To Apply:

Please email your resume (no more than 2 pages) and letter of interest to Erin Wederbrook Yuskaitis, Director of Education, at education@oldnorth.com. Resumes will be accepted untilFriday, March 6th. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. The Old North is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply by:
March 06, 2015

Salary:
$11/hr

About this Organization:
Steeped in history and rich in tradition, the Old North is one of America’s best known National Landmarks, and—with a half million guests each year—is Boston’s most visited historic site.

From the steeple of the Old North, on the evening of April 18, 1775, the Church sexton, Robert Newman, held high the two signal lanterns that were a warning from Paul Revere to the other Colonial Patriots that British troops were marching to Lexington and Concord to arrest John Hancock and Sam Adams, and to seize the Colonials’ store of ammunition.

The display of the two lanterns set in motion the momentous ride of Paul Revere, and is widely regarded as the spark that ignited the American War of Independence. The historic events of April 18, 1775, were immortalized in Longfellow’s poem Paul Revere’s Ride.

The Church is also an extraordinary example of Georgian architecture of the early 18th century with much of its original building fabric intact. Its association with the evolution of Boston as a mercantile center; with the beginnings of the American War of Independence and the founding of the United States; with the struggle to reconcile democratic values with the struggle against slavery as expressed in Longfellow’s poem; with the story of the North End moving from the city’s original settlement through successive immigrant groups to a vibrant 21st century waterfront community—all present a broad spectrum of opportunities for creative and engaging education and interpretation.

The Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) seeks a high-energy, proactive leader to manage and grow its membership program and annual fund.  Under the direction of the Director of Development Administration, the Manager’s responsibilities include identifying and implementing strategies to acquire, renew and inspire general level members as well as solicit unrestricted gifts for PEM’s annual fund.

Qualifications:
PEM is looking for candidates who are comfortable engaging with museum members, have demonstrated follow-through, are organized, detail-oriented, creative, and have the ability to effectively interact with museum departments. The ability to analyze and use data to develop strategies to improve revenues and to move members to higher giving levels is essential. Local travel and personal visits are also required. Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years of professional work experience required, previous membership and annual fund experience are required along with exceptional writing, communication, and interpersonal skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; Raiser’s Edge or other CRM experience desirable.

How To Apply:

Please email cover letter and resume to jobs@pem.org: or send to Human Resources, Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, Salem, MA 01970. PEM is committed to diversity among its employees and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Apply by:
April 01, 2015

About this Organization:
The PEM is a major museum of art and culture from around the world, located in historic Salem, MA.