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Hall of Human Life Program Manager [Museum of Science]

The Hall of Human Life Program Manager will be responsible for developing and maintaining training strategies for HHL staff and volunteer interpreters, and will oversee the daily running of the HHL exhibition. S/He will work closely with the HHL Manager to educate, inform, and motivate both staff and volunteers to ensure an overall positive, educational and fun experience for MoS visitors. The position requires the candidate to be enthusiastic about the science and topics that surround human biology, health and technology. S/he will engage in on-going information research with Museum staff and outside experts in order to assist in the development of new interpretations/programing and updating current interpretations in HHL. The successful candidate will have a passion for learning and teaching about topics to all ages and supervise and educate staff and volunteers.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assumes responsibility for overseeing briefings four days of the week, including one weekend day and requires working during scheduled holiday periods and school vacation weeks, with maintenance and volunteer training on those days. Delivers 208 briefings annual with an average of 4x per week.
  • Interview, hire, supervise, schedule, and train approximately two full time staff, ten part-time staff, and 80+ HHL volunteers in order to create a friendly professional team environment. In addition, conduct a monthly observational review to ensure that all part-time staff and volunteers are able to successfully speak on topics related to the HHL exhibit.
  • Oversee the supply management for the HHL department in order to ensure that the volunteers, part-time and full-time staff have all necessary equipment and materials (including raw materials) for interpretation 7days/week.
  • Assist in the creating and development of HHL interpretations, 3-4 per year.
  • Master all 12 existing interpretations, and new interpretations sufficiently to train other staff and volunteers
  • Work on one weekend day and some holidays are required.

WORK SCHEDULE:

This position is full-time, 40 hours a week, including one weekend day.
REPORTS TO:

Manager, Hall of Human Life

Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Two (2) or more years of project management or supervisory experience
  • Bachelor of Science or Arts and additional course work preferred.
  • Ability to communicate, both written and oral, the concepts of human biology
  • Presentation skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues while utilizing leadership skills
  • High level of organizational skills including prioritization of multiple tasks as well as attention to detail.
  • Ability to supervise, train and manage staff.
  • Computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office suite, database management, and Windows and Mac operating systems.

STARTING SALARY:

Exempt (Salaried). Commensurate with experience.
BENEFITS:

Benefits for full-time, exempt (salaried) staff include: free parking, T accessibility, 23 vacation days, 12 holidays, 5-10 sick days, medical, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, retirement and savings plan, health care/dependent care flex spending plan, employee discounts, employee referral program, tuition assistance, professional development, direct deposit, free admission, free Duck Tours, discounted movie passes, and much more!
The Museum of Science is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.
No phone inquiries, please. Qualified applicants will be contacted within two to four weeks of initial application.

How To Apply:
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://mos.applicantpro.com/jobs/192902-29461.html

Apply by:
April 20, 2015

Education Associate [The Bostonian Society]

Part time position at the Old State House Museum for outgoing individuals who enjoy history and working with the public. Education Associates are the public face of the museum and each year, Education Associates have a direct impact on the experience of over 100,000 visitors from around the world.

Responsibilities:

  • Interpret the history and significance of the Old State House to visitors through every interaction and create a positive museum-going experience for every visitor;
  • Give daily tours about the building and other Revolutionary topics and support programming for school groups;
  • Maintain a presence in the galleries to answer questions, engage visitors and monitor the security of our building and collections;
  • Assist the History Department through special projects, including the creation of new tours, research assistance, and exhibition development;
  • Light daily exhibition maintenance;
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Graduated from or currently enrolled in a BA program in History, Education or related field;

  • Strong public speaking and customer-service skills;
  • Demonstrated interest in history, education and/or the museum field;
  • Ability to work as part of a fast-paced team in a high-energy environment;
  • Some Education or Museum experience preferred;
  • Ability to function physically in a multi-story historic building with no elevator.
  • Weekend availability required

How To Apply:
Please e-mail resume and letter of interest to Kathleen Mulvaney, Museum Programs Manager,kathy@bostonhistory.org.  No phone calls, please

Apply by:
March 06, 2015

Functions Coordinator, Lyman Estate [Historic New England]

The Functions Coordinator is responsible for the management and marketing of functions rental business for Historic New England at the Lyman Estate. Responsible for providing excellent customer service and meeting or exceeding approved budget goals, maximizing income earned through the rental of the Lyman Estate while working within Historic New England’s preservation philosophy and practices. Responds to all e-mail/telephone inquiries, dispensing information about holding events at the Lyman Estate, arranges showings and sells the venue to prospective clients, writes and executes rental contracts. Communicates with clients from initial contact and booking, throughout the planning phase, offering planning guidance and feedback.

Works with Historic New England’s marketing team and functions manager to develop and implement marketing plan in order to meet or exceed goals. Supports Historic New England meetings and social events held at the Lyman Estate.

Works on-site during events to monitor and resolve issues as they occur. Must be personable and enjoy working with people. Requires a high degree of skill and experience in presenting and selling to prospective clients. Ability and desire to work with the public with the highest standards for customer service. Requires exceptional tact, diplomacy, personal presentation, and interpersonal skills; ability to multi-task; ability to work well under stress/pressure while remaining calm and focused. Requires strong organizational and written and verbal communication skills. Requires strong computer skills, including word-processing, spreadsheets, internet, and e-mail. Due to the scheduling nature of events, a high level of flexibility is required.

 

Educator [USS Constitution Museum]

Educators at the USS Constitution Museum work in a highly visible position that is essential to fulfilling the Museum’s mission of creating a positive, memorable experience where visitors can learn and connect to history. This seasonal part-time position is responsible for welcoming and providing exceptional customer service to our visitors; facilitating a range of hands-on interpretive programs for different audiences, including families and Pre K-12th grade students; and encouraging visitors to voluntarily donate to the Museum. As a part of the Museum Learning department, you will be trained in interpretation techniques, customer service, and USS Constitution’s history.

Qualifications:
Ideal candidates possess strong customer service, organizational, oral and written communication skills; a mature and outgoing personality; and an enjoyment for interacting with members of the public. He or she is detail-oriented; can manage several tasks simultaneously; displays a positive attitude with visitors and staff members; and exhibits a willingness to work as part of a team. Previous employment or volunteer experience in museum education/interpretation or customer service positions is preferred.

How To Apply:
Interested individuals should send cover letter, resume, and references to jzanolli@ussconstitutionmuseum.org or Museum Learning Department, Educator Position, USS Constitution Museum, PO Box 291812, Boston, MA 02129. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. EOE.

Apply by:
March 20, 2015

About this Organization:
USS Constitution Museum is a private, non-profit organization that serves as the memory and educational voice of USS CONSTITUTION, by collecting, preserving, and interpreting the stories of ‘Old Ironsides’ and the people associated with her.

Studio Projects Coordinator [Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum]

Description:

TITLE: Studio Projects Coordinator
DEPARTMENT: Education
REPORTS TO: Director of Community Engagement
TYPE OF POSITION: Full-time /40 hours per week; hourly/non-exempt
Regular schedule requires working Saturdays, school vacation weeks, and third Thursday evening of each month

Scope of Position
The Studio Projects Coordinator is responsible for planning, budgeting, scheduling and facilitating artist projects and other studio activities to engage Museum visitors in the creative process. He/she develops hands-on projects, for visitors of all ages, that spark creative looking and thinking about art, education, landscape and music, and that help visitors make their own connections to art found in the Museum’s collection and special exhibitions. Working with education staff who also use the space in their programs, the Studio Projects Coordinator ensures that the Studio has an especially inviting look and feel, and experiments with inventive ways to use other spaces in the new wing (the greenhouse classroom, for instance).

The Studio Projects Coordinator works with the Director of Community Engagement on planning and implementing art-making activities for school vacation weeks and the Museum’s free programs (Neighborhood Nights, Open Our Doors Day, Frank Hatch Day, etc). In addition, the Studio Projects Coordinator will collaborate closely with the Director of Visitor Learning, the School Partnership Educator, and the Director of Program Planning to develop creative projects for general visitors, teen programs, Third Thursdays, and other events as required.

Responsibilities
• Create a welcoming and lively atmosphere during Studio open hours through room set-up, interaction with visitors, selection of dynamic guest artists and interns, and other means
• Develop year-long schedule of projects for general visitors and work with marketing department on appropriate publicity
• Assist selected artists successfully implement their projects with museum visitors
• Help guest artists shape their projects, including how to share ideas about the creative process in visitor-friendly ways
• Order supplies and coordinate with other department staff to keep materials organized
• Develop and design gallery materials to accompany Studio projects as necessary
• Create assessment tools to evaluate program success (including evaluation of Studio schedule, diversity of Studio participants and their responsiveness to Studio projects) and make adjustments to programs as needed; keep program statistics, write annual and other reports as necessary
• Oversee at least one graduate-level Studio intern each semester and develop and implement appropriate work plan for successful internships
• Collaborate with school programs staff on Teen Art Lab and Student Art Wall installations
• Along with other education staff, help maintain the studio space, keeping it organized and accessible

Qualifications:
Qualifications
• B.F.A. in studio art or related field; M.A. or M.F.A. a plus
• Experience teaching adults and children; experience with VTS (Visual Thinking Strategies) a plus
• 2-5 years experience creating studio projects connected to museum collections
• A creative individual who enjoys collaboration and works well as part of a team
• Excellent planning and organizational skills; ability to manage budgets
• Interest in the connections between historic and contemporary art
• Ability to work collaboratively with artists 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to produce simple yet imaginative gallery materials
• Experience managing volunteer and intern staff
How To Apply:

To Apply
Join our dedicated, talented team of employees, interns and volunteers, who are passionate about the work they do to support the Museum’s mission. To apply for this position, please use the Museum’s online application system, this is our preferred application method:https://isgm.applicantpro.com/jobs/192901.htmlBoth a cover letter and resume are required.

The Gardner Museum is committed to affording equal opportunities to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disabilities, marital status or sexual orientation. Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply. The Museum is proud to embrace the goals of Commonwealth Compact (http://www.umb.edu/commonwealth_compact/about) and pledges to measure its progress toward those goals over time, using the Commonwealth Compact benchmarks.

We receive many resumes and kindly request that you do not call to inquire about the status of your application. Those candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted.

Apply by:
April 01, 2015
About this Organization:
The Museum was the creation of Isabella Stewart Gardner (1840-1924) ‘for the education and enjoyment of the public forever.’ Since opening to the public in 1903, the Gardner has served as a center for ideas and life-long learning in its community – a tradition that is kept alive today through an array of interpretive, creative, educational, horticultural, artistic and scholarly programs.
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