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Historical Research Fellow [Edward M. Kennedy Institute, Boston, MA]

Who​ ​We​ ​Are:

The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate is dedicated to educating the public about the important role of the Senate in our government, encouraging participatory democracy, invigorating civil discourse, and inspiring the next generation of citizens and leaders to engage in the civic life of their communities. The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate has created fellowships to increase participation of U.S. minority groups who are underrepresented in the disciplines of research conducted at the Institution, and in the museum field.

About​ ​this​ ​Role:

The Edward m. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate, in conjunction with the Fund II Foundation, has an opening for a 6 month digital humanities fellow. The Fellowships will be awarded to a post bachelor’s degree candidate who is interested in public history, library science, or museum studies. The work product of this fellowship will contribute to the foundations of future visitor experiences and educational content at the Institute and on line. The Historical Research Fellow will assist in the research of various topics related to the Kennedy family’s home in Hyannisport, MA, and will aid in using the acquired subject matter knowledge to help create content for digital as well as on and off site exhibits and tours. This position is a part time (20 hours a week) position for the duration of 9 months. Candidates must submit a short writing sample that demonstrates your ability to communicate a historic theme in a compelling way to a general audience using a variety of different sources and supports.

Primary​ ​Responsibilities:

  • Research
  • Writing
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications​ ​and​ ​Skills:

  • Prior experience conducting research in an archival setting
  • Must have experience researching using primary and secondary sources that culminates in the delivery of a larger project.
  • Experience writing about complex topics for a lay audience is strongly preferred.
  • Experience working on a diverse team
  • Ability to conduct historical research, work independently within a larger team, and think innovatively about the past.

Ideal​ ​Candidate: 

  • Ideal candidate will be reliable, self-directed, team player who has some experience working on projects.
  • The ideal candidate will have high energy and enthusiasm for the EMK Institute mission; highest level of confidentiality at all times; great organizational skills; sophisticated technology skills; warmth and a sense of humor; collaborative nature and consensus-building skills; patience and persistence; excellent communication skills; and interest in politics and policy.
  • Must be detail orientated with a care for accuracy, and have the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects to meet deadlines in a fast paced office
  • Interest and/or experience in promoting civic engagement and education about history and function of the United States Senate;

Please email resume and cover letter to resumes@emkinstitute.org, with the title “Historical Research Fellow” in the subject line. Please, no phone calls. EMK does not retain external search firms. No solicitation calls will be entertained.

The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for The United States Senate is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Digital Humanities Fellow [Edward M Kennedy Institute, Boston, MA]

Who​ ​We​ ​Are:

The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate is dedicated to educating the public about the important role of the Senate in our government, encouraging participatory democracy, invigorating civil discourse, and inspiring the next generation of citizens and leaders to engage in the civic life of their communities. The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate has created fellowships to increase participation of U.S. minority groups who are underrepresented in the disciplines of research conducted at the Institution, and in the museum field.

About​ ​this​ ​Role:

The Edward m. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate, in conjunction with the Fund II Foundation, has an opening for a 6 month digital humanities fellow. The Fellowships will be awarded to a post bachelor’s degree candidate who is interested in public history, library science, or museum studies. The work product of this fellowship will contribute to the foundations of future visitor experiences and educational content at the Institute and on line. The Digital Humanities Fellow will assist in the rapid development of several online exhibits and testing with different audiences, likely using different content management systems. This position is a full time temporary six month position.

Primary​ ​Responsibilities:

  • Data entry
  • File conversion
  • Light programming
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications​ ​and​ ​Skills:

  •  1 year of experience working with digital assets in a Library/Archive/Museum setting, or equivalent education.
  • Must have a background in/related to digital humanities or programming.
  • Familiar with basics of web design (HTML, CSS, PHP, Javascript preferred.)
  • Familiarity with WordPress, Drupal, Omeka, and/or other content management systems used by museums a major plus.
  • Familiarity with metadata standards like Dublin Core and DACS would likewise be helpful, but can be learned on-the-job
  • Comfort with all Microsoft Office products Google workplace applications, Filemaker Pro, and content management systems;
  • Other duties as assigned

Ideal​ ​Candidate: 

  • Ideal candidate will be reliable, self-directed, team player who has some experience working on projects related to digital exhibits or digital pedagogy. Must have strong interest in History and/or Civics.
  • The ideal candidate will have high energy and enthusiasm for the EMK Institute mission; highest level of confidentiality at all times; great organizational skills; sophisticated technology skills; warmth and a sense of humor; collaborative nature and consensus-building skills; patience and persistence; excellent communication skills; and interest in politics and policy.
  • Must be detail orientated with a care for accuracy, and have the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects to meet deadlines in a fast paced office
  • Interest and/or experience in promoting civic engagement and education about history and function of the United States Senate;

Please email resume and cover letter to resumes@emkinstitute.org, with the title “Digital Humanities Fellow” in the subject line. Please, no phone calls. EMK does not retain external search firms. No solicitation calls will be entertained.

The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for The United States Senate is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Conservation Technician [Gilcrease Museum, Tulsa, OK]

Summary

The Conservation Technician reports to the Chief Conservator and performs a variety of duties in connection with the preservation and management of the museum’s collection and ensures that proper procedures are followed with regard to the care, conservation registration and documentation files, and exhibition of those works. The duties performed are based and will be revised in accordance with the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works (AIC) Requisite Competencies for Conservation Technicians and Collections Care Specialists.

Characteristic Duties

  •  Assists with preparation of objects for exhibitions; dust collection items on exhibit and monitors for condition changes
  • Under the direction of the Conservator, prepares safe housing for collection items, including constructing boxes, and supports, as needed
  • Tracks and moves collections to and from Conservation, in conjunction with Registration staff
  • Assists in all areas of the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Program including trap collection and replacement on an established schedule; pest identification and monitoring
  • Maintains the conservation lab (tidiness, workstation order, and chemical safety), materials and supply inventory management in collaboration with the Chief Conservator
  • Provides administrative assistance in the daily collection care and operation of the lab
  • Monitors and reports on activities concerning the Conservation lab when Conservators are not present
  • Responsible for inventory and maintenance of Emergency Preparedness kits
  • Assists in the creation, organization, and maintenance of conservation files for the collection materials
  • Works with volunteers and interns performing conservation related activities including cleaning and rehousing. Oversees workflow, schedules, and trains other support staff, students, interns, and volunteers in object handling procedures
  • Serves as a research assistant to the Conservators
  • Writes condition reports and treatment reports, as required
  • Performs other duties as assigned/needed

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in art, science, chemistry or a related field and at least one year of experience relevant to the position; knowledge of conservation principles and techniques; ability to handle delicate or valuable objects and hazardous materials with care; must have excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and proven track record of working as a team member; ability to neatly construct housing units for museum collections; familiarity with conservation supplies and techniques used; ability to write clearly, meet deadlines, follow specific instructions, ask for clarification or assistance when needed, and to work and communicate effectively with all museum staff; must proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and skilled with databases and standard office procedures, equipment, and use of a digital camera

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency in The Museum System (TMS) or other collections database software. Interest in pursuing a career in Conservation a plus.

Application Information

Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three references to: The University of Tulsa, Office of Human Resources, 800 S. Tucker Drive, Tulsa, OK 74104 or email to tujobs@utulsa.edu or fax to (918) 631-3543. The review of applications will commence immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Administrative Coordinator, Education [Solomon R Guggenheim Foundation, NYC]

Position Description:
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation is seeking an Administrative Coordinator for the Education Department. Reporting to the Deputy Director and Gail Engelberg Director of Education the Administrative Coordinator, Education is responsible for providing administrative support for the Department’s Executive Administration and coordinating department-wide needs related to programming, finance/budgets, development/board, the Sackler Center for Arts Education facilities and other project initiatives as designated.
Founded in 1937, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation is dedicated to promoting the understanding and appreciation of art, primarily of the modern and contemporary periods, through exhibitions, education programs, research initiatives, and publications. The Guggenheim network that began in the 1970s when the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York, was joined by the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Venice, has since expanded to include the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao (opened 1997) and the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi (currently in development). Looking to the future, the Guggenheim Foundation continues to forge international collaborations that take contemporary art, architecture, and design beyond the walls of the museum. More information about the foundation can be found at guggenheim.org.
Key Responsibilities:
 
Executive Administration and General Departmental Needs
– Maintain Deputy Director and Directors’ calendars and contacts and assist with scheduling appointments; arrange business travel
– Provide a welcoming and helpful presence to all visitors of the Sackler Center for Arts Education and respond to their questions
– Collect, distribute, and submit all documents requiring Deputy Director’s approval, both hard copy and in Concur as appropriate
– Collect and organize mail, handle all correspondence and other written documents as assigned
– Schedule events/spaces in the Sackler Center for both Education Department-related meetings and events and other museum-wide requests
– Respond to general inquiries sent to the department and to all phone and email inquiries to the general education account as needed
– Update and add new individuals to mailing list on Raiser’s Edge software
– Update department staff lists and organizational charts, including on staff intranet
– Work with other departments including Facilities, Operations, and IT to coordinate requests for equipment and repairs. Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the public education spaces of the Sackler Center
– Assist with cross-departmental coordination of Sackler Exhibition planning, implementation and installation/deinstallation
– Assist Development and Finance with Education related needs
– Create exhibition budgets for grant proposals
– Collate actual expenses for exhibition related programs
– Coordinate research materials and exhibition catalogue orders for the department; submit Distributed Materials forms to Retail when catalogues arrive
– Represent Education Department at monthly calendar meetings and manage the 1071 Calendar on an ongoing basis
– Maintain departmental program statistics, press and marketing materials; coordinate program documentation for selected events and maintain image files for future use
– Create monthly department meeting agenda, and take meeting notes
– Schedule quarterly phone conferences with Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and create and disseminate meeting notes
– Assist with Guggenheim Abu Dhabi related meetings and programming
– Coordinate and document annual department retreat; collate, edit and maintain all strategic plan documents
– Maintain office supply cabinet and place orders monthly
 
Finance/ Budgets
– Submit T&E reports for Deputy Director and Directors’ expenses
– Work with each program area to create annual budgets and coordinate/attend meeting with Finance Department to track changes
– Track expenses and review monthly budget management reports checking for accuracy. Assist with the re-projection process. Process budget reclassifications
– Interface with Finance Department regarding new policies, updates, and miscellaneous needs
– Coordinate distribution and submission of department timesheets to finance
– Complete and submit expense reports for Department American Express accountDevelopment/Board Related
– Education Committee (EC)
• Assist Directors with correspondence to and stewardship of EC members
• Coordinate three to four EC meetings per year
• Draft minutes for every meetingo Work with Education Directors and the Development Department to coordinate additional EC activities and events
– Board Meetings
• Compile Board materials for the Department
• Assist with the creation of the Education Board update presentation
– Coordinate requests from colleagues/ funders/Development Department for visits to the Sackler Center and meetings with Education Department staff; prepare customized education packets to address interests
Aye Simon Reading Room Library and Volunteers
– Maintain Reading Room library making sure all books are properly labeled and new books are ordered as appropriate
– On a case-by-case basis as needed, coordinate packing and shipping of books to and from the Reading Room
– Purchase new books for each rotunda exhibition and others as appropriate, working with Curatorial to determine which books should be ordered.
– Track expenses for Aye Simon Reading Room budget
– Create and maintain volunteer schedule
– Coordinate volunteer meetings and tours
– Act as primary point-person for Volunteers and respond to inquiries on the Aye Simon email account
The Guggenheim offers a competitive salary and excellent medical, dental, life, disability, and retirement plan coverage. Our staff also enjoys generous vacation, sick leave and personal days, access to a variety of cultural institutions, discounts to museum stores, and a stimulating and collegial work environment. The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualifications:
– B.A. degree in art education, art history, education or related field
– 2-3 years administrative experience required
– Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and writing skills
– Ability to work with the public in a professional manner, handle multiple tasks, and maintain deadlines
– Strong customer service skills and prior experience working in a cultural institution highly desirable
– Detail-oriented, adept at handling common business software and processing budgetary and statistical information
– Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, PC and Mac OS, and Raiser’s Edge
– Adept at and interested in budget and finance-related tasks

Salary: $37K – $42K
Website: https://www.guggenheim.org/
Job Date: 2017-09-18

Other Details
Application Info: Qualified applicants please send your resume and cover letter, including salary expectations, to employment@guggenheim.org. Indicate the job title “Administrative Coordinator, Education” in the subject line.

Contact Name: Sidoney Chin
Contact Email: employment@guggenheim.org
Contact Phone: 2124233529
For more information please click here.

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