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Long Island Traditions
Marketing Specialist
Long Island Traditions is a regional non-profit organization dedicated to documenting, presenting and preserving the traditional folk arts and architecture of Long Island. Our areas of research and programs include maritime culture, ethnic folk arts of recent and established immigrants, and local and traditional architecture.
Marketing Specialist for Long Island Traditions
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Marketing Specialist will guide the strategy for developing a new website and social media materials to consistently articulate Long Island Traditions’ mission. The Marketing Specialist will ensure that LI Traditions is viewed as the primary source, disseminator, and conduit of information relating to traditional culture of Long Island. This is a part time position. Diverse applicants are encouraged to apply.
The Marketing Specialist will work closely with the Executive Director and Program Manager within the organization as the communications partner on a variety of strategic initiatives.
Responsibilities
To apply send materials requested and two references to info@longislandtraditions.org.
Marketing Specialist
Long Island Traditions is a regional non-profit organization dedicated to documenting, presenting and preserving the traditional folk arts and architecture of Long Island. Our areas of research and programs include maritime culture, ethnic folk arts of recent and established immigrants, and local and traditional architecture.
Marketing Specialist for Long Island Traditions
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Marketing Specialist will guide the strategy for developing a new website and social media materials to consistently articulate Long Island Traditions’ mission. The Marketing Specialist will ensure that LI Traditions is viewed as the primary source, disseminator, and conduit of information relating to traditional culture of Long Island. This is a part time position. Diverse applicants are encouraged to apply.
The Marketing Specialist will work closely with the Executive Director and Program Manager within the organization as the communications partner on a variety of strategic initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Develop a new interface for the organization’s web site
- Track and measure the level of engagement within the network over time
- Manage media contacts
- B.A. or higher in communications or related field. Highly collaborative style including web site design experience
- Strong writing/editing and verbal communication skills
To apply send materials requested and two references to info@longislandtraditions.org.
Preservation Long Island
Jupiter Hammon Project Manager
Preservation Long Island (PLI) seeks a project manager to facilitate the Jupiter Hammon Project, a public-facing research and development initiative to expand the interpretation of the Joseph Lloyd Manor (an 18th-century historic house museum located in the Town of Huntington on Long Island). Based on outcomes derived through moderated discussions among scholars, local stakeholders, and descendant communities, the Jupiter Hammon Project will establish a new interpretative mission for the Joseph Lloyd Manor that encourages rigorous and relevant encounters with Long Island’s history of enslavement and introduces a more robust and equitable exploration of historical themes associated with the life of Jupiter Hammon (1711–ca. 1806), the first published African American who wrote and was enslaved at the site.
Position
Working closely with the curator and director of education, the project manager will assist in all aspects related to executing the Jupiter Hammon Project. This includes: on-the-ground community outreach and engagement; coordinating and implementing a series of three live-moderated roundtable discussions; documentation and evaluation; processing findings and developing interpretive themes and priorities; and producing a report that will serve as the basis for a new interpretive plan, programming, and ancillary uses at Joseph Lloyd Manor.
Duties
Community outreach and engagement: promote project awareness and participation through educational presentations and meetings with diverse stakeholders and community groups; promote the project across PLI’s social media platforms and develop content for Jupiter Hammon project webpage.
Project coordination: organize project calendar, event schedule, and participant scholars’ travel plans; serve as a PLI liaison to project participants (Jupiter Hammon Community Advisory Council, panel moderator, scholars, and host organizations); attend project development meetings and take minutes.
Project execution: work with PLI staff to produce informational material for project orientation and promotion; attend all moderated roundtable discussions and assist the moderator in guiding discussion; participate in follow-up meetings to discuss outcomes and impressions; and produce a project summary report, outlining project findings and evaluating project success.
Qualifications
This assignment requires an individual with a high level of comfort in group settings with diverse stakeholders and experience designing and implementing projects where racial, social, and economic justice are a central theme. Strong written and verbal communication skills are a must, including the abilities to speak and interact with the public. Excellent administrative and time-management skills are also a must.
The candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in humanities or a similar field and be proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Wordpress. Graduate degree in Africana studies, American history, historic preservation, or museum studies is a plus.
Individuals from diverse backgrounds, including people of color, women, and LGBTQ-identified individuals are encouraged to apply. Preservation Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
Must be able to lift 25-plus pounds and walk up and down stairs
Terms
This is a part-time contract position offering a stipend of $18,000 for a project estimated to run about seven months starting in February 2020. The candidate must have a valid US driver’s license and access to a car to drive to meetings and events at PLI headquarters (located in Cold Spring Harbor) as well as other sites as needed.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume:
Jupiter Hammon Project Manager Search, info@preservationlongisland.org or
Preservation Long Island
P.O. Box 148, Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Search is open until filled. For additional information: www.preservationlongisland.org
THE JUPITER HAMMON PROJECT
The Jupiter Hammon Project is centered on a series of three moderated collaborative roundtables that will bring together a multidisciplinary cohort of scholars and professionals with local residents, descendent communities, and other diverse stakeholders across Long Island to discuss themes surrounding the legacy of enslavement on Long Island and the life of Jupiter Hammon, the first published African American poet who wrote at and was enslaved at the Joseph Lloyd Manor, one of Preservation Long Island’s historic house museums. Completed in 1767 for Joseph Lloyd, the third lord of the Manor of Queens Village, Joseph Lloyd Manor was the seat of a 3,000-acre agricultural estate and a site of black enslavement. Lessons learned from the roundtables will be used to inform a dynamic reinterpretation of the Joseph Lloyd Manor that will encourage responsible, rigorous, and relevant encounters with Jupiter Hammon’s story, the region’s history of enslavement, and segregation on Long Island today.
The first two roundtables will begin with a brief tour of a partnering historic site followed by a short overview of the Joseph Lloyd Manor and a moderated panel of scholars and professionals who will respond to a series of questions that relate to the theme of the day followed by break-out sessions among participants to identify key takeaways and ideas to be included in the Joseph Lloyd Manor reinterpretation plan. For the third roundtable, a tour of the Joseph Lloyd Manor and a summary of findings from the first two sessions will proceed the general program.
The following themes will be addressed during each of the roundtables:
Site: Weeksville Heritage Center (Brooklyn), June 20, 2020.
Roundtable #1 – Long Island in the Black Atlantic World: Why did Long Island contain one of the largest enslaved populations in the North during the 17th and 18th centuries?
Site: Suffolk County Historical Society (Riverhead), July 11, 2020.
Roundtable #2 – The Voice of Jupiter Hammon: What does Jupiter Hammon’s poetry tell us about him as an educated individual surviving within the structure of enslavement?
Site: Caumsett Park (Huntington), August 8, 2020.
Roundtable #3 – Jupiter Hammon at the Joseph Lloyd Manor: Based upon the lessons learned from roundtables 1 & 2, how can Preservation Long Island best engage Joseph Lloyd Manor visitors with Jupiter Hammon’s story, the region’s history of enslavement, and segregation on Long Island today?
Jupiter Hammon Project Manager
Preservation Long Island (PLI) seeks a project manager to facilitate the Jupiter Hammon Project, a public-facing research and development initiative to expand the interpretation of the Joseph Lloyd Manor (an 18th-century historic house museum located in the Town of Huntington on Long Island). Based on outcomes derived through moderated discussions among scholars, local stakeholders, and descendant communities, the Jupiter Hammon Project will establish a new interpretative mission for the Joseph Lloyd Manor that encourages rigorous and relevant encounters with Long Island’s history of enslavement and introduces a more robust and equitable exploration of historical themes associated with the life of Jupiter Hammon (1711–ca. 1806), the first published African American who wrote and was enslaved at the site.
Position
Working closely with the curator and director of education, the project manager will assist in all aspects related to executing the Jupiter Hammon Project. This includes: on-the-ground community outreach and engagement; coordinating and implementing a series of three live-moderated roundtable discussions; documentation and evaluation; processing findings and developing interpretive themes and priorities; and producing a report that will serve as the basis for a new interpretive plan, programming, and ancillary uses at Joseph Lloyd Manor.
Duties
Community outreach and engagement: promote project awareness and participation through educational presentations and meetings with diverse stakeholders and community groups; promote the project across PLI’s social media platforms and develop content for Jupiter Hammon project webpage.
Project coordination: organize project calendar, event schedule, and participant scholars’ travel plans; serve as a PLI liaison to project participants (Jupiter Hammon Community Advisory Council, panel moderator, scholars, and host organizations); attend project development meetings and take minutes.
Project execution: work with PLI staff to produce informational material for project orientation and promotion; attend all moderated roundtable discussions and assist the moderator in guiding discussion; participate in follow-up meetings to discuss outcomes and impressions; and produce a project summary report, outlining project findings and evaluating project success.
Qualifications
This assignment requires an individual with a high level of comfort in group settings with diverse stakeholders and experience designing and implementing projects where racial, social, and economic justice are a central theme. Strong written and verbal communication skills are a must, including the abilities to speak and interact with the public. Excellent administrative and time-management skills are also a must.
The candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in humanities or a similar field and be proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Wordpress. Graduate degree in Africana studies, American history, historic preservation, or museum studies is a plus.
Individuals from diverse backgrounds, including people of color, women, and LGBTQ-identified individuals are encouraged to apply. Preservation Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
Must be able to lift 25-plus pounds and walk up and down stairs
Terms
This is a part-time contract position offering a stipend of $18,000 for a project estimated to run about seven months starting in February 2020. The candidate must have a valid US driver’s license and access to a car to drive to meetings and events at PLI headquarters (located in Cold Spring Harbor) as well as other sites as needed.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume:
Jupiter Hammon Project Manager Search, info@preservationlongisland.org or
Preservation Long Island
P.O. Box 148, Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Search is open until filled. For additional information: www.preservationlongisland.org
THE JUPITER HAMMON PROJECT
The Jupiter Hammon Project is centered on a series of three moderated collaborative roundtables that will bring together a multidisciplinary cohort of scholars and professionals with local residents, descendent communities, and other diverse stakeholders across Long Island to discuss themes surrounding the legacy of enslavement on Long Island and the life of Jupiter Hammon, the first published African American poet who wrote at and was enslaved at the Joseph Lloyd Manor, one of Preservation Long Island’s historic house museums. Completed in 1767 for Joseph Lloyd, the third lord of the Manor of Queens Village, Joseph Lloyd Manor was the seat of a 3,000-acre agricultural estate and a site of black enslavement. Lessons learned from the roundtables will be used to inform a dynamic reinterpretation of the Joseph Lloyd Manor that will encourage responsible, rigorous, and relevant encounters with Jupiter Hammon’s story, the region’s history of enslavement, and segregation on Long Island today.
The first two roundtables will begin with a brief tour of a partnering historic site followed by a short overview of the Joseph Lloyd Manor and a moderated panel of scholars and professionals who will respond to a series of questions that relate to the theme of the day followed by break-out sessions among participants to identify key takeaways and ideas to be included in the Joseph Lloyd Manor reinterpretation plan. For the third roundtable, a tour of the Joseph Lloyd Manor and a summary of findings from the first two sessions will proceed the general program.
The following themes will be addressed during each of the roundtables:
Site: Weeksville Heritage Center (Brooklyn), June 20, 2020.
Roundtable #1 – Long Island in the Black Atlantic World: Why did Long Island contain one of the largest enslaved populations in the North during the 17th and 18th centuries?
Site: Suffolk County Historical Society (Riverhead), July 11, 2020.
Roundtable #2 – The Voice of Jupiter Hammon: What does Jupiter Hammon’s poetry tell us about him as an educated individual surviving within the structure of enslavement?
Site: Caumsett Park (Huntington), August 8, 2020.
Roundtable #3 – Jupiter Hammon at the Joseph Lloyd Manor: Based upon the lessons learned from roundtables 1 & 2, how can Preservation Long Island best engage Joseph Lloyd Manor visitors with Jupiter Hammon’s story, the region’s history of enslavement, and segregation on Long Island today?
East Hampton Historical Society
Program Assistant
The Program Assistant is responsible for assisting and executing programs and events under the direction of the Director of Visitor Experience (DoVE). This includes assisting on program planning and execution in order to carry out the East Hampton Historical Society’s (EHHS) mission and vision through its care and presentation of its collections.
The successful candidate will be creative, organized, enthusiastic, experienced in planning and programming, and working with the public.
Scope:
Administrative, planning, and paperwork related to program development. Such programs require coordination with other departments to ensure respective properties and technology needs are reserved and scheduled for setup, necessary supplies are ordered and on-hand, registration is managed leading up to and at the time of the event, needs and schedules of outside speakers are effectively managed, and show operations are smooth and well-organized.
This position supports programming, marketing, and outreach objectives for EHHS by working with the DoVE to conduct events and improve the visitor experience.
Essential Functions:
Skills and Qualifications
Working Conditions:
Position will be based in a busy historical society environment with active summer season at 5 historic sites. This includes participation in some Society events.
The work entails dealing professionally with highly confidential information and requires a high degree of confidentiality.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift and carry file boxes and other awkward items weighing up to 25 lbs., including up and down stairs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday.
Salary Range: $17 per hour/24-hour work week
To Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume, and three references to Maria Vann, Executive Director at director@easthamptonhistory.org
Please see our website at www.easthamptonhistory.org
Application deadline is January 1, 2020.
Program Assistant
The Program Assistant is responsible for assisting and executing programs and events under the direction of the Director of Visitor Experience (DoVE). This includes assisting on program planning and execution in order to carry out the East Hampton Historical Society’s (EHHS) mission and vision through its care and presentation of its collections.
The successful candidate will be creative, organized, enthusiastic, experienced in planning and programming, and working with the public.
Scope:
Administrative, planning, and paperwork related to program development. Such programs require coordination with other departments to ensure respective properties and technology needs are reserved and scheduled for setup, necessary supplies are ordered and on-hand, registration is managed leading up to and at the time of the event, needs and schedules of outside speakers are effectively managed, and show operations are smooth and well-organized.
This position supports programming, marketing, and outreach objectives for EHHS by working with the DoVE to conduct events and improve the visitor experience.
Essential Functions:
- Works in cooperation with other departments as support staff for programming, educational programs, and exhibitions.
- Member File maintenance
- Perform other duties as assigned. Works occasional weekends and evenings as needed.
- Program execution, especially during the summer season.
Skills and Qualifications
- Excellent Interpersonal skills. Friendly and professional demeanor.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with Past Perfect a plus.
- Excellent writing skills; strong scheduling, time management and organizational skills. Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Functions well in a position that requires organization, punctuality, and knowledge of best practices.
- Must be self-motivated and dependable.
- A non-profit background a strong plus.
- BA/BS preferred; Knowledge of history and/or museums.
Working Conditions:
Position will be based in a busy historical society environment with active summer season at 5 historic sites. This includes participation in some Society events.
The work entails dealing professionally with highly confidential information and requires a high degree of confidentiality.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift and carry file boxes and other awkward items weighing up to 25 lbs., including up and down stairs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday.
Salary Range: $17 per hour/24-hour work week
To Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume, and three references to Maria Vann, Executive Director at director@easthamptonhistory.org
Please see our website at www.easthamptonhistory.org
Application deadline is January 1, 2020.
Hallockville Museum Farm
Executive Director Position
Overview
Hallockville is seeking an Executive Director (“ED”); this position serves as the administrator of the Museum Farm. The ED is appointed by, reports to, and is responsible directly to the Board of Directors.
Hallockville Museum Farm is a not for profit organization located in Riverhead, New York on the East End of Long Island and approximately 80 miles from New York City. The museum farm has a mission of taking Long Island back to its family farming roots and exploring their relevance today.
The 28-acre museum farm is in the agricultural belt of Long Island’s North Fork and is comprised of nineteen historic houses, barns and outbuildings ranging from the mid-18th century to Depression era. Hallockville serves as an educational resource for all age groups, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Riverhead Town landmark. Additional information can be found at hallockville.com.
Major Position Responsibilities
In their role as the organization’s administrator, the ED is responsible for overseeing all aspects of operations. The position has direct roles in budgeting, funding, human resource management, development of and managing programming, administrative matters, community outreach, and interactions with the Board. A major focus of the ED position is fundraising. The position requires an ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a wide constituency of individuals and groups in a dynamic work environment.
Specific Position Responsibilities
Required Skills
The ED must be comfortable:
Educational and Expertise Requirements
Compensation
The ED position is full-time, salaried and includes medical benefits and others as determined by the Board. The salary range is anticipated to be $70,000 to $85,000 and will be commensurate with experience. Most work will occur during regular business hours, but the ED is expected to be available for weekend and early evening work as necessary. Staff housing may be available.
Application Requirements
Applications will be accepted beginning October 18, 2019 and until a suitable candidate is selected. Applicants must submit a (i) cover letter outlining interest in the position and (ii) resume that details education, employment histories along with other relevant information. Applicants should also be prepared to provide the names and contact information of three (3) references that are familiar with the applicant’s previous and/or current employment history.
All application materials must be submitted via electronic mail to edsearch@hallockville.com as attached documents in pdf format.
Executive Director Position
Overview
Hallockville is seeking an Executive Director (“ED”); this position serves as the administrator of the Museum Farm. The ED is appointed by, reports to, and is responsible directly to the Board of Directors.
Hallockville Museum Farm is a not for profit organization located in Riverhead, New York on the East End of Long Island and approximately 80 miles from New York City. The museum farm has a mission of taking Long Island back to its family farming roots and exploring their relevance today.
The 28-acre museum farm is in the agricultural belt of Long Island’s North Fork and is comprised of nineteen historic houses, barns and outbuildings ranging from the mid-18th century to Depression era. Hallockville serves as an educational resource for all age groups, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Riverhead Town landmark. Additional information can be found at hallockville.com.
Major Position Responsibilities
In their role as the organization’s administrator, the ED is responsible for overseeing all aspects of operations. The position has direct roles in budgeting, funding, human resource management, development of and managing programming, administrative matters, community outreach, and interactions with the Board. A major focus of the ED position is fundraising. The position requires an ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a wide constituency of individuals and groups in a dynamic work environment.
Specific Position Responsibilities
- Developing a proactive approach to fundraising
- Working knowledge of QuickBooks
- Developing and administering the organizational budget
- Maintaining organizational financial records
- Consulting outside accountant/bookkeeper and Treasurer when preparing required filings
- Identifying and pursuing new programming and funding sources, including external grants
- Supervising staff, volunteers, and outside groups
- Maintaining physical assets and historical integrity of the Farm
- Developing and fostering strong community and professional relationships
- Developing and fostering beneficial relationships with elected and appointed officials
- Developing and fostering a positive public relations program, including but not limited to press, public relations, social media, community outreach and newsletters
Required Skills
The ED must be comfortable:
- Fundraising
- Speaking before large and small groups
- Communicating clearly and concisely
- Interacting with the Board of Directors
- Managing educational programs, working with children and educational professionals, specifically in connection with schools and summer camp groups
- Working with software applications such as word processing, database management, spreadsheet, and graphics preparation
- Planning and managing large public events
Educational and Expertise Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a related field, such as education, agriculture or museum management is required; Master’s degree is preferred.
- Prior experience in the educational or not-for profit-organization sector is expected.
- Familiarity with fundraising, grant writing, event planning, employee supervision, volunteer, coordination, QuickBooks will be viewed as advantages.
Compensation
The ED position is full-time, salaried and includes medical benefits and others as determined by the Board. The salary range is anticipated to be $70,000 to $85,000 and will be commensurate with experience. Most work will occur during regular business hours, but the ED is expected to be available for weekend and early evening work as necessary. Staff housing may be available.
Application Requirements
Applications will be accepted beginning October 18, 2019 and until a suitable candidate is selected. Applicants must submit a (i) cover letter outlining interest in the position and (ii) resume that details education, employment histories along with other relevant information. Applicants should also be prepared to provide the names and contact information of three (3) references that are familiar with the applicant’s previous and/or current employment history.
All application materials must be submitted via electronic mail to edsearch@hallockville.com as attached documents in pdf format.
East Hampton Historical Society
Curator of Collections
The Curator of Collections is responsible for all aspects of collections management. This includes using PastPerfect database, researching, cataloguing, storage control, and exhibitions assistant. Position is at an active historical society with several historic sites with room for growth. Reports to the Chief Curator and the Executive Director and works to carry out the East Hampton Historical Society’s (EHHS) mission and vision through its care and presentation of its collections.
The Curator provides historical knowledge and support to other members of staff when required, such as to the Director of Visitor Experience. This can take the form of but is not restricted to, finding and supplying historic photos, providing copy for publication or interpretation support. The Curator as assistant to the Chief Curator, advises on procedures regarding preservation and restoration projects as well as maintenance plans that will impact on the well-being of the artifacts. The Curator is responsible for creating project initiation documents and plans for projects to be undertaken. For projects, it will also include advice and oversight on material and object handling and movement.
The successful candidate will be creative, have collections care experience, and knowledge of best practices with an eye towards future needs and institutional resources.
The Curator of Collections will ensure the organization has excellence, integrity, and best museum standards in the following areas: Collections Care and Preservation.
Scope:
Collections Care and Management: Works collaboratively with the staff of East Hampton Historical Society. To oversee the proper care, handling, storage (on- and off-site), environment, packing, shipping, and insurance of all permanent collection and temporary (loan) objects. Maintains Museum exhibition files, ISBN information, publication rights, image archives, and prepares packing, shipping, and insurance budgets for exhibitions. Responds to public inquiries about the permanent collection under the guidance of the Chief Curator. Oversees collections management database. Requirements: Knowledge of museum/collection techniques relevant to storage, conservation, handling, materials, record development, management, ethics, maintenance. Knowledge of legal issues regarding acquisition, possession, deaccession of cultural items.
Skills and Qualifications
Working Conditions:
Position will be based in a busy historical society environment with active summer season at 5 historic sites. This includes participation in some Society events.
The work entails dealing professionally with highly confidential information and requires a high degree of confidentiality.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift and carry file boxes and other awkward items weighing up to 25 lbs., including up and down stairs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday.
Salary Range: $35,000-$45,000
To Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume, and three references to Maria Vann, Executive Director at director@easthamptonhistory.org
Please see our website at www.easthamptonhistory.org
Application deadline is December 1, 2019.
Curator of Collections
The Curator of Collections is responsible for all aspects of collections management. This includes using PastPerfect database, researching, cataloguing, storage control, and exhibitions assistant. Position is at an active historical society with several historic sites with room for growth. Reports to the Chief Curator and the Executive Director and works to carry out the East Hampton Historical Society’s (EHHS) mission and vision through its care and presentation of its collections.
The Curator provides historical knowledge and support to other members of staff when required, such as to the Director of Visitor Experience. This can take the form of but is not restricted to, finding and supplying historic photos, providing copy for publication or interpretation support. The Curator as assistant to the Chief Curator, advises on procedures regarding preservation and restoration projects as well as maintenance plans that will impact on the well-being of the artifacts. The Curator is responsible for creating project initiation documents and plans for projects to be undertaken. For projects, it will also include advice and oversight on material and object handling and movement.
The successful candidate will be creative, have collections care experience, and knowledge of best practices with an eye towards future needs and institutional resources.
The Curator of Collections will ensure the organization has excellence, integrity, and best museum standards in the following areas: Collections Care and Preservation.
Scope:
Collections Care and Management: Works collaboratively with the staff of East Hampton Historical Society. To oversee the proper care, handling, storage (on- and off-site), environment, packing, shipping, and insurance of all permanent collection and temporary (loan) objects. Maintains Museum exhibition files, ISBN information, publication rights, image archives, and prepares packing, shipping, and insurance budgets for exhibitions. Responds to public inquiries about the permanent collection under the guidance of the Chief Curator. Oversees collections management database. Requirements: Knowledge of museum/collection techniques relevant to storage, conservation, handling, materials, record development, management, ethics, maintenance. Knowledge of legal issues regarding acquisition, possession, deaccession of cultural items.
Skills and Qualifications
- Excellent Interpersonal skills. Friendly and professional demeanor.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with Past Perfect.
- Excellent writing skills; strong scheduling, time management and organizational skills. Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Functions well in a position that requires organization, punctuality, and knowledge of best practices.
- Must be self-motivated and dependable.
- A non-profit background a strong plus
- BA/BS preferred; Knowledge of history and/or museums, MA in Museum Studies, Public History, Collections Management or related field a plus.
Working Conditions:
Position will be based in a busy historical society environment with active summer season at 5 historic sites. This includes participation in some Society events.
The work entails dealing professionally with highly confidential information and requires a high degree of confidentiality.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift and carry file boxes and other awkward items weighing up to 25 lbs., including up and down stairs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday.
Salary Range: $35,000-$45,000
To Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume, and three references to Maria Vann, Executive Director at director@easthamptonhistory.org
Please see our website at www.easthamptonhistory.org
Application deadline is December 1, 2019.
Position: Museum Educator
The Long Island Museum
The museum educator is responsible for working with the members of the education department to assist with the development, implementation and delivery of education programming for children, adults and senior citizens. The educator is also responsible for a wide range of detailed administrative duties. This is a full-time status position of 25 hours per week, Tuesday – Friday with some evening/weekend hours as scheduled. This position reports to the Director of Education.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
How to apply:
Send resume and cover letter to agass@longislandmuseum.org or to:
Anna Gass, Human Resources Administrator
The Long Island Museum
1200 Route 25A
Stony Brook, NY 11790
Fax 631-751-0353
The Long Island Museum
The museum educator is responsible for working with the members of the education department to assist with the development, implementation and delivery of education programming for children, adults and senior citizens. The educator is also responsible for a wide range of detailed administrative duties. This is a full-time status position of 25 hours per week, Tuesday – Friday with some evening/weekend hours as scheduled. This position reports to the Director of Education.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborates with other museum educators in the planning, preparing and teaching of collections-based programs for senior citizens and school-age children including students with diverse learning and behavioral needs. This includes school programs, access programs, scout programs, after-school programs, vacation programs and summer workshops.
- Maintains and organizes all program and education department supplies and teaching materials to ensure smooth daily operation.
- Manages and implements school outreach programs.
- Creates and updates pre and post visit materials for school field trip programs.
- Works with the education and curatorial department to develop and facilitate educational public programs designed to support exhibitions and attract adult and family visitors.
- Assists with various administrative tasks including maintaining mailing lists for distribution of brochures for school, children’s and public programs, as well as helping organize annual student and adult art shows.
- Works select evenings/weekend public programs and participates in public programs for families and community groups.
- Contributes to long range planning research, specifically focusing on outreach and evaluation.
Requirements:
- Degree in museum education, education, special education, or related field preferred.
- Experience teaching in a museum or classroom setting.
- Collaboration, flexibility, attention to detail and teamwork are essential.
- Excellent communication skills needed for interactions with schools, families and community organizations.
- Demonstrated organizational and administrative skills.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with social media is a plus.
- Comfortable lifting and moving program related supplies and equipment.
- This position involves some evening/weekend work.
How to apply:
Send resume and cover letter to agass@longislandmuseum.org or to:
Anna Gass, Human Resources Administrator
The Long Island Museum
1200 Route 25A
Stony Brook, NY 11790
Fax 631-751-0353
Education Specialist Position
Huntington Historical Society
The Huntington Historical Society is a not-for-profit 501c3 dedicated to preserving and sharing Huntington's ongoing history. This mission is supported through public education
programs, maintaining historic house museums and collections, as well as a regional research center and archive. Currently, the Society is seeking a part-time Education Specialist
to assist with and expand the Society’s current education and outreach offerings.
Job Description
The primary focus for the Education Specialist will be researching and building a long term plan to grow school and community participation in the Society’s programs, as well
as to document best practices to grow and retain a strong volunteer base. In addition, the Specialist will assist with the following responsibilities: 1) Reviewing and editing content
for programs, 2) Delivering education programs to visiting school groups during the week, 3) Serving as a gallery guide at HHS property as needed, 4) Recruiting, training,
and managing volunteers, 5) Aiding in outreach and promotion of programs. This is a one-year position with potential for renewal. This person will work closely
with the Assistant Director for 10-15 hours per week over 42 weeks to properly evaluate, plan, and implement this project. Expected salary for this position will be $14 per hour.
Qualifications
The Education Specialist should be a flexible, creative, outgoing self-starter who is able to work independently while also being highly collaborative with both staff and volunteers.
Education and Training:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, museum studies, or history is required, Masters preferred
- Knowledge of New York State Common Core Learning Standards in History/Social Studies
- Training in/knowledge of child development and various learning styles and abilities
- Training in arts education practices a major plus
Work Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in leading tours, interpreting a collection, and presenting programs to a wide variety of ages
- Minimum 3 years of experience managing school programs and volunteer staff in a museum or gallery setting; Historical building experience preferred
- Experience teaching elementary/middle-aged students in a classroom, museum, historic house or gallery setting
- Proven success marketing educational programs and events to schools and communities
- Experience in leading tours, interpreting a collection, and presenting programs to a wide variety of ages
Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent computer skills with proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Experience with Past Perfect 5.0, Survey Monkey, and Constant Contact preferred
- Knowledge of current museum education theory and practices preferred
- Experience in a particular folk art (ie: weaving, spinning, etc.) a plus , but not required
Schedule Requirements:
- This position requires 10-15 hours per week, including Sundays 12:30-4:30pm
- Occasional evening availability for special programs
Physical Requirements:
*Please note that all HHS historic buildings and offices are only accessible via stairs
- Ability to climb stairs and stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to bend over and reach high spaces for gathering teaching materials
- Physical stamina to lift and carry supplies and set up tables
To Apply
Please send a resume and cover letter to kmeade@huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. No phone calls please.
Huntington Historical Society
The Huntington Historical Society is a not-for-profit 501c3 dedicated to preserving and sharing Huntington's ongoing history. This mission is supported through public education
programs, maintaining historic house museums and collections, as well as a regional research center and archive. Currently, the Society is seeking a part-time Education Specialist
to assist with and expand the Society’s current education and outreach offerings.
Job Description
The primary focus for the Education Specialist will be researching and building a long term plan to grow school and community participation in the Society’s programs, as well
as to document best practices to grow and retain a strong volunteer base. In addition, the Specialist will assist with the following responsibilities: 1) Reviewing and editing content
for programs, 2) Delivering education programs to visiting school groups during the week, 3) Serving as a gallery guide at HHS property as needed, 4) Recruiting, training,
and managing volunteers, 5) Aiding in outreach and promotion of programs. This is a one-year position with potential for renewal. This person will work closely
with the Assistant Director for 10-15 hours per week over 42 weeks to properly evaluate, plan, and implement this project. Expected salary for this position will be $14 per hour.
Qualifications
The Education Specialist should be a flexible, creative, outgoing self-starter who is able to work independently while also being highly collaborative with both staff and volunteers.
Education and Training:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, museum studies, or history is required, Masters preferred
- Knowledge of New York State Common Core Learning Standards in History/Social Studies
- Training in/knowledge of child development and various learning styles and abilities
- Training in arts education practices a major plus
Work Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in leading tours, interpreting a collection, and presenting programs to a wide variety of ages
- Minimum 3 years of experience managing school programs and volunteer staff in a museum or gallery setting; Historical building experience preferred
- Experience teaching elementary/middle-aged students in a classroom, museum, historic house or gallery setting
- Proven success marketing educational programs and events to schools and communities
- Experience in leading tours, interpreting a collection, and presenting programs to a wide variety of ages
Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent computer skills with proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Experience with Past Perfect 5.0, Survey Monkey, and Constant Contact preferred
- Knowledge of current museum education theory and practices preferred
- Experience in a particular folk art (ie: weaving, spinning, etc.) a plus , but not required
Schedule Requirements:
- This position requires 10-15 hours per week, including Sundays 12:30-4:30pm
- Occasional evening availability for special programs
Physical Requirements:
*Please note that all HHS historic buildings and offices are only accessible via stairs
- Ability to climb stairs and stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to bend over and reach high spaces for gathering teaching materials
- Physical stamina to lift and carry supplies and set up tables
To Apply
Please send a resume and cover letter to kmeade@huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. No phone calls please.