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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.