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Job Announcements for North Carolina MuseumsJob announcements are posted for North Carolina Museum Council Members free of charge by contacting webmaster@ncmuseums.org. Non-members may submit an advertisement (100 word maximum) to our website and newsletter for a $25 fee by contacting treasurer@ncmuseums.org by e-mail. If the job posting will expire before the next NCMC quarterly newsletter, a website-only advertisement is $15. Job listings will be posted for a maximum of two months, or will be removed on or about the date of a stated deadline for applications.
The Schiele Museum in Gastonia seeks a Museum Store Manager. This responsible, professional position directs all operations and services at the museum store, coordinates the maintenance and purchase of shop merchandise, provides supervision of museum store personnel and performs a variety of related tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
The Museum Store Manager must have a working knowledge of retail merchandising and accounting techniques, methods, and procedures. Additionally, the Museum Store Manager must have the ability to communicate with, manage, and motivate people. The Store Manager must possess technology skills appropriate to operate assigned equipment (cash register, computer, credit card machine and others).
Regular schedule of hours of work are 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. Additional hours may be required during holidays, weekends, and during after-hours special events.
Two years of college education or the equivalent is required but may be waived with significant retail management experience.
Send resumes by September 15 to: Karl L. McKinnon, Assistant Director, Schiele Museum of Natural History, 1500 East Garrison Blvd., Gastonia, NC 28054, or email to karlm@cityofgastonia.com. (Posted August 14, 2008.)
The Gaston County Museum of Art & History, located in Dallas, NC and AAM accredited, is seeking a Curator of Collections.
Responsibilities: supervising the care of collections and collections staff; developing and maintaining collections policies and procedures; conserving the collections and conducting research on objects; researching, designing and installing art/history exhibits annually; giving presentations; and working with the general public and donors regarding objects.
Qualifications: Master’s degree in Museum Studies, Collections Management, Public History, Art, Art History or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Computer literate with knowledge of data base management. Knowledge of Past Perfect a plus. Negative drug test required.
Review of applications begins August 22, 2008. Open until filled. The salary range is $30,427 -$47,168 annually. To apply, visit www.co.gaston.nc.us. EOE. (Posted August 12, 2008.)
The Culture & Heritage Museums (CHM) seeks an experienced educator to direct school programs for the Culture & Heritage Museums. Serving upstate South Carolina and the greater Charlotte, North Carolina region, CHM is York County’s system of linked cultural institutions including the Museum of York County, Historic Brattonsville, the McCelvey Center and the future Museum of Life and the Environment now in development.
The School Programs Manager designs, develops, promotes, implements, and evaluates a comprehensive and intensive program of learning experiences across the CHM system of museums that meet the needs of the K-12, college and the educator audience. The school program is an extremely active component of the CHM routinely attracting over 30,000 students per year.
School programs may include, but are not limited to, tours, classes, workshops, living history programs, Brattonsville Academy 1840, Arts in Education series, professional development opportunities for teachers, and school residencies. Content areas include: life science, environmental science, physical science/astronomy, social studies/American history, performing arts. He/she works closely with the formal education community and ensures that programs meet school needs and are aligned with state and national standards. The School Programs Manager reports to the CHM Director of Education and works closely with education/interpretation staff to develop and deliver high quality programs.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in museum education or teaching within a formal or informal setting, curriculum development, management and supervision of staff, budget management, and a strong working knowledge of the public education system.
CHM offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package for its employees. The salary range for this position is $32,000 to $44,500. A job description is available in the employment section of CHM’s website www.chmuseums.org. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume presenting qualifications and experience to Julie Voges, Director of Human Resources, via email jvoges@chmuseums.org or mail to 4621 Mt Gallant Road, Rock Hill, SC 28732, or fax to 803-329-5249. (Posted August 8, 2008.)
The Catawba Science Center, Hickory, NC, is seeking a dynamic Executive Director to replace Mark Sinclair, who will retire in July, 2009.
The Executive Director will provide leadership for a professional staff of 21 full-time and 31 part-time, and manage an operating budget of $1.6 million. Major responsibilities include significant fundraising, Board, donor, and community relations, and long-range planning to further CSC’s mission.
Qualifications: Masters Degree in a relevant field, minimum of 5 years experience in senior management at a successful non-profit (preferably a museum), strong fundraising skills, and ability to communicate effectively.
Catawba Science Center is a progressive 33-year-old institution located in the N.C. foothills, with 18,000 square feet of exhibits, including major aquaria and a 65-seat digital planetarium. Learn more at www.catawbascience.org.
Salary and benefits commensurate with qualifications. CSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Open until filled. Send resume and cover letter to msinclair@catawbascience.org. (Posted August 7, 2008).
The Greenville Museum of Art, the leading center for the visual arts in the city since 1937, seeks applicants for its Executive Director. This position reports to the Board of Trustees. The successful applicant should possess the following qualities:
• Visionary leadership, passion and drive to enhance the role of
GMA as the leader in visual arts in Eastern North Carolina
• A proven track record of effective fund raising and grant writing
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to administer budgets and oversee a growing endowment
• Ability to lead, manage and motivate staff and energetic volunteers
• Artistic leadership in acquiring, preserving, exhibiting and
interpreting works of art
• Ability to project a professional presence and foster
relationships in the community.
Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Candidates must possess a four-year college degree from an accredited university. A major in arts administration or a related field is preferred. Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter with professional references to:
Greenville Museum of Art, Attn: Director Search Committee, 1210 B. East Arlington Blvd., Greenville, NC 27858. The Greenville Museum of Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. (Posted June 30, 2008.)
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