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Reporting to the Lunder Chief Curator and working with the curatorial team and others that comprise the Colby Museum and its Lunder Institute for American Art, the Katz curator envisions and implements the presentation, interpretation, publication, and collection care duties for the Alex Katz Collection and the Katz Foundation Collection at the Colby Museum. From this vantage point, they contribute to an active research, exhibition, and publications program at the museum. They also work dynamically, consistently, and responsively with the artist, his representatives, and other stakeholders to further the study and knowledge of Katz’s work and the diverse circle of historical and contemporary artists represented in the Katz Foundation holdings.

The Katz curator contributes to the Museum’s exhibitions program, including temporary exhibitions and related programming, as well as permanent-collection installations in the Paul J. Schupf Wing for the Works of Alex Katz, and selectively and collaboratively in other areas of the museum’s permanent collection galleries where Alex Katz Collection and Katz Foundation Collection artworks appear. The Katz curator assists curricular and co-curricular use of the Katz and Katz Foundation collections. They conduct research dedicated to identifying new narratives in the field of American and contemporary art, advancing equity and diversity within the museum and the field, while facilitating relevant work by researchers and fellows at the Lunder Institute.

The Katz curator contributes to donor cultivation, stewardship and fundraising, sustaining strong relationships with the Museum’s Board of Governors and campus and local communities. They also supervise and mentor curatorial interns and advise them on career pathways in the arts.

Prioritizing partnership, the curator is a knowledgeable, imaginative, and skilled collaborator and project leader who cultivates a strong network of artists, museum peers, collectors, donor prospects, and other stakeholders aligned with the museum’s mission and the goals of the Katz collections at Colby.

For more information and to apply, please visit:  https://colby.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/ColbyCareers/job/Colby-College/Katz-Curator_R0000571

The College is seeking a highly motivated museum development officer at an exciting and defining moment in Colby’s history. This is a pivotal moment that requires a profound understanding of the arts and education as public goods. This key position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a leading—and growing--academic museum, and to significantly contribute to an ambitious and transformational campaign, at a time of tremendous opportunity and growth in the arts at Colby, including its museum.

Reporting to the director of museum development, the museum development officer will be responsible for engaging and broadening the Colby Museum of Art’s philanthropic pipeline through solicitation of annual and leadership gifts at the $5,000 through $50,000 level, executing yearly engagement events, and providing critical research, communications, stewardship, solicitation and reporting assistance. The museum development officer will serve as a staff member both within the Colby College Museum of Art and the Division of College Advancement. A highly visible representative of both the College and the Museum, the museum development officer has a deep appreciation for the liberal arts college experience, academic art museums, and a strong personal commitment to Colby’s core values. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.

For more information and to apply visit:  https://colby.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/ColbyCareers/job/Colby-College/Museum-Development-Officer_R0000557

Project Description

Maine Maritime Museum (MMM), located in Bath, Maine seeks two Collection Specialists to fill roles associated with an Institute of Museum and Library Services Museums for America grant. MMM plans to conduct a comprehensive inventory, cataloging, and digitization project in its principal collection storage space, which holds more than 9,000 objects. The project will provide the museum with substantially improved intellectual and physical control of a large portion of its object collection, resulting in increased access and improved collection care. A quality online catalog will increase public access to the collections, provide an opportunity to reach wider audiences, and expand collaborative opportunities with educators and cultural heritage organizations. Staff will be able to create programming more efficiently, and researchers will have access to a more robust and accommodating online database. The museum currently cares for more than 20,000 objects, over 2,000 linear feet of archival material, and thousands of reference materials.

Position Description

The Collection Specialist is a full-time, two-year grant-funded project position at Maine Maritime Museum to run from October 2021 - December 2023. This position will be responsible for inventorying, cataloging, and imaging historic materials in the museum's principal storage area. The roughly 9,000 items include models, clothing and textiles, furniture, fishing materials, and other 3D and 2D cultural heritage objects. Catalog information, including basic condition reporting for each item, will be added to item records in the museum's Collection Management System. Digital assets, including images, will also be added to each item record. Working under the supervision of the Manager of Collections and Library Services and the Assistant Curator, the Collection Specialist will follow cataloging and digital imaging standards adopted by the museum, participate in regular project meetings, and adhere to best practices for object handling.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in history, art history, American studies, or a related field is required. Graduate coursework in history, art history, library science, museum studies, or other related fields are preferred. Previous cataloging, object handing, and digitization experience is required. Familiarity with FADGI, Dublin Core metadata standards, PastPerfect, and American maritime material culture are preferred. This position requires the ability to perform well in a team environment, sit and stand for extended periods of time, and occasionally lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Salary is $18.00 per hour.

Application Requirements

Applications will be accepted until both positions are filled. Please send cover letter and resume by email to hr@maritimeme.org, or mail to Debbie Seybold, Maine Maritime Museum, 243 Washington St, Bath, ME 04530.

Date posted: August 2021

This position is subject to sex offender and criminal background checks.

MMM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

MMM follows CDC guidelines.

HistoryIT is seeking to hire full-time Project Specialists. Specialists will review digitized historical materials (primarily documents and photographs, as well as artifacts) and create appropriate metadata. They will offer an interpretation of the contents, identify subject tags, and create contextual links among materials in the collection. Specialists will be expected to work quickly and efficiently, meeting demanding production schedules while ensuring high-quality standards.

Being part of the HistoryIT team demands hard work, but offers real rewards for successful efforts. We are looking for people who want to grow and thrive with the company. Regular employee reviews will provide the opportunity for upward mobility, redefined responsibilities, and salary enhancements. For the right individual, eager and able to work in the intersecting worlds of history and technology, this position offers the opportunity for growth into a leadership position in a dynamic, expanding company.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree in History or related field
• extensive knowledge of U.S. history, historiography, and historical practices
• technological literacy; comfort learning and using new technologies
• experience using basic database or spreadsheet software; data-entry experience
• experience managing digital files including, but not limited to, file processing, naming conventions and organization
• strong typing skills
• knowledge of archival practices
• extensive experience in online research methods and resources
• excellent written and verbal communications skills
• strong attention to detail
• excellent reliability and punctuality
• experience meeting deadlines and production goals
• comfort working independently and in a team environment
• strong visual ability to read document content (including typed and handwritten materials) and computer displays for long periods of time
• familiarity of common metadata standards – Dublin Core, MODS, METS, etc.

Project Specialist positions will be based in our home office located in Portland, Maine.

Interested applicants should apply on Indeed and provide a resume and cover letter. Review of applications will begin immediately.

HistoryIT provides equal opportunity to all employees on the basis of individual qualification without regard to race, sex, religion, color, age, national origin, physical and mental disability, genetic information and history, sexual orientation, or other category protected by state or federal law. HistoryIT does not discriminate in the recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, transfer, benefits or any other condition of employment.

The Lunder Institute for American Art (Lunder Institute) was founded in 2017 as part of the Colby College Museum of Art to create a unique forum for scholarship, artistic practice, dialogue, and mentorship among visiting scholars and artists, faculty and students, and local and global communities. In doing so, it seeks to advance Colby College’s educational purpose, which prioritizes learning and growth within a civically engaged, interdisciplinary, and global context. Informed by place, community, and collaboration, the Lunder Institute’s primary mission is to expand who shapes American art and alters its contours while demonstrating the value of art as a public good.

Joining the Lunder Institute at a critical time in its evolution, the new Director will have the opportunity to shape its vision and strategy, including its program, practices, and structure. This individual will build on the strong foundations established in its first four years while proactively envisioning its future. The Director will oversee the staff, resources, and programs of this unique local, national, and international museum-based initiative at the intersection of research and artistic production.

For more information and to apply, please visit: 

https://artsconsulting.com/employment/lunder-institute-for-american-art-seeks-director/

The Head of the Archives and Special Collections provides leadership, vision, and planning in the collection, organization, and preservation of materials in multiple formats. The position supports the instructional, research, and public service functions of the university through collection building and access to Maine and regional materials and the University of Maine Archives. The position is responsible for the coordination, management, and direction of the department librarians and other staff.  The position takes a leadership role in the library’s work with the Memorandum of Understanding Between the Penobscot Nation and the University of Maine. This position interacts with and may lead University of Maine System library colleagues and others on matters of mutual interest and concern. Typical hiring range for this position is $61,535 to $82,048, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Plans, directs, and manages the Special Collections Department at the Fogler Library.
• Plans, directs, and manages the collection development of the University of Maine Archives and Special Collections.
• Plans, directs, and manages the access to the University of Maine collections.
• Responsible for managing the department’s reference and research service functions and may provide instruction to classes.
• Plans and implements outreach and donor relations.
• Supervises professional and hourly staff.

 

Complete Job Description

About the University:

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,700 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus and throughout the state. UMaine is the state land and sea grant university and maintains a leadership role as the System’s flagship university.  As a result, it is dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research, and service at the university, state, and national levels.

Further information about UMaine can be found at https://umaine.edu/

Submit applications: https://umaine.hiretouch.com/job-details?jobID=70041&job=head-of-archives-and-special-collections

Are you a highly motivated, collaborative, inclusive, and enthusiastic
librarian who enjoys working with manuscript collections, objects, and rare
books?

Do you love processing manuscript collections and teaching students how to
engage with primary resources?

We want you to join our Special Collections team, based at the Portland
campus of USM! The Librarian values an innovative student-centered approach to providing public services and research consultations with a special focus on Special Collections’ role in instruction and outreach to the
university and community. The position provides technical services for
Special Collections, which consists of rare book collections and manuscript
collections documenting the University as well as the African American,
Jewish, and LGBTQ+ communities in Maine.  Duties include processing
manuscript collections, the University Archives, and overseeing print
cataloging/processing. The Librarian works as part of a close-knit team to
promote and publicize Special Collections offerings, overall goals, and
projects. The Librarian will be responsible for LibGuides associated with
their liaison area and resource guides to department materials as needed.
The incumbent is expected to be professionally curious and engaged on
campus, within the library community, and the consortiums in which USM
Libraries participate.

For more information and to apply, please visit our employment site: https://usm.hiretouch.com/job-details?jobID=68956&job=special-collections-librarian

Are you someone who enjoys working in special collection settings? Do you aspire to develop and expand your skills and experience while being a part of a larger academic library team?  If you are looking to be part of a dynamic library team and a community Collection that is supported and valued by an active volunteer Board of Directors, the Archivist, Franco-American Collection position is an opportunity you will want to consider.

Join the University of Southern Maine Libraries’ team in serving a three campus, regional university in beautiful Southern Maine. 

USM Libraries’ is seeking a highly motivated, collaborative, inclusive, and enthusiastic individual who values innovation for the position of Archivist for the Franco-American Collection at our Lewiston-Auburn Campus. 

The Archivist for Franco American Collection will oversee the Collection as the professional librarian and work closely with the Director of Libraries, the Franco-American Collection Board, and the LAC Research and Instruction Librarian to organize and promote the Collection. The Archivist provides public services and technical services for the Franco-American Collection including processing manuscripts and other collections, cataloging of books and other materials in the collection and maintaining the newly initiated Archive Space collection database. This position oversees the public services of the Franco-American Collection, which includes the day-to-day operation of the Collection, assisting students, faculty, staff, and visitors with research and requests for information. The Archivist will collaborate with the LAC Library and Franco-American Fellow on a variety of library initiatives, public programming, and student support activities.

For more information and to apply, please visit our employment site:

https://usm.hiretouch.com/job-details?jobID=68766&job=archivist-franco-american-collection

The Trustees of the Washburn-Norlands Living History Center, the “Norlands,” in Livermore, Maine are seeking a dynamic leader to serve as Executive Director, beginning in September 2021. The Executive Director will engage supporters and the public with her/his enthusiasm for this unique institution and its story. The Norlands is a 440-acre working farm and 19th century estate, located in Maine’s western foothills, the ancestral home of the extraordinary Washburn family. The Norlands is nationally acclaimed for its unique programs in first-person living history. An Executive Director, a paid staff and volunteers offer public programming and special events throughout the year.

Summary of responsibilities: The Executive Director works closely with the Trustees and manages a team of staff and volunteers to carry out the overall operations of the center, including its educational programming, special events and public communications. He/She will oversee the maintenance of our historic buildings and the exhibition of our collection. The ED is the chief advocate and spokesperson for the Norlands and is expected to keep pace with the financial well-being of the foundation. 

Qualifications:  Excellent skills in time management and planning. A working knowledge of database software and social media. Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with staff, volunteers and Trustees. Education or experience in history or museum studies are a plus. 

Terms: Currently a 3-4 day per week position with a starting salary of $40,000 to increase to $50,000 as the pandemic recedes. Review of applications will begin on July 1, 2021. Applications accepted until the position is filled. 

How to apply: Please send a letter of interest and resume to trustees@norlands.org. Please be prepared to provide professional references.

Boothbay Region Historical Society is seeking an independent, highly organized Office Manager for the society and its museum. Applicants should enjoy working alone and with the public, be competent with MS Office software, and possess solid writing skills. The Office Manager handles daily operations, light bookkeeping, simple research inquiries, volunteer training, member and donor activity, and correspondence among other daily or occasional tasks. The Office Manager works closely with the BRHS director and museum historian, as well as board committees. This is a year-round, 16-hour per week position.  Before requesting an interview, interested applicants must submit a cover letter and current resume along with three references to brhs@gwi.net, or mailed to Office Manager Position, Boothbay Region Historical Society, PO Box 272, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538. For more about the society, see our website at www.boothbayhistorical.org.