Job Opening:  Guest Services Associate

Supervisor: Manager of Museum Services

Team Support: Gift Shop Team

Status: Seasonal (May - October), 20-40 hours per week ; Rate: $9 per hour

Hiring preference given to applicants available to work mid-May thru late October

Job Summary

Guest Services Associates are responsible for greeting museum guests, assisting in the museum shops,

interpreting museum exhibits, maintaining the appearance of the museums, and providing excellent

customer service.

Responsibilities (may include any combination of the following):

• Attend mandatory (paid) staff trainings.

• Greet and count guests and tour groups, collect admission fees, and sell museum memberships.

• Orient visitors to the Museum’s exhibits, and provide history talks and group introductions or conduct

tours.

• Act as shop clerk, assisting customers, answering questions, conducting sales, and maintaining good

customer relations.

• Maintain daily records, including sales, deposits, and reports.

• Open and close the Museums; including shops, admission desks, and exhibit areas as required.

• Maintain overall museum and shop appearance, including dusting and cleaning of shop fixtures,

windows, and exhibits. Maintain appearance and cleanliness of public spaces, including lounges and

galleries, kitchen, and hallways.

• Assist with shop operations, including inventory, merchandise displays, and processing of stock.

• Work with volunteers, and support their needs.

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn about the native cultures of Maine. Knowledge of or interest in Native Americans,

particularly those of Maine, and their culture and crafts. Resources available upon request.

• Previous retail and/or guest services experience, preferred.

• Familiarity with computers or cash registers, exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, and

the ability to work in a fast paced environment.

• Must be available to work weekends and holidays, MayundefinedOctober, and provide flexibility.

• Reliable transportation is required.

Physical Requirements

• Significant time is spent standing or walking; occasional sitting for long periods.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

• Ability to operate computer, cash register, and adding machine.

• High energy level and ability to adapt to changing conditions.

The Abbe Museum is an equal opportunity employer. Positions are open until filled.

Interested candidates should mail application to: Astra Haldeman – Abbe Museum – PO Box 286

Additional info at:  http://www.abbemuseum.org/downloads/2013guestservicesassociatedescription-1.pdf

 

The Maine State Library and the Maine Library Association are pleased to announce the opening of the application period for the Maine Library Leadership Institute, a year-long program to develop leaderships skills that is open to librarians in all types of libraries. To begin this program, MSL and MLA are partnering to send 7 Maine librarians to the New England Library Leadership Symposium (NELLS) in North Andover, MA. NELLS runs from July 29 - August 2. Tuition and some travel costs will be paid through grants from MLA and the Maine Community Foundation.


You will submit your application to NELLS but Maine applications will be forwarded to a local committee for evaluation. The MLA Chair and NELA representative and the 3 district consultants will make up the selection committee.


NELLS is just the beginning of an exciting year of leadership training and activities planned by the district consultants. For more information and a link to the application, go the MSL website: http://www.maine.gov/msl/mrls/coned/leadership.htm.

CULTURAL PROPERTY SAFETY, SECURITY & EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS TRAINING & CERTIFICATION FOR FRONT LINE STAFF OR MANAGERS CIPS Certification Monday, February 4, 2013 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The Certified Institutional Protection Specialist/Supervisor (CIPS) program designates those professionals working in, or directly responsible for the protection of cultural, public, and educational institutions.  This special category of IFCPP basic certification includes proprietary or contract security officers, supervisors, human resources, librarians, registrars, curators, or other staff with duties in facility protection and front line response.   CIPS Coursework Includes: Code of Conduct Conflict Resolution & Use of Force Customer Service & Guest Relations Emergency Evacuations & Lockdowns Emergency Medical Response Fire Protection Legal Considerations & Restrictions Protecting Collections  Patrolling, Incident Reporting, Package Inspections Cost: $165 per person (discounts available for multiple registrations) – includes application fee, course work, handouts, exam, and certification) CIPS certification requires attendance at this full-day classes, plus written examination. Confirmation, application paperwork, and classroom/parking directions will be e-mailed upon receipt of registration.  Location: Bowdoin College, Brunswick, Maine Contact IFCPP now to register! ____________________________________________________ CIPM Certification Tuesday, February 5, 2013 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The Certified Institutional Protection Manager (CIPM) program provides the latest information for professionals in a management or administrative role who are responsible for the protection of cultural, educational, or public institutions. CIPM Coursework Includes: Emergency Management Fire Protection Legal Considerations & Litigation Avoidance Workplace Violence Prevention Protecting Collections & Assets Technology Considerations Personnel Management Cost: $195 per person (discounts available for multiple registrations) – includes application fee, course work, handouts, exam, and certification) Location: Bowdoin College, Brunswick, Maine Upon successful completion of course work and exam, participants will be awarded CIPS and/or CIPM certification.  Special thanks to Bowdoin College for generously hosting of this important workshop! Contact IFCPP now to register! Please pass along this message to your colleagues, associates, and peers that might benefit from these timely training opportunities.  Additional discounts are available for your referrals, contact us for details.   Join Us Today.                  Unsubscribe Copyright (C) 2011 IFCPP All rights reserved. Forward this email to a friend Update your profile

History buffs interested in archaeology have an opportunity this winter to assist Dr. Neill De Paoli processing recently discovered artifacts dating as far back as the mid-1600s.

An archaeology "lab" for washing, reconstructing, and identifying artifacts will be held at the Counting House Museum in South Berwick on Saturday afternoons from noon to 3:30 pm throughout the winter.  Volunteers are needed and will be trained on the job; no prior experience is needed.

 "This is an opportunity for a hands-on encounter with historical household objects, tools and building materials used hundreds of years ago," said De Paoli.  "You'll get a closer look than is ever possible when looking at a museum exhibit.  Your assistance in processing these artifacts will also help us get a better understanding of the age, purpose, and identity of the structures we have uncovered on the the Old Fields dig site, so we will be very grateful to participants for their assistance."

Those interested in participating may contact DePaoli for further information at 603-766-0561 or ndppquid@yahoo.com.

DePaoli, who has devoted most of his career to the study of English settlement and Anglo-Indian and English-French relations in early northern New England, has spent the past two summers overseeing excavations and the Old Berwick Historical Society's archaeological field school in South Berwick.

The Old Fields dig is named for a neighborhood of South Berwick that 330 years ago was a small hamlet of several homes, a tavern, meetinghouse, burial ground, town wharf, and expansive hay fields, De Paoli explained. Historical documents suggest this locale was a fortified garrison during the conflict ridden 1690s and early 1700s. In 1690 and 1691, Wabanaki war parties attacked the Old Fields garrison and two men working in a nearby field, on two separate occasions.

The dig site is the former dwelling and tavern of Humphrey and Mary Spencer who occupied it from c. 1696 until 1727.  De Paoli and his team and members of an archaeological field school (2012) uncovered the first evidence of an early structure that appears to be the Spencer home and tavern along with an array of items including glass wine bottles, stoneware jugs and drinking tankards, and clay smoking pipes. They have also unearthed part of a nearby blacksmith shop that was owned by Captain Ichabod Goodwin and his son General Ichabod Goodwin who lived on the property from 1740 until 1829.

Dr. De Paoli will be continuing his search for more evidence of the Spencer home, and tavern along with the as yet elusive garrison (c. 1690-1720) this coming summer with the assistance of his crew of volunteers and an archaeological field school.

De Paoli has 35 years of experience as a historical archaeologist, having directed archaeological projects in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. He is an adjunct professor at Southern Maine Community College.

More information about the Old Fields Archaeology Project is available at www.oldberwick.org

The Northeast Document Conservation Center (NEDCC) seeks a knowledgeable
and energetic Preservation Specialist to support its consulting,
education, and outreach programs.

Working closely with NEDCC's staff, the Preservation Specialist prepares
and facilitates workshops, webinars, lectures, coursework, and
conference presentations; edits or authors reference resources and
publications; responds to technical and disaster inquiries; coordinates
and conducts preservation needs assessments; authors comprehensive
assessment reports that provide specific recommendations based on
findings and best-practices; participates in department- and Center-wide
projects and initiatives; and represents NEDCC at local, regional, and
national professional meetings and conferences.

As NEDCC continues to expand its consulting, education, and outreach
services, the ideal candidate for this position will be able to develop
and maintain both physical and digital preservation knowledge and
skills.

FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY:
http://www.nedcc.org/about/news.2013preservationjob.php

Penobscot Marine Museum Education Director

Due to a retirement, the Penobscot Marine Museum is seeking a Director of Education with proven experience in identifying educational opportunities, creating and implementing programs and curriculum that advance the Museum’s mission.

PMM is dedicated to preserving, interpreting and celebrating the maritime culture of the Penobscot Bay Region and beyond through collections, education and community engagement. The Museum houses superb collections of marine art, historic boats, scrimshaw, ship models and 19^th export items as well as over 100,000 historic photographs. The Museum’s education programs, both on and off site, have a long history of excellence and innovation. PMM’s Maritime History and Literacy Curriculum, for example, blends maritime history and literacy skill practice in a detailed and comprehensive program that is unique in the museum education field.

Position Description and Responsibilities include:

·         Work with colleagues (paid and volunteer) in the planning, development, implementation, coordination and evaluation of robust education programs and experiences that meet the diverse needs of PMM audiences, including professional development for teachers, school outreach and on-site programming for adults as well as children.

·         Understand, identify and appropriately respond to a diverse audience that includes students, families, and other life-long learners.

·         Work with PMM staff to coordinate existing programs and develop new programs that will fully leverage PMM’s historical, environmental and institutional resources.

·         Develop, implement and evaluate outreach strategies to promote PMM’s educational visitation and programs.

·         Manage and schedule interpretive programs to deliver and promote experiences, such as Museum tours, school programs and special events to Museum visitors

·         Facilitate school participation in the museum experience.

·         Together with Board members, staff, and individually, promote PMM’s programs to current and prospective donors to generate funding for exponential growth.

·         Working with appropriate staff, identify granting opportunities within the guidelines of the long range plan, yearly exhibits and departmental needs and participate in the preparation of the grant applications and reporting.

·         Working with appropriate staff, develop and maintain an annual budget for the education department.

·         Regularly evaluate and review the results of education programming with the executive director and appropriate Board committees.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants must have, at a minimum, a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four year college in social sciences, history, education or a related field as well as at least 5 years’ experience working in a museum environment or related institution or in the field of education. Preferred applicants should possess a creative and innovative approach to PMM’s programmatic and educational development. In addition, the successful candidate must have:

• Demonstrated ability to make scholarly information accessible to various audiences, including the general public, families, students and educators.
• Demonstrated ability to approach projects in an analytical, well-organized manner and be able to meet deadlines while working on several concurrent projects.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and manage staff and resources to teach, train and/or interpret information and communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences
• Commitment to working as part of a collaborative team.

• Ability to work effectively and creatively using computers and online technology.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral to include public speaking/presentation skills.
• Relevant experience in budget and resource management.

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three

professional references to Education Director Search, Penobscot Marine Museum, 5 Church Street, PO Box 498, Searsport, ME  04974 or email dhavey@pmm-maine.org.  For more information on the Museum, please visit our website at www.penobscotmarinemuseum.org

Gallery Manager

Maine Media Workshops + College

Company:	Maine Media Workshops + College
Location:	Portland, Maine & Rockport, Maine
Type:	Full-Time

Job Description

Maine Media Workshops + College is seeking to hire a GALLERY MANAGER to be responsible for two galleries: one at 132 Washington Avenue in Portland (“Portland Gallery”), and one at Central Street, Rockport, Maine (“MMWC Gallery"). The mission of the MMWC Gallery is to showcase photographic and multi-media work of students, alumni, and faculty, as well as innovative media artists whose work would be educational to our community and to our students. The mission of the Portland Gallery is to show high quality photography and works on paper of artists in Maine or with a connection to Maine.

The person hired for this position will curate, and/or coordinate with internal and/or guest curators, and manage approximately 20 gallery exhibitions per year and related events. The Gallery Manager will ensure both galleries maintain planned open hours, recruiting and coordinating volunteers and interns as needed. Working with curators and guest curators, the Gallery Manager will be responsible for marketing, communications and public relations; hanging shows, merchandising and displays; planning and hosting gallery events, recordkeeping, cash management and all business functions. The person in this position will be located in Portland approximately 3 days/week and in Rockport 2 days/week, travelling between these locations.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to market photography and other artwork effectively through, including but not limited to the internet and appropriate social media outlets; ideally he/she will have previous management and gallery experience; he/she is passionate about photography and knowledgeable about the medium’s history and current trends.

How To Apply

Apply online via our website: http://www.mainemedia.edu/workshops/about/employment or send resume and letter expressing interest and relevant experience to Jobs@mainemedia.edu. Applications will be reviewed beginning January 15, 2013.

Museum Assistant

            The Margaret Chase Smith Library, a congressional research library located in Skowhegan, Maine, and dedicated to promoting Senator Smith’s legacy of service, civics, civility, and aspirations, seeks a full-time museum assistant.  The successful candidate will be responsible for visitor services, tour guiding, and museum exhibits.  The assistant will also expand the social media reach of the museum by using the archival collection to provide content on the Internet.

            Requirements:  Bachelor’s degree; Master’s with specialty in twentieth-century US History preferred; several years of museum experience; working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook, PastPerfect database, and social media platforms.  For a full list of responsibilities and qualifications, please see jobs.umaine.edu.

            Salary range: $26,570 - 27,500 dependent upon skills, plus full University benefits.  This position is contingent on outside funding.

            Please send letter of interest, résumé, writing sample, and names and numbers of three references to: Job Search, c/o Lynnette G. King, Administrator, Margaret Chase Smith Library, 56 Norridgewock Avenue, Skowhegan, ME, 04976.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

            On January 1, 2011, UMaine became a tobacco-free campus. Information regarding UMaine’s tobacco-free policy is online at http://umaine.edu/tobaccofree/.

The University of Maine is an

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Spotlight Award
Purpose and Criteria for Selection:

Established in 2005, this award recognizes the contributions of individuals who work for the good of the archives profession and of archival collections, and whose work would not typically receive public recognition. The nominee(s) should have achieved distinction in one or more of the following ways:

* Participating in special projects.
* Exhibiting tireless committee or advocacy work.
* Responding effectively to an unforeseen or pressing need or emergency.
* Contributing innovative or creative ideas to the profession.
* Performing extraordinary volunteerism.
* Quietly but effectively promoting the profession.

Eligibility:

Awarded to an individual archivist or a group of up to five archivists who have collaborated on a project. Preference is given to archivists working in smaller repositories, especially those without institutional support for professional activities.

Nomination Requirements: A completed nomination form, downloadable at http://www2.archivists.org/sites/all/files/Spotlight-Award-Form.rtf.

Sponsor and Funding: The Society of American Archivists Foundation.

Prize: A certificate and complimentary registration (for up to five individuals) to the SAA Annual Meeting occurring in the year in which the award is presented.

Submission Deadline and Nomination Form: Deadline: February 28, 2013. Please complete the nomination form (http://www2.archivists.org/sites/all/files/Spotlight-Award-Form.rtf) and email it along with any applicable supporting documentation to awards@archivists.org with the subject line “Spotlight Award.” Attachments should not exceed 5MB.

Alternately, nominations may be mailed. Materials must be postmarked by February 28, 2013, and should be sent to:

Spotlight Award Committee

Society of American Archivists

17 North State Street, Suite 1425

Chicago, IL 60602-4061

Questions should be directed to me as chair of the Spotlight Award Subcommittee, tzachar@lsu.edu or 225-578-6546.

Please visit http://www2.archivists.org/recognition for a list and explanation of all of the awards offered by SAA. The above information and past awardees is available online, (http://www2.archivists.org/governance/handbook/section12-spotlight).  

Farnsworth Art Museum in Rockland Seeks Events & Volunteer Manager

Company:	Farnsworth Art Museum
Location:	Rockland, ME
Type:	Full-Time
Start Date:	immediately

Job Description

The Museum is seeking an Events and Volunteer Manager to provide leadership, professional expertise, and direction for all museum events, facilities rentals, and the museum volunteer program.

Responsibilities:
Manages all museum events including developing timelines, budgets, specifications, and logistics. Develops and aggressively markets a facilities use program. Administers the volunteer program and serves as point of contact for all groups that rent the museum facilities.

Qualifications:
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks. A minimum of five years project management experience necessary, with the ability to plan and produce events and meetings from concept to completion. Ability to lift 40 lbs. Strong computer skills including MS Office, Excel, and exposure to programs like Blackbaud’s Raiser’s Edge important. Candidate must be able to work flexible hours including occasional nights and weekends. B.A. preferred.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should forward cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: employment@farnsworthmuseum.org