Employment and Learning Opportunities:

Position Description:

The Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum in Middle River, MD is accepting applicants for the grant funded, full time position of  Education Programs Manager. This position will work with the Director of Education developing, planning, executing and promoting educational programs in preparation for the opening of the Museum's new Education Center.

The qualifications for a candidate are as follows:

1. Needs to have an MA degree in the museum or education field with at least 3 years of museum experience, experience working with children, knowledge of the regions education systems and curriculum standards that need to be incorporated into museum programs.
   
2. Needs to have the desire to offer children and youth inspiration and encouragement in achieving their potential for learning..
   
3. Must have excellent people interaction skills
   
4. Must bring to our GLMMAM education team a desire for using their work experience and lessons learned over the years for developing a unique and exciting learning experience resource for museum visitors of all ages, with a focus on the K - 12 students. This is not a position for someone fresh out of college or with little experience working with children. We want someone who knows what it is to take on a challenge, to run with it and with a desire to provide a quality work environment and quality programming.

To prospective candidates in search of an interesting challenge who would like to see an amazing educational resource take shape and "fly", who enjoys working with a group of dedicated folks eager to accomplish a quality goal, who wants to participate in helping a tiny education spark to eventually grow into a first class, multimillion dollar facility, who wants an avenue to use your creative energies and talent, and who is looking for an opportunity offering future potential employment growth, we ask you to please submit your interest to:
Debi Wynn, Director of Education at GLMMuseumPR@aol.com.

Position Description:

Friends of Auburn Heights Preserve, Inc. Director Search

The Friends of Auburn Heights Preserve seeks its first full-time Director to administer, develop and promote a young and lively association as it completes the transition from a private collection to a publicly recognized preservation and education organization. 

The FAHP is committed to preserving and celebrating the legacy of steam transportation, in the context of the Marshall family setting.  Viewing that as a living legacy, FAHP also extends operating knowledge of steam transportation technology by training people in the operation and maintenance of steam-powered automobiles and a 1/8 size live steam railroad.  That heritage is shared with the public through on-site public programs and participation at off-site events. 

The heart of the collection is fourteen operating Stanley steam automobiles, all in running condition.  These were assembled by Thomas C. Marshall, Jr., and his father, T. Clarence Marshall (1885 - 1969), who was a Stanley dealer in the early 20th century.  A 1916 Rauch and Lang electric car and 1932 and 1937 Packards present the three forms of power competing for dominance at the beginning of the automotive era.  The miniature steam railroad was constructed by the Marshalls and carries passengers.

Auburn Heights is the home constructed by Israel Marshall in 1897; it has been occupied continuously by the Marshall family.  In 2008 it will become a part of the Delaware State Park system.  The FAHP will own and maintain the steam collection and occupy a museum building and garage on the property, continuing its preservation, interpretation, and outreach activities.  It will likely work with the state park staff in developing a plan for the use and interpretation of the Auburn Heights residence.  FAHP has 501 (c) (3) not for profit recognition from the Internal Revenue Service. 

Auburn Heights Preserve is approximately 200 acres of largely open space in the rolling countryside of northern New Castle County, Delaware, near the Pennsylvania state line. 

In 1997 Mr. Marshall invited a small group of people to learn about the operation of steam automobiles.  This grew and became known informally as the Marshall Steam Team. The initial success of the operation attracted attention and interest, with more joining the ranks.  The FAHP was formally organized in 2005.  It has 200 plus members, with about 60 active volunteers.  Several public openings are held each year during which visitors can ride in a steam car, an electric car, on the miniature railroad, and tour the Marshall Museum. Some of the openings include a tour of the Auburn Heights residence.  Several more openings are held by reservation for group visits.

During most weeks of the year volunteers come to Auburn Heights two nights per week to work on projects that include vehicle maintenance, museum exhibits, railroad maintenance and improvements, and general organization.  A management team organizes and oversees the volunteer work projects. 

FAHP is administered by a 19 member board of directors elected by the membership.
The anticipated 2008 operating budget is $166,000.

In 2006 FAHP hired a Director on a 2/3 time basis and is now ready to expand that to a full-time position.  A successful Director will be energetic, self-motivated, and enthusiastic.  The individual will enjoy working with people in many settings:  board members, volunteers, members, donors, media representatives, community leaders, and so on.  This person will need to understand and assure compliance with the requirements for not for profit organizations, as well as providing general oversight of business affairs, and management of the collections.  

Interested persons should send a cover letter and resume to:  Search Committee, Friends of Auburn Heights Preserve, Inc., Box 61, Yorklyn, DE  19736.

It is hoped that the Director will be named in late 2007 and assume responsibilities early in 2008. 

Please visit www.auburnheights.org for additional information on the Friends of Auburn Heights Preserve, Inc. 

Position Description:

Wanted: Energetic museum professional to lead unique exhibit design and fabrication team for Purdue Agriculture, one of the country’s premier land-grant institutions. Candidate will oversee a staff of four professionals and several students in the conception and design of museum exhibits and informal science education efforts. The successful candidate will excel at creating innovative combinations of three-dimensional exhibits, interactive elements, text and graphics that promote interest in science, research and educational messages from Purdue Agriculture and Purdue Extension.

Working with Purdue faculty and staff, the successful candidate will help create dynamic, fun, engaging exhibits for two or more major venues per year, including a 6,000 square foot exhibit space at the Indiana State Fair, and lead and support conception and design efforts for museums from Indiana to the East Coast.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and three years experience in museum operations and exhibit design and fabrication required. Staff management experience and advanced university degree in industrial technology, informal learning or related field a plus. Proficient in personal computers and able to use CAD/CAM programs. A portfolio of work will be requested from finalists.

For consideration submit resume and apply online at: www.purdue.edu/jobs and reference the posting number 1143.231.0705

Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Employer committed to achieving a diverse workforce.

Position Description:

Collections Intern
Peachfield & The Old Schoohouse

Candidate will assist in cataloging & photgraphing collection using Past Perfect software and give tours of historic house museum.

Qualifications: Some college.

Compensation: Unpaid position, fall or spring semester. Interns usually arrange for credit from their school.

Send resume and cover letter to:
Maureen O'Connor Leach
Executive Director
Peachfield & The Old Schoolhouse
180 Burrs Rd
Westampton, NJ 08060

Position Description:

Position Opening in the Summer of 2007: Assistant Collection Manager

Planting Fields Foundation is seeking an Assistant Collections Manager. Reporting directly to the Collections Manager, the Assistant Collections Manager will be responsible for the following:

• Aid in the implementation of Historic Furnishing Plan. This includes researching artifact provenance, accessioning items in collection, inputting records into Past Perfect database.
• Participate in docent training, prepare and present interpretive literature on collections and related topics.
• Maintain clean image of Coe Hall: aid in opening and closing the house for tours, clean artifacts, and periodically inventory collections on display.
• Participate in Collections Committee and Mutual Aid Committee
• Retrieve and reorganize archival material for information requests and general maintenance.
• Implement recommendations from previous conservation surveys.
• Other responsibilities as necessary

Must have a BA in American History, decorative arts, art history, material culture or related field. Must be knowledgeable in current museum practices and have excellent PC skills. The successful candidate is a detail-oriented, well-rounded team player able to compliment other museum disciplines. Must be able to reach, grasp, and pull from kneeling, stooping, or standing and reaching overhead positions. Must be able to climb two flights of stairs and carry a minimum of 25 pounds. Planting Fields Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Compensation is $23,500/ year, including full medical and dental and retirement plan.

Please send your resume to mdellacroce@plantingfields.org or mail to:

Marianne Della Croce
Collections Manager
PO Box 660
Oyster Bay, NY 11771

Position Description:

Archivist and Museum Curator
St. Thomas University

The University Library at St. Thomas University, the Archdiocesan University in Miami-Dade County, is seeking to fill a position responsible for leadership in all aspects of its new archive, special collection and museum facility planned to open in the Fall of 2008.

Responsibilities include: establishing the new Center for Catholic Archives & Special Collections and construction of the University Museum within a 3800 square foot section of the library; curatorial work; oversight of display & museum story-board design; all space, layout, display and lighting configurations; oversight of associated digital initiatives and thematic web pages; planning for ribbon-cutting exhibits and events; and work with other faculty to infuse special collections & museum function in the curriculum and information literacy programs. For more information visit http://library.stu.edu/museum/

Compensation & Benefits: to $55,000 commensurate with credentialing and experience. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, University holidays, 22 days annual leave and 9 days sick leave per year and the choice of deferred compensation package (AIG VALIC or TIAA CREF).

Qualifications:

Education / Qualifications: This position requires a graduate degree, in Museum studies or management, with certification or significant experience in archives/special collections management. A second Masters in Public History would be highly considered. Extensive administrative experience in museum work, with experience in grant-writing and promotion of special collections could stand in lieu of second degree.

How to apply:

Send Resume, Cover Letter and References to:

Isabel Medina
Acquisitions Coordinator
16401 NW 37Avenue
Miami Gardens, FL 33054

Position Description:

Assistant, Archives & Digital Projects
St. Thomas University

Assisting the Archivist & Museum Curator, University Librarian and the Archdiocese of Miami, in the development of physical archives, digital imaging, and web distribution systems for historically important papers, photographs, moving images, art, and religious artifacts reflecting the vibrant history of Catholicism in SE Florida; management of document retention and preservation schedules; assistance with the oversight of the day-to-day operations of physical storage and retrieval facilities; and delivery and processing of materials from various areas of the Archdiocese.

Position will at times oversee staff and/or work-study students for completion of projects; and assist with the installation of exhibits in the University Library Archives/Museum display areas. Position also will work closely with companies providing bulk-scanning of historical material; and will at times assist in the development of finding aids (electronic and print), and participate in cataloging or other metadata activities. For more information visit http://library.stu.edu/museum/

Compensation & Benefits: to $38,000 commensurate with experience. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, University holidays, 10 days annual leave and 9 days sick leave per year and the choice of deferred compensation package (AIG VALIC or TIAA CREF).

How to apply:

Send Resume, Cover Letter and References to:

Isabel Medina
Acquisitions Coordinator
16401 NW 37Avenue
Miami Gardens, FL 33054

Program Description:

Certificate Program in Collections Management
Museum Studies, The George Washington University

Qualifications:

An undergraduate degree with a 2.75 G.P.A. from an accredited institution of higher learning is required. position dscription: Designed for those working or volunteering in museums, but unable to attend a formal museum studies program, Museum Studies offers its Distance Education completely online for those interested in Collections Management.

How to apply:

Fall Admissions Deadline: June 1, 2007

Send one recommendation, your resume, your college transcripts, a statement of purpose and a completed online application to

Alison DeSilva
Program Advisor
2147 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20052

Position Description:

Research assistant
Poplar Hill on His Lordship's Kindness

To assist with house and land research. Volunteer status only. Willing to work with professors if required to class project or credit.

Qualifications:

Current college student. No closing date -- always looking for good student assistants.

How to Apply:

Sent letter of introduction and intent to

Bianca Floyd, Director
Poplar Hill on His Lordship's Kindness
7606 Woodyard Road
Clinton, MD 20735

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