Job Description

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum is looking for a counselor to join our Summer Camp team!  Our camps cover a wide variety of topics, from fishing to metal work, archaeology to watershed science, and snorkeling. If you are interested in any of those topics, this position would be a great fit for you! However, only a love of working with kids and contagious teaching energy are required. You must be motivated and able to work on a team as well as on your own.  The counselor will be responsible for implementing hands-on, experientially-oriented programming in coordination with the Education Programs Manager.  Work may include physically demanding tasks like canoeing, carrying supplies, hiking, snorkeling, life-guarding, and heavy lifting.  On and in-water experience is required.  This is a high-energy program where counselors spend their days working and teaching in a unique and mostly outdoor environment.  Last, but not least, it is the camp counselor’s responsibility to assure campers stay safe while having awesome and life-enriching experiences.

At Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, we are committed to using our skills as historians, archaeologists, and educators to help make systemic change in our work and in the museum field. As part of this, we have spent the past two years working to remove barriers to access and pursuing new research projects that shine a light on untold stories of women and people of color in the Champlain Valley. Yet, we recognize that there is more work to do to create space, challenge bias, and dismantle systems that reinforce inequality. This position will play a critical role in ensuring that our internal systems and management reflect our commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to improving our experience with the Museum for all people who work with us and connect with us and are looking for a candidate who is excited to join us in this important work.

Qualifications

• Maturity, leadership, responsibility, patience, dependability, integrity, common sense, good judgment, positive attitude, and timeliness
• Comfortable in and on the water
• Ability to effectively manage and organize students
• Communication, decision-making, and program planning skills
• Experience as a camp counselor, program leader, or classroom teacher
• Experience or strong interest in history, snorkeling, archaeology, ecology, fishing, or metal work
• Lifeguard certification, CPR/AED, and First Aid or willingness to complete certification prior to start date
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative team skills
• An interest and commitment to DEI/representative work in museums
• A commitment to collaboration and an enthusiasm for Lake Champlain, its history, and its future

Candidates must have a valid driver’s license, reliable personal transportation, and no excessive conflicting commitments including travel, work at other jobs, or other non-emergency leave of absence. If hired, candidate must pass a government background check prior to working with students alone.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of programs to students ages 6-12
• Work closely with your fellow instructor to plan, develop, and implement activities
• Use time constructively and be prepared to fill time when program plans change
• Follow the Museum’s policies both on and off the water
• Implement safety plans and maintain campus and off-site safety at all times
• Maintain equipment and storage areas
• Be a great leader and role model for students

This position will include onsite, offsite, and on water work. Work outside will occur in all weather conditions.

How to Apply

Send your resumé, cover letter, and three references to meghanh@lcmm.org with the subject line “Camp Counselor Job Application.” Applications will be open until the position is filled, and the targeted start date for the position is May 2023.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Title	Summer Camp Counselor
Reports To	Education Programs Manager
Schedule	Full Time, seasonal Mid-May through late August, 40hrs/week (exact start and end dates to be determined with successful candidate)
Status	Exempt
Salary	$15-$17/hour based on qualifications and experience

Executive Director Opportunity

The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures

Job Description - Executive Director

Salary Range: $95,000 to 110,000 DOE

Summary of Position: 

Functions as Executive Director and is responsible to the Board of Directors. Provides direct supervision to the leadership team. Responsible for the overall executive leadership and hands-on management of the organization to include community relations, fundraising, program development, financial management, resource development, human resources, and facilities management. This job is an on-site, full-time job and is not eligible for remote work on a regular or ongoing basis.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities: 

·       Develop and maintain a variety of fund development strategies to build the resources of the organization. 

·       Hire, train, and oversee employees to establish a competent, motivated, and client-centered staff. 

·       Manage and evaluate direct report staff, to ensure progress and compliance in their assigned programs, roles, and funding requirements. 

·       Ensure organization’s human resource policies and practices are clear and complete, with a system that is compliant with laws and regulations. 

·       Work closely with government funders, foundations, and donors to ensure adequate resources are available. 

·       Work closely with the finance staff to develop an annual budget and monitor income and expenditures for compliance with the board-approved budget. 

·       Ensure financial stability of the organization through financial planning, grants development, donor development, incorporating program leaders into appropriate aspects of resource development. 

·       Write grants to procure funding and/or supervise others who are involved in grant writing. 

·       Monitor compliance with contracts and service commitments. Review and sign contracts on 
behalf of the organization. 

·       Work closely with management staff to identify and track outcomes for each program in compliance with each resource’s reporting and data requirements. 

·       Develop, maintain, and update policies and procedures for programs operation and financial transactions. 

·       Develop and implement community awareness and marketing initiatives to community outreach, volunteer recruitment, and fund development. 

• ·       Serve as primary staff liaison to the Board of Directors and work closely with all Board Committees to plan for organization growth and development. 

·       Ensure that the Board of Directors is informed on important issues, including but not limited to trends, risk management, potential liability, and policy changes. 

·       Ensure Board of Directors receives all information connected to their governance role in providing oversight for the organization. 

·       Attend all Board of Directors meetings. 

·       Identify, join and attend appropriate leadership networks that build the museum and improve awareness of it in Tucson and museum community.

Essential Competencies

Fundraising and Development:

·       Develops and implements comprehensive, sustainable, and diverse fundraising strategies. Considers recommendations of staff and Board of Directors regarding funding opportunities. 

·       Actively and purposefully engages current and new contacts and cultivates donors to continually develop fundraising channels and opportunities. 

·       Ensures that the necessary personnel, systems, and software are in place to manage, track, and develop fundraising efforts. 

·       Sends timely acknowledgements for donations and pledges received. 

Leadership:

·       Operates with integrity, honesty, and transparency, in a reliable and respectful way, with staff, Board members, donors, agencies, volunteers and community members.

·       Interacts with and able to manage, coach and guide all levels of staff and volunteers to create encouraging environment for programs to thrive while also ensuring program targets are met and programs comply with all legal and internal program requirements. Responsible for oversight for program evaluation process to track program effectiveness and improve program efficiency. 

·       Builds strong relationships within the organization and externally with community organizations and regional like organizations.

·       Attends program events and functions to support the organization. 

·       Manages personnel through ensuring adherence to personnel policies, overseeing employee evaluation and discipline processes, and seeking outside counsel appropriately to ensure legal compliance. 

·       Ensures employees are qualified to perform the requirements of their positions. 

·       Develops staff through training, professional development, and management to build their competencies and skills. 

·       Consistently makes decisions through thoughtful analysis, demonstrating good judgment, and is a resource for advice and solutions throughout the organization. 

·       Accepts and acts on constructive feedback and provides constructive feedback to others in a respectful and courteous way. 

·       Serves to empower others while delegating responsibilities.

Communication :

·       Speaks publicly and develops community relationships to promote visibility, community understanding of the mission, and funding resources. 

·       Communicates effectively to promote the organization in written materials and traditional / social media. 

·       Positively engages with a variety of people to build constructive relationships, including program participants, media, staff, volunteers, Board members, donors, community organizers/leaders, collaborating organizations and others. 

·       Handles and defuses tense situations when required, including mediating workplace or volunteer situations to a workplace appropriate conclusion. 

·       Engages with the Board of Directors, management staff, and donors in a clear, honest, and consistent way. 

·       Promotes and engages in up to date diversity practice in all areas of the Museum.

Vision:

·       Fully believes in and promotes the mission of the MTM. 

·       Able to think and act strategically.

·       Considers the future of the Museum and how that evolution will look.

·       Excellent organizational skills:  Able to organize, delegate, and manage a wide variety of programs, people, and business aspects. Prioritizes and focuses on the most important needs first. 

·       Develops short and long-term organizational goals, and the methods to achieve them, to ensure future sustainability and growth. Accurately assesses the time / resources required and difficulty of goals while setting manageable steps to achieve those goals. Evaluates progress toward goals and adjusts for setbacks. 

·       Ensures organization continues to meet the changing needs of the community through enhancing current programs and developing new programs. 

·       Inspires others through an optimistic attitude that engages others in setting goals and their achievement. 

·       Oversees timely development, review, and implementation of all documents necessary to meet the organization’s legal requirements. 

·       Develops working relationships throughout community to maintain respect for his/herself and the organization. 

Financial Management:

·       Creates, with the finance staff, a transparent and accurate budget that is attainable. Makes decisions on program or staffing reductions or expansions needed to ensure financial stability of organization. 

·       Timely and fully informs Board of Directors of organization financial status. 

·       Supervises use of funding to ensure expenditure of funds meets grant or other restrictions. 

·       Ensures organization accurately and timely meets tax reporting and payment obligations. 

Education, Qualifications, and Abilities 

Minimum Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s Degree is required; MBA or MFA preferred. 

·       Minimum of seven years of experience in management in a nonprofit setting or its equivalent. 

·       Experience in fundraising and grant writing. 

·       Experience managing staff and budgets.

Preferred Qualifications

·       Master’s Degree–MBA, MFA, or related advanced degree or studies.

·       Museum experience to include work or volunteer experience.

·       Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE). 

·       Demonstrated leadership skills and three years of senior leadership experience.

·       Prior experience working with a board of directors.

·       Advanced computer skills to include Microsoft Office suite, databases, financial software, social media platforms.

Salary: $35,000 - $40,000 based on a 30 hour work week and prior experience.

10 Ashby Street, Warrenton, VA 20186

Submit Resume and Cover Letter to museumdirectorjob@yahoo.com

The Executive Director is an energetic, creative, and goal-oriented leader responsible for the general and fiscal leadership, operations and management of the museum. This includes overseeing development, membership, partnerships, budgeting, volunteer recruitment and management, public relations and marketing, programs, collections management, grant writing and administration.

 The Executive Director is charged with delivering on the mission and goals of the museum in a fiscally sound and continuously relevant manner. The Executive Director must be a proactive and highly visible symbol of the museum in the community. The Executive Director must also have a deep passion for preserving the rich history of the museum, in promoting its continued relevance, and have the drive to achieve meaningful results and must be knowledgeable of the history of Warrenton and Fauquier County.

The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and receives an annual salary of between $35,000 and $40,000 for 30 hours per week based on level of past experience. The Executive Director is responsible for leading and directing staff. The Executive Director must have the ability to work closely with an active Board of Directors (comprising up to 15 members). The Executive Director manages volunteers who serve as docents.

 RESPONSIBILITIES

The Executive Director should be a visionary leader inspired by the story of the museum. Key to success in this role will be a revitalized fundraising program, focused on both annual operations and major gifts to support ongoing renovation and maintenance of the museum. Cultivation of donor prospects, soliciting them for gifts, and stewarding these relationships are at the heart of this role. 

In conjunction with the Board, the Executive Director undertakes long- and short-range planning, policy development, budget preparation and monitoring, and development of programs and services. The Executive Director represents the museum in the community, participates in events which increase awareness of the museum’s history, expands community outreach, and performs duties which foster donation of relevant artifacts and funds to the museum.

 Primary job responsibilities include:

·        Financial Records: Works with treasurer to maintain all financial records.

·        Planning: Responsible for strategic planning, as well as creating long-term, short-term, and annual goals and objectives for the organization, in partnership with the Board.

·        Membership: Works to increase membership and define member benefits, and maintains member records.

·        Development: Sets goals for all major fundraising efforts.

·        Supervise Volunteer Staff: Identifies, assigns, and supervises work of the volunteer staff. Assures that all are appropriately trained and adequate staffing is maintained to meet the museum needs and objectives. Creates a congenial atmosphere and environment conducive for recruiting and retaining volunteers.

·        Community Outreach: Develops programs, community activities, and appropriate meetings which further the mission of the museum and benefit the community.

·        Public Relations and Marketing: Serves as primary spokesperson to the organization’s constituents, the media and the general public.

·        Grants: Identifies grant opportunities to support the operations of the museum. Responsible for appropriate monitoring of grants and required reporting.

·        Facilities, Supplies and Equipment: Coordinates maintenance and preservation of the museum building and equipment, and provides for safe and reliable operation of the museum. Maintains adequate supplies for the museum operation within budget parameters. Reviews, approves and oversees contracts for services.

·        Museum Operations and Visitor Services: Regularly meets with staff to oversee coordination of all museum functions and services. Provides oversight and support to staff. May conduct some tours and educational programs.

·        Special Events & Rentals: Assists in the management of rental and internal events.

·        Exhibits and Collection: Works to develop and implement exhibits for the museum. Ensures items donated to the museum are appropriately reviewed, accessioned, conserved, preserved, and cataloged.

·        Professional Development: Participates in educational activities and museum associations to keep abreast of the latest development in small museum and historical society management.

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

·        Degree in Museum Studies, Public History, Non-Profit Management, or a related field.

·        A minimum of two years progressive non-profit professional management or museum experience

·        Solid budget management skills, including budget preparation.

·        Strong organizational abilities including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation.

·        Strong writing and speaking skills, including serving as an articulate spokesperson. 

·        Demonstrated fundraising success.

·        Knowledge of Museum Professional policies, issues, and strategies

·        A working understanding of technology and finance, including familiarity with PC environment and knowledge of the following applications: MS Office and PastPerfect.

·        Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

·        Knowledge of 19th century America.

·        Knowledge of preservation practices

 

 

Job Opening: On-Water Educator

Job Title	On-Water Educator
Reports To	Director of Programs & Visitor Experience
Employment Dates	Seasonal, starting late May thru early September: 40 hours/week, flexible schedule with start and end dates based on candidate’s availability
Status	Non-Exempt
Salary	$16.50/hour (other benefits include sick time, flexible schedule, opportunity for partial work from home hours, and discounts in the museum store and on museum programs)

Job Purpose

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum is looking for a On-Water Educator to lead meaningful experiences on Lake Champlain with Museum visitors. The On-Water Educator will be responsible for creating a safe, welcoming environment for boaters of all experience levels and helping the public to make memorable and lasting connections with the lake.

Funding from Lake Champlain Basin Program will support a seasonal educator in 2023 who will help develop and lead a series of on-water experiences for the general public several times a week, using the Museum’s fleet of canoes, kayaks, sailing dinghies and rowing gigs. The On-Water Educator will be responsible for making sure weather and environmental conditions are safe for scheduled outings and keeping the boats in good condition in North Harbor. This role will also be responsible for engaging with the public on topics of best practice for sustainable recreation on Lake Champlain, particularly focusing on preventing spread of aquatic invasive species.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Interest and enthusiasm for engaging with the public and connecting with diverse audiences.
• Experience with small watercraft and assessing safety needs.
  • Prior experience sailing a plus but not a requirement.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks, including strong communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative team skills.
• A commitment to collaboration and an enthusiasm for Lake Champlain, its history, and its future.

Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes

• Leading several weekly on-water experiences for the public in the Museum’s fleet of canoes, kayaks, rowing gigs, and sailing dinghies.
• Assessing weather conditions, visitors’ prior experience and needs, and boat capacity to maintain a safe environment.
• Communicating best boating practices for reducing risk of aquatic invasive species spread.
• Organizing and maintaining the boats on the docks at North Harbor.
• Loading boats on a trailer and transporting to local regions as needed.
• Keeping a welcoming and inclusive attitude for all visitors.
• Coordinating and collaborating with Museum staff with good communication skills.
• Assisting with other Museum programs as time allows, including but not limited to public interpretation, summer camps, expeditions, and boat shop work.

Working Conditions

• This position will include onsite, offsite, and on water work. Work outside will occur in all weather conditions.

How to Apply:

Please submit a resume, cover letter and two references to info@lcmm.org with the subject line “On-Water Educator.”

Equal Opportunity Employment: Lake Champlain Maritime Museum provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. The Museum prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Organization

Since 1968 the Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas (ASC) has provided high-caliber arts programming for the community of Pine Bluff and Southeast Arkansas. Our 22,000- square-foot museum features four galleries, 232-seat theater, and a teaching studio. In 2021, ASC opened two new facilities, The ARTSpace and ART WORKS on Main, located at 623 and 627 S. Main Street. The ARTSpace features a retail gallery of works by regional artists, community gallery space, hands-on arts workshop studio, and events/ rental space. ART WORKS is home to the 65-seat Adam B. Robinson Jr. Black Box Theater, as well as artist-in-residence apartments and studios.

ASC presents programming in the visual arts, performing arts, and the sciences through exhibits, performances, classes, and local partnerships. Education programming occurs on and off site and area schools are encouraged to visit for free exhibition tours and hands-on activities. Classes are offered for children, youth, and adults with scholarships available. Gallery admission, hands-on programming, and school field trips are all free. We believe that museums are centers of learning, diversity, creativity, and fun. Our Education Outreach programming plays an essential role in ASC's community engagement.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under the supervision of ASC’s Education Management Team, the Education Outreach Coordinator is responsible for the development, management, and execution of ASC's community engagement activities that encourage STEAM & Theater Programming. The scope includes building relationships with educators, administering public programs, growing lifelong learning and managing in-school and after-school programming logistics. Coordinating community outreach programs and cultural collaborations are essential duties for this position. Some evening and weekend work required.

DUTIES:

● Implement existing programs and events.

● Assist in developing, managing, and executing new programs and activities for students, educators, families, and the community as a whole.

● Good Communication between staff and consultants must be maintained.

● Goals established by the Education Management Team must be met. They will include establishing objectives and procedures for outreach and developing education programs to build community engagement.

● Create lesson plans to incorporate on ASC’s website.

● The position works closely with many areas, including Education, Theater, Public Programs, Visitor Relations, and Communications & Development.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

● Assist with the continued development, implementation and on-going evaluation and revision of arts education programming for ASC’s Outreach initiatives.

● Cultural collaborations: Identify mutually beneficial opportunities and partnership with community organizations, including arts, civic, and service groups. Co-present programming that furthers the mission of ASC.

● Lifelong learning: Develop educational outreach workshops and community-based programming offered to the public, with subject content directly related to ASC's mission and objectives to deepen relationships with various community stakeholders.

● Educational Initiatives: Assist in the creation and implementation of ongoing educational programming to help foster engagement with the arts and performing arts, including workshops, field trips, and curriculum development.

● School programs: Cultivate, develop, and nurture relationships with K-12 teachers to develop connections between classroom curriculum and artistic programming.

QUALIFICATIONS:

● Excellent communicator with the capacity to work with diverse constituencies with a variety of interests and styles.

● Excellent written, organizational, interpersonal, speaking, and computer skills.

● Demonstrate knowledge and a keen interest in multidisciplinary approaches to educational programming.

● Ability to work well independently as well as collaboratively.

● Ability to develop strategic partnerships externally with schools and community organizations, as well as internally with fellow staff members.

● Familiarity with various models of arts education study guides and curriculum materials for children, families and educators.

● Experience in cultivating and sustaining relationships with groups reflecting the ethnic diversity of Pine Bluff, AR.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

● Bachelor's degree in the arts, arts-related field, education, and curriculum development required.

● Three to five years in arts education with responsibility for creating, producing and presenting arts education programs.

● Demonstrated experience and familiarity with the field of arts education related to schools, communities, and the general public.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must be able to work during regular office hours as well as any necessary evenings or weekend hours.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS & COMPENSATION

This year round, full-time position with full benefits may at times require a flexible schedule to accommodate programs, events, and after-hours work including weekend and evening hours. Annual compensation includes a salary range of $35,000 - $38,000 depending on experience, plus health insurance, paid sick/leave time, and paid holidays. The incumbent should have a valid driver's license, be able to lift items up to 30 pounds, handle tools or controls, climb a ladder, and travel periodically for programs or meetings. Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

Application packages include three components:

1. A cover letter which must include:

a. Your area of interest, academic training, and job experience in one or more of the following: public relations, arts or science education, museum studies, theater, and special events. The letter must be specific to how your skills fit the ASC position.

b. Save file with your last name and word “Letter” (i.e. SmithLetter)

2. ASC job application (www.asc701.org/employmentopportunities.org).

a. Print, fully complete, sign, and scan application

b. Save file with your last name and word “Application” (i.e. SmithApplication)

3. Updated resume.

a. Include three references

b. Save file with your last name and word “Resume” (i.e. SmithResume)

Submission process:

1. Email all files: lcollins@asc701.org, srahmaan@asc701.org

2. Subject line should read: Your last name and the word “Job Application” (i.e. Joe SmithJobApplication)

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Title:                                                       Development Assistant

Department:                                        Development

Reports to:                                           Director of Development

Classification:                                       Regular, Full-time

FLSA Status:                                          Non-Exempt

Evenings/Weekends/Holidays:         As needed or assigned by Management

Pay Range:                                            $14-16 per hour

Location:                                               Bedford, Virginia

JOB OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Director of Development, the DAA will provide administrative support and oversee processing and acknowledgement of individual donations, pledges, pledge payments, and corporate sponsorships. This position provides support to key areas of the development department, including memberships, major gifts, grants, events, capital campaigns, and annual giving programs. Superior customer service skills are essential, as is an emphasis on courtesy, confidentiality, and discretion. All duties are to be performed in compliance with state and federal law, as well as the policies and procedures of the National D-Day Memorial Foundation. This position requires an in-office presence, as well as some evening, weekend, and holiday hours as needed to complete organizational goals, or as assigned by the Director of Development.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Gift Entry, Processing, and Acknowledgment:

• ·         Enter all incoming gifts, memberships, and pledges into the Raiser’s Edge database
• ·         Review contribution correspondence, determine donor intent, and process contributions to ensure funds are properly allocated and donor receives appropriate recognition, acknowledgement, and tax information

• Coordinate the acknowledgement and fulfillment process for all gifts and membership transactions to ensure timely and accurate donor stewardship

·         Assist Receptionist with the printing and distribution of membership cards and benefits packages

• Manage outstanding pledges and ensure timely reminders are sent in advance of installment date

·         Maintain accurate data on grantmaking activities in the Raiser’s Edge

• Work with the Accounting department to reconcile development and accounting records; provide timely and accurate financial reports on a daily, monthly, and as needed basis.
• Maintain hard copy and electronic donor files in accordance to institutional document retention policy, donor privacy policy, and audit compliance
• Field incoming calls, greet visitors, and respond to donor inquiries, requests, and complaints

Administrative Support:

·         Assist Director of Development with booking travel arrangements and making reservations associated with fundraising activities; coordinate timely submission of business receipts to the Director of Administration

·         Generate reports, transcribe meeting minutes, create presentations, generate expense reports, and conduct research as needed

·         Coordinate schedule with Receptionist to ensure adequate office coverage

·         Prepare funding proposals for donor cultivation and solicitation meetings, including copying materials, package assembly, and filing

·         Assist Receptionist with office tasks such as filing, generating reports and presentations, meeting and event preparation, and reordering supplies.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

This position requires the aptitude and willingness to perform the following KSA’s in accordance with the policies and procedures of the National D-Day Memorial Foundation:

• Exhibit technical proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM database systems, Raiser’s Edge preferred.

·         Be detail and deadline oriented with a strong work ethic.

·         Present a professional appearance, attitude, and demeanor at all times.

·         Demonstrate effective organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Exhibit the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, tasks, and deadlines.

·         Be creative, highly motivated, resourceful outgoing, and team oriented.

• Demonstrate a proven track record for setting and achieving challenging goals.
• Demonstrate experience handling sensitive situations with diplomacy.
• Exhibit the ability to work collaboratively with other departments.

·         Work weekend and evening hours as needed or requested.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no direct or indirect reports.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate’s degree with one to two years’ related experience and/or training preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

·         Experience in CRM database systems (Raiser’s Edge), gift processing, and/or accounting preferred

·         Experience in customer service

LANGUAGE and COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to generate routine reports and oversee correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

·         Exhibit above average public relations and customer service skills

·         Exhibit above average written and oral communication skills

·         Work well with the general public

·         Maintain a positive relationship and work well with management, co-workers, and volunteers

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

·         Exercise good judgement

·         Exhibit a high level of skill with proactive problem resolution

·         Exhibit a high level of confidentiality

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid driver's license required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is often required to stand or walk; however, rarely required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The National D-Day Memorial is an outdoor facility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions in addition to a standard office environment. Dependent on the task or circumstance, the employee might be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the office environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Annual Giving Coordinator, National D-Day Memorial
Classification:  Regular, Full Time
Pay Range:  $16.83-19.83 per hour
Weekends/Holidays: As needed or assigned
Chief Duties:  Annual Giving, Memberships, and Database
Directorate: Development
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Primary Work Location:  133 West Main Street, Bedford, VA

SUMMARY:  

The Annual Giving Coordinator is responsible for planning, executing, and evaluating/measuring a comprehensive annual giving and membership program to support the Foundation’s annual operating budget. Work is of a confidential nature requiring tremendous initiative and a highly organized individual who is self-motivated. He/she must demonstrate the ability to work independently or collaboratively to achieve desired outcomes. The coordinator will design and execute multi-channel donor appeal/acquisition campaigns; develop reports; create spreadsheets; develop and present professional presentations; have practical experience with the Raiser’s Edge or similar fundraising software; and have fluent computer skills.  All duties are to be performed in accordance with the policies and procedures of the National D-Day Memorial Foundation.

KEY GOALS:

• ·         With the Director of Development, establish fundraising goals, objectives, strategies, and schedules
• ·         Provide analytical results for each element of the annual giving program, designed to broaden the Foundation’s donor base and increase overall participation and financial support.
• ·         Manage and enhance the Foundation’s membership program
• ·         Oversee upkeep and maintenance of the Foundation’s donor database, the Raiser’s Edge

• Support the Director of Development, Associate Director of Development, and other senior staff members in major gift and capital campaign efforts

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:                                                                                                  

• ·         Direct Mail Program Management
• o    Prepare effective, engaging, creative, and grammatically correct printed, electronic, and verbal script materials to support annual giving program
• o    With Director of Development, plan and execute comprehensive mailing schedule, including supporting electronic communications
• o    Using The Raiser’s Edge, generate mailing lists based on select criteria

• o    Collaborate with staff to plan, compile, and distribute semi-annual newsletter, The Overlord Report

• ·         Database Maintenance

• ·         Membership Program
• o    Create written and verbal communications to engage new, current, and lapsed members
• o    Plan and execute regular membership mailings to promote member retention and program growth
• o    Consult with Director of Marketing to schedule regular email and social media communications for members
• o    Support the Associate Director of Development in identifying and converting prospective D-Day Society members (major giving society)
• o    Run weekly, monthly, and annual membership reports and data maintenance tasks in TAM (The Assistant Manager), the Foundation’s CRM program
• o    Ensure membership records in TAM and the Raiser’s Edge are accurate and up-to-date
• ·         Major Gift and Campaign Support

• Additional Duties:
• • Facilitate timely and regular donor recognition and stewardship efforts
  • Perform other duties as assigned by Foundation management

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires the aptitude and willingness to perform the following KSA’s in accordance with the policies and procedures of the National D-Day Memorial Foundation:

·         Arrive to work on time and work as scheduled.

·         Assist with work schedule management to ensure appropriate office coverage to support donor needs.

·         Present a professional appearance, attitude, and demeanor at all times.

·         Demonstrate effective organizational and interpersonal skills

·         Possess strategic planning and analytical skills

·         Be detail and deadline oriented with a strong work ethic

·         Be creative, highly motivated, outgoing, and team oriented.

• Possess excellent computer and technical skills with all Microsoft Office programs, as well as database management and troubleshooting.

·         Demonstrate exceptional customer service skills and experience working directly with members or donors

• Possess a proven track record for managing processes to set and achieve challenging goals.
• Demonstrate experience handling sensitive situations with diplomacy.
• Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively as a team member to develop programs that maximize fund raising income from members.
• Show initiative, resourcefulness, and teachability
• Ability to take constructive criticism
• Exhibit the ability to work collaboratively with other departments.

·         Work weekend, evening, and overtime hours as needed or requested.

·         Some travel may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLILITES:

This position has no direct reports.

QUALIFICATIONS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree with experience in writing or communications required. Fundraising, database, and/or direct marketing experience is preferred. Proficient in word processing and spreadsheet software. Familiarity with fundraising software (Raiser’s Edge) or another database preferred. Ability and enthusiasm for working collaboratively with a variety of departments is critical, as are initiative and imagination. Strong written and personal communication skills. Good organizational ability and inter-personal skills.

LANGUAGE and COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to create and interpret specialized reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups such as potential donors, volunteers, or employees of the organization.

·         Exhibit above average written and oral communication skills.

·         Ability and experience to prepare effective, grammatically correct text for appeals and other correspondence.

·         Exhibit above average public relations and customer service skills.

·         Work well with the general public.

·         Maintain a positive relationship and work well with management, co-workers, donors, and volunteers.

MATHMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to perform analysis on financial data, including, but not limited to rate, ratio, and percent; and to prepare and interpret illustrative graphs.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

·         Demonstrate the ability to exercise independent judgement and make sound business decisions.

·         Demonstrate the ability to make sound common sense decisions.

·         Exhibit a high level of skill with problem resolution.

·         Exhibit a high level of confidentiality.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid driver's license required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.  The employee is often required to stand or walk; however, rarely required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The National D-Day Memorial is an outdoor facility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions in addition to a standard office environment. Dependent on the task or circumstance, the employee might be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the office environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Job Opening: Summer Programs Behavioral Aide

Job Title	Summer Programs Behavioral Aide
Reports To	Expeditionary Programs Manager and Education Programs Manager
Schedule	Full-time, seasonal June through August
Status	Exempt
Salary	$18/hour for day camps and $150/day for expeditions

Job Description

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum is looking for an individual with a background in social work, wilderness therapy, special education, or behavior intervention to join our summer program team. As the summer programs behavioral aide, you will work closely with the youth summer camps and teen expeditions as an additional counselor or trip leader. The primary responsibility of this job is to support participants who need additional assistance to be successful in camps or expeditions.

The first few weeks of summer programs will include day camps and kayak building. During this time, the summer programs behavioral aide will split time among the two programs. Behavioral support includes identifying individuals who need additional support and working with them one-on-one or in a group setting to stay focused and engaged in the daily activities. Once the expeditions begin in early July, the behavioral aide will join the group in the backcountry as an additional trip leader. During expeditions, you will collaborate with other trip leaders to build a physically and emotionally safe environment for all participants and spearhead any behavioral intervention. It is imperative that the behavioral aide is comfortable working and living outside for extended periods of time no matter the weather.

Qualifications

• Professional background in social work, special education, or behavior intervention.
• Must be comfortable spending time outside and in the water.
• Personal or professional experience camping and either kayaking, canoeing, sailing, or rowing.
  • Training will be provided in the open water rowing “gigs” and the whaleboats.
• Experience working with children aged 7-16.
• Ability to stay calm in stressful situations and delegate tasks as needed.
• Current CPR and First Aid required, Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to any participant in crisis and develop a management plan.
• Be a positive team player and open to creative solutions.
• Move from summer camps to expeditions and assess what the needs are for participant management.
• Provide space for participants to process emotions.
• Work one-on-one or in a group with participants to assist in behavior and attention management.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand and walk on uneven ground and dock surfaces for extended periods of time.
• Must be comfortable spending extended periods of time outside. Expeditions range in length from one to two weeks, which includes sleeping outside in tents and sporadic access to running water.
• Must be able to lift/haul 50 pounds.
• Strong swimming skills required.

Schedule

The day programs run Monday through Friday from approximately 9am to 4:30pm from June 19 through July 7 with weekends off. The behavioral aide will join the expeditions full-time beginning on July 9 as a trip leader. Expect to work two days before and after each expedition to organize gear and prepare for the next expedition. The dates for the expeditions include:

• Champlain Discovery (sea kayaking): July 9-23, 2023
• Expedition Champlain (rowing): July 30-August 6, 2023
• Sail Champlain (sailing and rowing): August 13-20

Salary

The behavioral aide will be paid $18/hour during all day programs. This includes preparation and post days of expeditions. While in the backcountry, the behavioral aide will be paid $150/day.

How To Apply

To apply, please email a resume, cover letter, and three references to Rebecca Burns, Expeditionary Programs Manager at rebeccab@lcmm.org. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position has been filled.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Opening: Operations Manager

Job Title	Operations Manager
Reports To	Executive Director
Schedule	Full Time, year-round, 40hrs/week (See full job description for details on part time options)
Status	Exempt
Salary	$54,000-$56,000 annual full-time salary based on experience

Job Description

The Operations Manager is a key role in fulfilling the mission of Lake Champlain Maritime Museum and maintaining a thriving, sustainable work environment for Museum staff. The position reports directly to the Executive Director and is an instrumental administrative position needed to keep the Museum operating smoothly. An important piece of this position is collaborating and communicating with all departments of the Museum to ensure a cohesive and organized financial system. These systems include bookkeeping, grants and contracts, human resources, and office/administrative management. Candidates for this position are highly organized with good attention to detail and strong communication skills. We are willing to train the right candidate who enjoys working in a group environment and is able to multitask.

At Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, we are committed to using our skills as historians, archaeologists, and educators to help make systemic change in our work and in the museum field. As part of this, we have spent the past two years working to remove barriers to access and pursuing new research projects that shine a light on untold stories of women and people of color in the Champlain Valley. Yet, we recognize that there is more work to do to create space, challenge bias, and dismantle systems that reinforce inequality. This position will play a critical role in ensuring that our internal systems and management reflect our commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to improving the Museum experience for all people who work with us and connect with us and are looking for a candidate who is excited to join us in this important work.

Responsibilities

Bookkeeping

• Manage accounts payable and receivable, invoicing, cash receipts and other bookkeeping functions, including regular transactions into QuickBooks
• Monthly reconciliations of the Museum’s accounts and cash transaction systems (Little Green Light, Square, Cognito Forms, etc.)
• Manage financial back end for the Museum’s retail store (TAM) and assist with inventory procedures
• Oversee the financial aspect of earned income activities of the Museum, such as the Museum Shop, admissions, programs, and special event revenues

Grants and contracts

• Manage state and federal reimbursement grant finances, invoices, and payments
• Create and track grant finance reports

Administration

• Payroll: Manage payroll for all employees
• Audits and Filings: Coordinate annual workers compensation audit, insurance audit, and any other required fillings
• Insurance: Assist the Executive Director in monitoring the Museum’s insurance and risk management program as it applies to its facilities and collections, manage annual insurance renewals

Human Resources

• Oversee the benefits program for staff, including the health insurance and retirement programs (currently internal, with the option to switch to external benefits administrator)
• Manage new staff on-boarding, including new hire paperwork
• Manage annual review process for all staff
• Support access to staff trainings and professional development opportunities

Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes

• Basic knowledge of, or an interest in, federal, state and foundation grant accounting, compliance reporting
• An understanding of, or interest in learning, GAAP standards, accrual accounting, and grant reporting
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and Excel
• Experience in, or an interest in learning, nonprofit finance
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Experience or interest in working with museums or non-profits
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative team skills
• An interest and commitment to DEI/representative work in museums
• A commitment to collaboration and an enthusiasm for Lake Champlain, its history, and its future

Schedule

This position is year-round, full time with all of the duties and responsibilities listed above. These is the option for flexibility in weekly schedule and number of hours based on candidate availability and interests. The final schedule and job description will be determined based on candidate interest and experience.

Salary

$54,000-$56,000 annual full-time salary based on experience (other benefits include a robust combined time off policy; comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance; flexible schedule; opportunity for partial work from home hours; and discounts in the museum store and on museum programs)

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter to info@lcmm.org with the subject line “Operations Manager.” Applications will be open until the position is filled, and the targeted start date for the position is spring 2023.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Opening: School Programs Educator

Job Title	School Programs Educator
Reports To	Meghan Hill, Educational Programs Manager
Employment Dates/Average Hours	Intermittent, 1-2 days per week during the school year. Approximately 10 hours per week
Status	Non-Exempt
Salary	$15/hr

Job Description

The School Programs Educator works as part of a team that facilitates field trips to the museum. One of our field trips focuses on lake ecology and includes paddling with students and water quality testing. Another focuses on the history of the American Revolution in the Champlain Valley. The School Programs Educator assists in running school groups through the varied stations of each type of field trip and will work with groups of 5-15 students. The Museum can provide training materials and background information for candidates new to ecology or Revolutionary War history.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in running field trips: – Run one station of a field trip, working with several groups of students over the course of the day. – Come paddling with groups of students and other adults from the museum. – Give feedback to the Education Programs Manager to help improve field trips.

Basic Qualifications

• Interest and enthusiasm for engaging with students in grades 4-9 and helping them forge connections with local history and Lake Champlain.
•  Passion for lake ecology and Lake Champlain history.
• Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills
• A commitment to collaboration and an enthusiasm for Lake Champlain, its history, and its future.

Working Conditions

This position may include onsite, offsite, and on water work. Work outside will occur in all weather conditions.

How To Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter to info@lcmm.org with the subject line “School Programs Educator”

Equal Opportunity Employment: Lake Champlain Maritime Museum provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. The Museum prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.