Careers

Position Title: Curatorial Assistant

Position Summary:

The Allen County Museum is seeking a part-time Curatorial Assistant to support the curatorial department. The Curatorial Assistant is a member of the Allen County Museum’s curatorial team and is responsible for collections care, research, and exhibition maintenance and development. Additionally, the Curatorial Assistant works collaboratively with staff to meet the day-to-day needs of the organization. The Curatorial Assistant reports to the Director of Curatorial Affairs. This position is a part-time role with a salary of $14,560.

Duties and Responsibilities

Collections Processing & Care (55% of the time)

Process collections, including inventorying, labeling, cataloging, rehousing, and digitizing
Update PastPerfect with artifact information
Prepare monthly reports on environmental readings
Clean, rehouse, and organize artifacts (20% of position)

Exhibition maintenance, development, fabrication (25% of the time)

Assist in the development, installation, de-installation, and maintenance of physical and online exhibits, such as preparing artifacts for display, creating exhibit elements and panels, and digitizing items

Collections Research and Outreach (20% of the time)

Assist in research for exhibits, online content, and patron research requests
Prepare database entries for online access
Assist in online outreach through updating website and social media

Requirements:

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in museum studies, public history, history, or another appropriate field desired with up to 2 years of work experience. Internships will be considered part of professional experience. Curatorial Assistant should be able to lift up to 30 pounds and have the ability to wear a respirator. Depending on the project, the Curatorial Assistant may be sitting or standing for extended periods of time.

Other Skills:

A passion for local history, American history, historic homes, museums, and collections care.
Basic understanding of museum best practices and operations
Strong communication skills both verbal and written
Hands-on attitude; basic knowledge of hand tools and equipment
Detail-oriented; proactive, creative problem-solver
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
Knowledge of PastPerfect, a plus
Experience in using Adobe Photoshop and Premiere Elements, Microsoft Publisher and Excel, basic website editing, a plus

Applications Deadline:

Review of application materials will begin immediately. Applicants should include a cover letter describing their interest in the position and a resume with references by Dec 9, 2021. Address the cover letter to: Amy Craft, Director, Allen County Museum, 620 West Market Street, Lima, Ohio 45801. Applications can be sent to acmuseum@allencountymuseum.org. No phone calls, please.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The selected applicant will be required to submit a background check. Allen County Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Allen County Museum considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected classes.

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Job Title: Part Time Custodian. (Mornings up to 15 hours per week)

Purpose:

To assist in presenting a clean and attractive environment for visitors of the Museum.

Essential Responsibilities:

The successful candidate is expected to be a self-starter, have good time management, be able to work independently, and follow the Museum's standards for safety and conduct.

Follow COVID-19 guidelines and prioritize frequent cleaning and disinfecting of high touch points, common areas and restrooms as needed.
Empty wastebaskets.
Clean restrooms.
Clean glass throughout the facility and exhibits.
Dust and sweep.
Assist in setup/takedown for events and meetings.
Other miscellaneous duties as needed.

Desired Education and Experience:

Must be a high school graduate. Must be able to pass a background check.

Please email resumes to dcollins@allencountymuseum.org

or mail to Donna Collins, Allen County Museum, 620 West Market Street, Lima, OH 45801

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