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JOB TITLE
INSTITUTION
POSTING DATE

The Morton Arboretum
7/15/10

Museum of the Southwest
7/8/10

The Charlotte Museum of History
7/6/10
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Krasl Art Center
7/6/10
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Missouri State Museum
6/30/10
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McCormick Foundation
6/29/10

Village of Grayslake, Illinois
6/28/10

Ohio Humanities Council
6/22/10
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National Hellenic Museum
6/1/10

Layman Design
6/1/10
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John Michael Kohler Arts Center
5/27/10
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Taylor Studios, Inc.
5/27/10
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Taylor Studios, Inc.
5/21/10
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Taylor Studios, Inc.
5/21/10
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Taylor Studios, Inc.
5/21/10

The Morton Arboretum
5/6/10
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Lake County Forest Preserve District
5/3/10
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The Miami University Art Museum
4/8/10

Chemung County Historical Society
3/22/10
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Springfield Art Association
3/5/10
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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum
3/3/10

Museum of Discovery
3/1/10
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National Railroad Museum
2/26/10

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ASSOCIATE MANAGER OF SCHOOL PROGRAMS
The Morton Arboretum

The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, IL, seeks an Associate Manager of School Programs to develop and manage the Arboretum's School Programs. This includes program development, coordination with teachers and district curriculum developers, scheduling, budgeting, and evaluating regular programs for school classrooms, on-site field trips, in-classroom outreach programs, teacher training, and outreach to underserved schools. This position works closely with other Education staff who strive to make full use of the Arboretum's resources to help educators and students gain skill and knowledge in areas prioritized by the National Teaching Standards and evolving Core Curriculum. Minimum requirement: Bachelor's degree in education and five years experience teaching children in a formal classroom setting; Master's degree preferred. Two prior years supervisory or leadership experience required. Type 03 Elementary Education with Science Endorsement, or Type 09 Secondary Biological Science teaching certification required. Must have demonstrated experience in the design and development of age appropriate informal education programs and school curriculum. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be computer proficient in Microsoft Office. Application and job posting at: www.mortonarb.org. Send resume to: The Morton Arboretum, Human Resources, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle, IL, 60532-1293, or email to: jobs@mortonarb.org. Word attachments only. EOE

(Posted 7/15/10)

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MUSEUM DIRECTOR
Museum of the Southwest

Museum of the Southwest (MSW), Midland, Texas, is seeking a Museum Director to oversee the daily operations of a regional cultural icon. Ideal candidate is a superior communicator, a skilled and experienced leader and committed to an inclusive museum. Managerial financial skills are a must as well as a high level of office technology proficiency. Candidate must be a proven and successful fundraiser, collaborator with Boards of Directors and able to activate a volunteer corps. Masters level degree in Art and a minimum of five years experience is required. Send resume to markp@nmc-pb.org.

PRINICIPAL RESPONSIBILITY: The Executive Director is the staff person held ultimately responsible for the overall administration, financial management and fund raising, program development, personnel administration, community/public relations, and Board relations.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:
  • Organization and Mission Focus — Looking across the organization for opportunities to apply ideas that expand MSW's influence and impact. Role modeling MSW values.
  • Program Acumen — Develops a depth of understanding of MSW program histories, current program successes and potential for future innovations.
  • Financial Management — oversees the fiscal soundness of the organization.
  • Talent and Relationship Development — Possess the capacity to identify, observe and contribute to management and staff development; ability to model appropriate words and actions; ability to gain credibility and build relationships across functions and cross-culturally, among multiple constituencies.
  • Thought Leadership — Demonstrate innovation, intention, and quality of contribution to program, advocacy, training and research activities. Intellectual curiosity and a learning orientation for her/himself and the organization.
  • Communications — Possess ability to articulate, persuade, engage, and listen effectively. Ability to use different methods of communication appropriately. Skilled at delivering strong and compelling presentations.

(Posted 7/8/10)

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DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
The Charlotte Museum of History

Position Summary:
The Director of Development is a new position. The Director will provide leadership in the development and implementation of the museum's first development strategic plan. The Director will be responsible for planning, executing, and evaluating fundraising and development communications. The Director will establish fundraising priorities and objectives; create fundraising strategies to meet specific program/project goals; identify and profile current and prospective corporate, individual, and foundation prospects; develop and cultivate positive relations with donors and prospects, and solicit and steward major donors. This position reports to the Executive Director.

The specific responsibilities of the position are as follows:
  • Under the direction of the Executive Director, works with the Board Chair, other Trustees, and the Executive Staff to plan and execute strategic fundraising for the museum's operations and project needs.
  • Work directly with Board members to help them develop and implement plans to solicit support for the museum.
  • Provide staff leadership to Development Committee of the board, including support for the Board's annual giving drive.
  • Work with the board Nominating Committee and Executive Director to engage and recruit potential board members.
  • Help train Board members in development best practices and engage them in various fundraising initiatives.
  • Create an annual plan to achieve contributed income goals for operations and capital needs, including the implementation of an annual membership campaign with appropriate collateral.
  • Work with other staff and Executive Director to oversee the preparation and timing of grant requests, including the annual Arts & Science Council application.
  • Oversee individual and corporate donor acquisition, retention, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship activities.
  • Oversee management of the donor database; set policies and procedures for retention of data and reporting. Maintain security and quality controls.
  • Develop a planned giving program with support from Board.
  • In conjunction with the Board and Executive Director, cultivate relationships with potential sponsors and major donors. Build and maintain good relationships with key funding sources.
  • Prepare annual department budget.
  • Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, monitor monthly expenses and income to assure that department stays on budget and contributed income goals are being met.
  • Work with staff to coordinate the museum's development objectives with the museum's marketing objectives.
  • Direct, manage and attend member events and donor receptions, provide support to the Executive Director and direction to the Development Assistant on matters relating to donor receptions, donor events and benefits.
  • Attend Board meetings.
  • Contribute as a member of the senior management team to overall management of the museum.

Job Requirements:
Education and Experience:
  • 5+ years of fundraising/institutional advancement experience within a museum environment or similarly complex not-for-profit organization.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Proven track record of success in development.
  • CFRE certification is a plus.

Skills and Knowledge Requirements:
  • The position requires an in-depth knowledge of fundraising strategies and the ability to develop and manage major development campaigns targeted at corporate, key individual contributors, and grant making institutions
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and superior interpersonal and leadership skills.
  • Proven organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks.
  • Proven management experience and skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft office and in donor database management.
  • High degree of professionalism; ability to interact successfully in both corporate and nonprofit environments.
  • Some evening and weekend work is required.

Salary:
Salary package is competitive and is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include health insurance, paid holidays and vacation.

Application Process:
Please email cover letter, resume and references to:
Angelica Docog, Executive Director
ADocog@charlottemuseum.org
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
Last day to apply: July 30, 2010

(Posted 7/6/10)

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Krasl Art Center

BACKGROUND:
The St. Joseph Art Association, Inc., operating as the Krasl Art Center (KAC), of St. Joseph, MI, an AAM-accredited visual art museum with a focus on sculpture collection and education, seeks an Executive Director. Duties include implementation of the KAC's new strategic plan which addresses financial sustainability, education and exhibitions, collections, facilities and operations, and marketing and events.

The KAC is situated on a bluff in the southwest corner of Michigan, just 90 miles east of Chicago, overlooking Lake Michigan in the city of St. Joseph, the seat of Berrien County. In a beautiful and fertile area of Michigan, the beaches and countryside of Berrien County are tourist destinations.

The KAC is the largest visual arts institution in the area providing professional experiences and opportunities. The KAC, designed by Perkins and Will of Chicago, opened its doors to the public in 1980 and went through a major renovation in 1996-1997. It is 17,500 square feet. Educational in purpose, the KAC provides much to the community: exhibitions, collection of sculpture sited in the community, classes, art camps, lectures, out-reach, social events, summer Art Fair on the Bluff and more. The KAC's permanent collection consists of 36 sculptures by many noted artists such as Richard Hunt, Michael Dunbar, Dale Chihuly, George Rickey and Jon Isherwood. The KAC operates on an annual budget of approximately $1 million, has a staff of nine, a faculty of approximately 25, and membership of over 1,000 households.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
The Executive Director of the KAC reports to the President of the Board of Directors and oversees all operations and functions of the KAC.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Administration:
    • Carry out the policies and directives of the Board of Directors and further the goals of the KAC.
    • Prepare for and attend all meetings of the Board of Directors, Friends and committee meetings.
    • Be ultimately responsible for all of the activities of the KAC.
  • Building and Grounds:
    • Be responsible for seeing that the KAC's physical plant and equipment are properly maintained.
  • Education:
    • Supervise all educational, outreach and interagency programs of the KAC, overseeing the activities of the Director of Education
  • Exhibitions and Collections:
    • Oversee the activities of the Director of Exhibitions and Collections (Curator).
  • Financial:
    • Prepare the annual budget with the Treasurer of the Board of Directors.
    • Supervise and/or carry out fund development including special projects and events including but not limited to the KAC Art Fair on the Bluff, the HollyMarket, and the Concours on the Bluff.
    • Supervise routine accounting procedures including receipts and disbursements.
    • Ensure annual audit occurs in timely manner.
  • Personnel:
    • Hiring, terminating, training of all staff members.
    • Administer the personnel policies of the KAC.
    • Supervise the performance of KAC staff and volunteers.
    • Reviewing KAC staff, annually.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS.
The successful candidate will have:
  • At least five years of experience gained in progressively senior positions at an art museum/art center.
  • Knowledge and appreciation of the visual arts.
  • An MFA or other advanced degree in the arts or museum administration, preferred (a combination of education and experience will be considered).
  • Demonstrated ability to think and act strategically and creatively.
  • Proven success in fundraising and donor development.
  • Sound financial planning ability including non-profit financial management.
  • Talent for building trust, confidence, and collaborations across a broad range of constituencies.
  • Outstanding people management skills: the ability to inspire and communicate effectively.
  • Enjoyment and involvement in social and community activities.
  • A positive outlook.

Candidates should send a cover letter of application with C.V., a list of three professional references, and include salary expectations to search@krasl.org by August 15, 2010. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will begin, working alongside retiring E.D., by mid-January, 2011.

The Krasl Art Center is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

(Posted 7/6/10)

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Missouri State Museum

(Natural Resources Manager, Band 1)

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is seeking an energetic, self-motivated individual for its Director of the Missouri State Museum headquartered in Jefferson City, Missouri. This individual has responsibilities for daily operations and supervision of the Missouri State Museum located in the Missouri State Capitol. The museum has a full time professional staff of eight with an additional staff of 15-20 seasonal positions. Positions include curators, interpreters, and maintenance staff.

The Missouri State Museum is in the process of updating their collections care activities, developing new exhibits in the History Hall, and expanding the scope of interpretive activities. Although these projects have begun, the successful candidate will have a significant level of input into the overall process and final outcome.

Essential Functions:
  • Collections care
  • Exhibits development
  • Interpretation services
  • Budget management
  • Personnel management

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's required, master's preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years experience as manager or assistant manager of a museum, historic site, or similar facility that involves collections care and interpretation
  • The ability to interact positively with elected officials and the general public
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities
  • The ability to effectively provide leadership in a team environment with a diverse staff.

Interested applicants must complete a state of Missouri online application no later than July 22, 2010, which can be found at www.ease.mo.gov. When applying, please use the job title of Natural Resources Manager, Band 1.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F

(Posted 6/30/10)

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McCormick Foundation

Department: Philanthropy
Reports to: President & CEO Location: Chicago, IL

About the McCormick Foundation
The McCormick Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to strengthening our nation's civic health by creating educated, informed and engaged citizens. Through its grantmaking programs, Cantigny Park and Golf, and museums, the Foundation helps build citizen leaders and make life better in our communities. The Foundation was established as a charitable trust in 1955, upon the death of Colonel Robert R. McCormick, the longtime editor and publisher of the Chicago Tribune. The McCormick Foundation is one of the nation's largest charities, with more than $1 billion in assets. For more information, please visit www.McCormickFoundation.org.

Principal Function
The McCormick Foundation is refining its grantmaking approach to include an increased focus on evaluation of impact, including an emphasis on systemic change in the areas of our work.

The director of evaluation will lead the development of our overall approach to evaluation, collaborate with program staff in evaluation work in program areas, and develop our systems for documenting and sharing the results and learning from evaluations.

Responsibilities
Develops the system for evaluation across all areas of the Foundation. Develops, in conjunction with program staff, evaluation plans for all program areas, and supports program staff in conducting program evaluations. Promotes learning by developing systems for documenting and communicating findings and lessons learned from evaluations. Works with Foundation staff to link evaluations with ongoing strategic and operating planning. Manages relationships with external evaluation firms, consultants, and other staff as assigned to develop research and evaluation projects. Works closely with the communications and program staff to disseminate key learning internally and externally. Presents evaluation results to Foundation management and Board of Directors.

Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five to seven years of experience in program evaluation, research, or policy analysis with a Masters degree in program evaluation, social sciences, policy analysis, or other related fields. Ph.D. is preferred. Strong communication abilities, both speaking and in writing, including the ability to communicate complex analytical material clearly to a variety of audiences. Demonstrated experience and effectiveness in project management. Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and team-building skills, including in settings requiring the collaboration of multiple private and public entities. Must have a high level of personal and professional integrity and ethics.

How to apply
Interested applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to Human Resources at: MFResumes@McCormickFoundation.org

Postal Mail:
205 N. Michigan Ave.
Suite 4300
Chicago, IL 60601
Attn: Human Resources Department

(Posted 6/29/10)

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, HERITAGE CENTER
Village of Grayslake, Illinois

The Village of Grayslake (population 20,330) is located in central Lake County, approximately forty (40) miles north of Chicago. The Village is seeking a high energy experienced professional to serve as Executive Director of the Village owned Heritage Center and Museum.

This is a highly responsible professional position that requires a self-motivated, dependable, and creative individual who possesses an ability to exercise mature judgment, prioritize multiple responsibilities simultaneously, organize, and perform work independently. The successful candidate should also possess good communication skills and the ability to recruit and motivate volunteers.

The Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum is a recently renovated and expanded facility of 10,500 square feet located in the Village's historic downtown area and includes 4,890 square feet of exhibit/events space. The Village and Grayslake Historical Society have entered into a services agreement providing for provision of services related to the organizing, and preserving an extensive collection of artifacts and documents. The Executive Director will have primary responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the Heritage Center and for the acquisition of financial and volunteer resources to expand the programs and services of the Heritage Center.

The starting salary range for this position is $52,303 to $70,608 with an excellent municipal benefit package including paid time off, health insurance, and retirement. Minimum qualifications include a masters degree in museum studies or directly related field, five (5) years of museum exhibit development, fundraising, and cultural events experience. Also, a qualified candidate should have progressively responsible administrative experience including short and long range plans, budgets, and grant writing.

Interested candidates should send a detailed cover letter explaining interest in position and resume, immediately to: Joan Annesser, Deputy Village Clerk, Village of Grayslake, 10 South Seymour Avenue, Grayslake, IL 60030. The cover letter and resume may also be emailed to jannesser@villageofgrayslake.com. Application deadline is July 30, 2010. Position will remain open until filled. The Village of Grayslake is an equal opportunity employer.

(Posted 6/28/10)

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Ohio Humanities Council

Ohio Humanities Council is looking for an Executive Director. Search open through August 31, 2010. For information and an application, visit: http://www.ohiohumanities.org.

(Posted 6/22/10)

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National Hellenic Museum

The National Hellenic Museum located in the heart of Chicago's Greektown, is looking for a full-time Accountant/ Office Manager. The ideal candidate will have a college accounting degree with Quickbooks experience and will be a team player with excellent communication skills and attention to detail. The experienced dynamic candidate will:
  • Perform general administrative duties and work closely with the Executive Director on various projects
  • Maintain all aspects of the accounting function including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and payroll.
  • Reconcile all bank accounts.
  • Prepare and review all financial reports for internal and external purposes
  • Responsible for creating annual budget.
  • Work with management and staff in order to maintain accurate cash flow for the museum.
  • Coordinate with the external auditors on all related matters
  • Oversee day-to-day operations of current 7,000-square-foot museum, including opening and closing the museum, managing cleaning crews and facility repairs
  • Maintain operation and purchase of all computer/office equipment
  • Coordinate storage needs and space utilization of storage facilities and office
  • Review resumes and interview potential candidates for staff openings
  • Maintain personnel and report files for each staff member
  • Create, format and update Museum's annual budget, including maintaining account ledger for budget tracking
  • Make weekly billing entries for income and expenses and provide reports as requested
  • Create billing systems that are efficient, accurate and timely
  • Oversee and coordinate all financial audits required by theMuseum, including the annual audit, federal and state plan audit
  • Provide budgetary information for all government grants including compliance with government agency rules and regulations
  • Manage petty cash and monitor cash balances
  • Schedule inter-fund transfers to meet short term cash needs
  • Prepare regular update and reconcile financial statements monthly and year-to-date for profit and loss reports in preparing reports for all Directors' meetings.
  • Oversee bank account transactions, reconcile monthly bank statements and transfer funds
  • Process contracts with significant vendors and contracts, accounts payable processing.
  • Prepare sales tax and transaction tax returns
  • Keep privileged information confidential and represent the Museum in professional circles and before the public in a manner which shall at all times enhance the prestige and credibility of the institution
  • Report directly to the Executive Director
  • Liaison to the Board of Directors and NHM staff as appropriate

Salary commensurate with experience

3 + years experience in accounting or office management

Please contact ksmith@hellenicmuseum.org for more information on job opportunities at the National Hellenic Museum.

(Posted 5/27/10)

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MUSEUM EXHIBIT DESIGN, GRAPHIC DESIGN, AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Layman Design

Layman Design is a Chicago area museum design firm that creates extraordinary exhibitions. We specialize in projects that require communicating complex and sensitive content with imagination, power, clarity and intelligence.

Currently, we are working with a number of exciting museums and have immediate opportunities for Exhibit Designers, Graphic Designers, and Project Managers. We are seeking qualified, creative, and highly-motivated professionals to assist with these projects. Successful applicants will have museum exhibition experience, great communication skills, and an enthusiasm for excellence. Our project teams are comprised of self-starters with a talent for teamwork, and the ability to work quickly.

Please provide CV, portfolio, and references to HR@laymandesign.com.

(Posted 6/1/10)

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John Michael Kohler Arts Center

The John Michael Kohler Arts Center, an innovative visual and performing arts complex focusing on unique and diverse contemporary American art, is seeking an experienced curator to develop original thematic and solo exhibitions; execute critical and didactic writing, undertake speaking engagements; and collaborate with other programming and educational staff.

With all of its exhibitions curated in-house, the Arts Center offers an exciting opportunity to develop and implement groundbreaking projects. Candidates must be innovative, familiar with artists and directions in the breadth of contemporary art, and have noteworthy curatorial experience. An M.A. in art history or comparable field plus a minimum of five years curatorial experience is preferred. Salary and title will be commensurate with capabilities.

Located on the western shore of Lake Michigan less than one hour north of Milwaukee and 2 ½ hours from Chicago, Sheboygan has been named one of the most livable cities in the U.S. by national magazines. The Arts Center is acclaimed for its unique exhibitions, collection of the work of vernacular environment builders, residency programs, performing arts and education programs. With a skilled full-time staff of 50 and a $4.5 million budget, it reaches local, regional, and national constituencies.

Send vitae, curatorial record, list of references, and five examples of critical writings on contemporary American art or related topics to: Manager-Human Resources, John Michael Kohler Arts Center, 608 New York Avenue, Sheboygan, WI 53081. www.jmkac.org; EOE.

(Posted 5/27/10)

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Taylor Studios, Inc.

Taylor Studios Inc. is seeking a Structural Artist. Duties include: fabricating original subject material including rock walls, groundforms, and cave structures, exhibit installation, and assisting with research. Skills in carpentry, sculpting, and metal work is required. Excellent time management skills are essential. ttention to detail is a must. For consideration, send cover letter and resume to: Taylor Studios, Inc., 1320 Harmon Drive, Rantoul, IL 61866 www.taylorstudios.com. Applications sent via e-mail will not be accepted. Taylor Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

(Posted 5/27/10)

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Taylor Studios, Inc.

Busy exhibit design and fabrication firm seeks a professional full-time Associate Project Manager who loves to keep busy. Duties include creating project work schedules, managing budgets, scheduling and managing installations, traveling to project sites, and establishing relationships with clients. Excellent oral and written communication skills are a must. MS Office and common accounting software knowledge is required. A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Management is preferred. For consideration, send cover letter and resume to: Taylor Studios, Inc., 1320 Harmon Drive, Rantoul, IL 61866 www.taylorstudios.com. Applications sent via e-mail will not be accepted. Taylor Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

(Posted 5/21/10)

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Taylor Studios, Inc.

Busy exhibit design and fabrication firm seeks an experienced Cabinet Maker. Duties include: fabricating cases, cabinets, display panels, exhibit framework, and other exhibit structures. Excellent time management skills are essential. Attention to detail is a must. Please send a cover letter and your resume to: Taylor Studios, Inc., 1320 Harmon Drive, Rantoul, IL 61866 www.taylorstudios.com. Please download an application from our website and submit with your resume. EOE.

(Posted 5/21/10)

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Image of a star PART-TIME GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Taylor Studios, Inc.

Taylor Studios Inc. is seeking a part-time Graphic Designer for 20 - 35 hours per week. Duties include production of exhibit graphics, including graphic and text panels, labels, photo murals, banners, posters, environmental graphics, and directional signs. Projects may also include design for electronic media, including web-based and interactive programs. Knowledge of Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign is a must. Knowledge of other design software is recommended. Candidate must be detail oriented and able to work quickly and meet deadlines. Bachelor's or Associates degree in Graphic Design or a related field is preferred. For consideration, send cover letter, resume and portfolio samples to: Taylor Studios, Inc., 1320 Harmon Drive, Rantoul, IL 61866 www.taylorstudios.com. Applications sent via e-mail will not be accepted. Taylor Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

(Posted 5/21/10)

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VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING
The Morton Arboretum

Location(s): Lisle, Illinois, 60532

The internationally acclaimed 1,700-acre Morton Arboretum holds collections of more than 190,000 plant specimens representing 4,200 kinds of trees, shrubs, and other plants from around the world. Located just 25 miles west of Chicago, this inspiring outdoor museum is among the Top 5 most-visited public garden in the United States and ranks among the top 10 cultural attractions in Chicago.

Reporting to the President & CEO, the Vice President of Marketing is the chief marketing officer for the Arboretum and will lead the development and execution of strategies for marketing and communications. The Vice President is a principal contributor to strategic planning and positioning the organization overall.

We seek a proven marketing professional who has consistently demonstrated the highest standards of practice by striving for excellence, fostering creativity, building organizational brand and contributing to staff team efforts. This person should possess the ability to form a vision for an integrated marketing and business development plan, marshalling good analytical skills, sound judgment and strong administrative abilities to move the vision to goal setting and then to execution of plans.

This person must have at least 10 years of management-level responsibility for professional staff supervision and bottom-line budgetary accountability. An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university is required; an academic degree at the Master's level is preferred.

Job Requirements
The Morton Arboretum is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Visit www.jobinfosearch.com/kittleman to learn more about the position and to apply.

(Posted 5/6/10)

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Image of a star VISITOR SERVICES ASSISTANT
Lake County Forest Preserve District

Temporary Position: 50 weeks
Hourly Rate: $9.00-$13.00/hr.
Location: Wauconda, IL
Application deadline: May 21, 2010

Duties include: staffing the admission desk and museum store; conducting monthly and year end inventories in the museum store; assisting with product selection, purchasing, and arranging store displays; conducting visitor evaluations; assisting with the planning and staffing of facility rentals; assisting with the planning and staffing of special events, artist receptions and exhibit openings. The Visitor Services Assistant will be required to work weekends and some evenings. Additional information about the museum may be found at the website www.lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.

EXPERIENCE:
Qualified applicants should have experience in museum visitor services. This could include experience: handling cash transactions, retail experience, event planning, or conducting visitor evaluation. Candidates should possess the customer service and communication skills necessary to provide a positive experience for the public, even during hectic environments. Must possess valid driver's license.

HOW TO APPLY AND APPLICATION DEADLINES:
Interest in Forest Preserve employment can be indicated by submitting a resume or completed Forest Preserve employment application. Applications are available at www.LCFPD.org and Lake County Forest Preserve District, Human Resources Department, 2000 N. Milwaukee Avenue. Libertyville, IL 60048, 847/367-6640, and must be returned by May 21, 2010.

Applications are accepted only for posted positions. Complete a job interest card for other positions for which you are interested. The card will be kept on file for six months pending an opening, and will be mailed to you should an opening occur.

LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT GENERAL INFORMATION:
The Lake County Forest Preserve District was created in 1958 and provides over 27,900-acres in a county-wide system of natural, cultural and recreational resources. Governed under Illinois law as a special purpose unit of government, the mission of the Forest Preserve District is to preserve a dynamic and unique system of diverse natural and cultural resources, and to develop innovative educational, recreational and cultural opportunities of regional value, while exercising environmental and fiscal responsibility.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

(Posted 5/3/10)

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Image of a star CURATOR OF EXHIBITIONS
The Miami University Art Museum

About the Museum
As part of a diverse and inclusive arts community The Miami University Art Museum plays an active role in the cultural life of southwest Ohio through innovative exhibitions and educational programming. The Art Museum houses five galleries of changing exhibitions, with a growing permanent collection of more than 16,000 artworks. Opened in 1978, the museum was designed by Walter Netsch of Skidmore, Owings and Merrill, Chicago, and is situated on grounds dedicated as an outdoor sculpture park featuring work by Mark di Suvero, Fletcher Benton and other contemporary sculptors. The museum has been accredited by the American Association of Museums since 1984 and serves about 15,000 - 20,000 visitors annually.

The collection features a broad range of holdings appropriate to a University art museum, including European and American paintings; prints, drawings, and watercolors; photographs; ancient art; European and American glass and ceramics; Islamic ceramics; Chinese porcelain; Precolumbian and modern art of the Americas (especially Mexico and the American Southwest); sculpture, including Gandharan, African, Oceanic, 19th century and contemporary works; a vast collection of textiles; international folk art and Leica cameras and accessories.

Curator Job Classification
Full-time unclassified continuing appointment, 12 months. Reports to Director of Miami University Art Museum. The Art Museum reports to the Dean of the School of Fine Arts.

Required Qualifications
M.A. in Museum Studies, Art History or related field. Three to five years of recent full-time art exhibition experience. Expertise in a major collection area of the Art Museum. Ability to manage simultaneous priorities, to engage in outreach activities, to work effectively with the university community, students, docents and the public, and to contribute to the development of a sustainable and innovative museum studies and history of art and architecture curriculum. Proficient in electronic records management and digital technologies.

Desired Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Art History or related field; successful grant writing experience; experience with museum management.

Duties
In consultation and collaboration with the director and other museum staff, plan and originate permanent, temporary and traveling exhibitions drawn from the Miami University Art Museum collection, special exhibitions drawn from private and corporate collections as well as from galleries and the collections of other museums; design and install exhibitions; coordinate exhibition schedule; research, develop and produce exhibition catalogues and other museum publications; prepare and present gallery talks and formal lectures; prepare written educational material related to exhibitions, such as text panels, gallery guides and object label copy; prepare written reports pertinent to the exhibition programs, as required; work with other University departments, offices and museums and with partners in the local community and beyond to implement the museum mission; take advantage of external funding opportunities; perform other duties as assigned.

Salary
Commensurate with experience.

Starting Date, Application Procedure & Further Information
Appointment will begin in mid-2010 or as soon as appointee is available. Screening of applicants begins May 1, 2010, and will continue until position is filled. Send letter of application addressing qualifications and complete resume along with writing samples, and names and letters of support from at least three references (sent to us directly by those individuals) by U.S. Mail to:

Robert S. Wicks, Director
Miami University Art Museum
801 South Patterson Avenue
Miami University, Oxford, Ohio 45056
wicksrs@muohio.edu

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Miami University is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer with smoke free campuses.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

(Posted 4/8/10)

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DIRECTOR
Chemung County Historical Society

The Chemung County Historical Society in Elmira, NY (in the southern Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York) is seeking an energetic and hard-working individual to lead the Society and its AAM-accredited Chemung Valley History Museum and Library. The institution is financially stable, supported by an active Board and by the community, and offers a full range of programming. Its growing museum is housed in a historic building. (See www.chemungvalleymuseum.org for additional information). Immediate challenges include oversight of a minor renovation project, direction of a strategic planning process, and reinstallation of the permanent exhibit. Interviews by May 15. Appropriately degreed candidates should submit a resume with cover letter, including recent salary history or expectations, and three current recommendations to president@chemungvalleymuseum.org or Director Search, CCHS, 415 E. Water, Elmira NY 14901. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

(Posted 3/22/10)

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Springfield Art Association

The SAA is a visual arts organization that promotes and supports the advancement of the arts, provides educational opportunities for the greater Springfield area, and preserves the historic Edwards Place House which houses the collections of the Association. The ideal candidate will have a B.A. in museum studies, history, art history or a related field and experience in: management of permanent collections; management of historic places/artifacts; nonprofit cultural organizations; communications and community outreach; and grant writing and development. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Interested candidates should submit a resume, a letter of application, and three references. Application will remain posted until position is filled.

Betsy Dollar
Executive Director
Springfield Art Association
700 N. Fourth Street, Springfield, IL 62702
director@springfieldart.org

An Equal Opportunity Employer
www.springfieldart.org

(Posted 3/5/10)

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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, the world's only museum dedicated to the living heritage of rock and roll music, has an incredible opportunity for an enthusiastic and creative individual with a passion for rock and roll and planning special events.

Reporting to the Vice President of Development, the Manager of Fundraising Events plans and implements fundraising events for the Museum. These prestigious events include the Rock Hall's annual spring benefit "It's Only Rock and Roll", the induction dinner when held in Cleveland, exhibition openings, member and donor cultivation events and more!

The ideal candidate must have a proven track record of successfully planning, promoting, executing and managing all aspects of special events.

For consideration send resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications along with salary history to: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, 1100 Rock and Roll Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44114-1022, Attn: Human Resources — Manager of Fundraising Events or e-mail at hr@rockhall.org or fax to: (216) 515-1998. See the full job posting at www.rockhall.com/careers.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is an equal opportunity employer and Drug Free Workplace

(Posted 3/3/10)

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MANAGER OF TRAVELING EXHIBITS
Museum of Discovery

This position has overall management responsibility for traveling exhibits belonging to the Museum of Discovery and the Arkansas Discovery Network. The position insures that exhibits are marketed, rented, shipped, installed, repaired and kept in good condition. It requires a highly organized and flexible individual with excellent planning, budgeting, and communication skills. The Manager of Traveling Exhibits may be asked to develop new traveling exhibits or to reconfigure components of current exhibits. The position reports to the Executive Director and is accountable to the Network Director with regard to the Network exhibits. Applicants must be willing to travel and should include evidence of both technical skills and marketing expertise. Interested parties may submit resumes and the names of three references electronically to nselz@museumofdiscovery.org. No phone calls please.

(Posted 3/1/10)

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National Railroad Museum

The National Railroad Museum in Green Bay, WI, is seeking candidates for the position of full time Executive Director. Reporting to the museum board, this position has accountability for the oversight and direction of the Museum collection, staff and operations. This position leads 7 full time staff along with part time staff and volunteers. Responsibilities include financial / budget administration; fund raising; personnel leadership and supervision; external relationships with community, government leaders and others; overseeing maintenance and development of the collection, exhibits and archives. With a 50 year history, this year round museum with 70 pieces in the rolling stock collection, extensive archives with 2,000 museum members and 65,000 visitors per year, presents a unique and exciting career opportunity. Desired experience includes 5 yrs prior experience and related training in museum management, leadership and fiscal management. Position includes a competitive salary, $45,000 to $50,000, and benefits package. Interested parties may obtain an application package by calling the museum at (920) 437-7623 (ext.15) or in-person at 2285 S. Broadway, Green Bay, WI.

(Posted 2/26/10)


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