The Executive Director is appointed by the Board of Trustees of the Heritage Alliance of NE TN and SW VA and serves at their pleasure. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Trustees through the Executive Committee when the Board is not available and has overall responsibility for the general management and administration of the Association. Qualifications include a minimum of Master’s degree from an accredited institution, with an advanced degree in museum studies or a related field preferred or proven experience in the operation of a non-profit. The Executive Director should have good people skills, successful experience in grant writing or fund raising, and at least three years of experience in the historic museum field. Experience in the historic preservation field is a plus. These duties may change from time to time due to changing priorities. Due to the nature of this position, the Executive Director is a Flextime position, allowing for hours to be adjusted as necessary in a regular 40 hour week. In conjunction with the Board and subordinate staff, the Executive Director’s general and specific duties include but are not limited to the following:

1. Overall responsibility for the organization’s management and protection, including oversight of Collections and Operations.

2. Coordination with the Board of Trustees and their committees and liaison between the Board and all staff, as well as coordination with the State of Tennessee Historical Commission on the cooperative management of The Chester Inn State Historic Site.

3. Along with the Board of Trustees, Lead responsibility for fund raising and long range planning.

4. Lead responsibility for the creation of goals and objectives for the museum’s educational programs, overall direction for the same, as well as all programmatic elements of special events and overall administration of all special events and programs.

5. Plans, directs and supervises the general interpretive programs of the museum, including hiring of staff, and scheduling. Insures quality program delivery by interpretive staff and evaluation of employees.

6. General oversight of the museum’s operations including financial management, planning, reporting, forecasting and management of all funds in a professional manner in concert with nonprofit guidelines of the IRS and accountants.

7. Continued professional management of the organization’s museums in terms of collections, care, and exhibitions.

8. Lead responsibility for marketing and public relations.

9. Develops new programs and events whenever possible and in coordination with other staff has responsibility for the conceptualization, design and implementation of public programs.

10. Other duties as may be delegated by the Board of Trustees.

To Apply – Send Resumes and CVs to Board President Gordon Edwards at gme1313@yahoo.com.

Job Information

• Location:

Jonesborough, TN, United States

• Job ID:
• Posted:
• Position Title:

Executive Director

• Company Name:

Heritage Alliance

• Job Function:

Director/Administration

• Entry Level:

No

• Job Type:

Full-Time

• Job Duration:

Indefinite

• Min Education:

Masters

• Min Experience:

5-7 Years

• Required Travel:

0-10%

• Salary:

$34,000.00 - $37,000.00 (Yearly Salary)

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, ROCKY MOUNT HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION

Rocky Mount Historical Association, a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization chartered by the State of Tennessee, invites applications for the position of Executive Director.

The Association operates Rocky Mount State Historic Site, which includes 37 acres, multiple structures, sheep and a museum, all under a contractual agreement with the Tennessee Historical Commission. The site is located near Piney Flats, Tennessee, and is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums.

The Executive Director works for the association while maintaining a professional liaison with the Tennessee Historical Commission in Nashville, Tennessee. For this reason, the Executive Director is required to attend mandated meetings and to file periodic financial reports with the Commission.

Position Summary

The Executive Director is responsible for the professional leadership and strategic management of Rocky Mount and serves under the direction of the Rocky Mount Board of Trustees. The position reports to the Board and has overall supervision of the Association's operating budget, personnel and day-to-day operations. In addition, the Executive Director supervises thirteen full-time and part-time employees, as well as a group of dedicated volunteers. The Executive Director also, and very importantly, makes recommendations and assists the Board of Trustees in developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising and marketing strategies. This includes development and cultivation of positive relationships with members, current and potential donors, as well as state and local governments, corporate benefactors and individual prospects.

Required Skills

The ideal candidate for this position should have management experience, especially regarding collection care, finance, fundraising; and, grant application and administration. A knowledge of regional history is helpful in administering the "first-person" interpretation of the site's history and heritage. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, PastPerfect or similar programs is essential. The successful candidate should possess strong written and oral communication skills, be a team player with the ability to work well under pressure, while managing multiple projects and deadlines in a diplomatic and professional manner.

 

Employer's Reserved Rights

This job description does not list all duties of this professional position. The
successful candidate may be asked by members of the governing authority to
perform other necessary duties. The employer has the right to revise this job
description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment,
and either the chosen candidate or the employer may terminate employment at
any time.

Salary will be set commensurate with experience and qualifications. The
applicant should indicate an expected salary in the cover letter or resume.

Application Process

Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to rmha.search@outlook.com.  Applications will be accepted until November 15, 2019. All applications will be
treated as confidential. After a thorough review, the Association will determine a list of candidates to be considered and interviewed. The Association seeks to fill this position by the end of 2019.

Rocky Mount Historic Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  More information about Rocky Mount is available at www.rockymountmuseum.com

Questions about the search process should be directed to wphicks@outlook.com.

Questions about Rocky Mount Historic Site should be directed to our President  at jimwozniak72@yahoo.com.

TITLE: Museum Director

LOCATION: Morton Museum

OPENING DATE: September 17, 2019

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled JOB

NUMBER: JN19-43AD

 CLASS CODE: 9201

SALARY: $41,252 - $49,301 annually (DOQ) with excellent benefits package

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The purpose of this classification is to perform responsible professional and administrative work for the development, execution, and management of the policies, programs and initiatives of the Morton Museum of Collierville History. This position serves as the public face of the Morton Museum and assures that the Museum’s mission is carried out with the highest professional standards and in a manner that meets a wide range of audience needs and expectations. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree with major course work in History, Art History, Museum or American Studies, or a closely related field; supplemented by two (2) years responsible experience in a professional museum setting; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

SPECIAL REQUISITES: First-aid and C.P.R. certification required within six (6) months of employment. Experience in grant writing, educational program planning, docent training, public speaking, Public relations and marketing, and donor development and fundraising preferred but not required. Incumbent may be required to work late hours, weekends, and holidays, as necessary.

LICENSES: Valid Motor Vehicle Operators License is required at time of hire NOTES: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12 - 20 pounds) and occasionally moderately heavy objects (20 - 50 pounds). Must be able to pass a work-related physical and drug test.

WE REGRET WE ARE UNABLE TO ANSWER ALL INQUIRIES. WE WILL ONLY NOTIFY CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR TESTING OR INTERVIEWS.

APPLY: Submit an original Town of Collierville application to Human Resources, 500 Poplar View Parkway, Collierville, TN 38017. Applications are available to download at www.collierville.com under Employment Opportunities, or you may obtain one from our Human Resources Office. Applications must be submitted either by mail or in person to the above address. The Human Resources Office is open Monday – Friday, from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. We are unable to accept faxed or emailed applications

NOTES: Please submit a new application each time you apply for a Town job. Pursuant to Tennessee open records law, applications and resumes are subject to disclosure.

THE TOWN OF COLLIERVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE IN HIRING. MINORITIES, WOMEN AND DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. IF YOU HAVE A DISABILITY AND REQUIRE SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, PLEASE NOTIFY THE HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE AT (901) 457-2290. THE TOWN OF COLLIERVILLE IS A DRUG FREE WORK PLACE

Crab Orchard Museum – Tazewell, VA

Executive Director

Salary:               $45,000-55,000

Closes:               Oct. 13^th, 2019

Website:           www.craborchardmuseum.com

Historic Crab Orchard Museum & Pioneer Park seeks a dynamic executive director to manage the administration, daily operations, development, fiscal and staff functions of the 41 year-old Appalachian cultural heritage museum, located in the mountains of southwestern Virginia. Work closely with the board of directors, full-time and part-time staff to implement programs and exhibits, promote the museum’s mission to preserve and promote Appalachian cultural heritage, and expand the donor base to support the growing museum. Represent the museum in the community, region and state to create partnerships. Utilize public relations and development skills to cultivate donors, sponsors, members, supporters and prospects.  Oversee 23 acre property with 14 log and stone buildings from the 1800s, a 1907 general store leased as a restaurant, the Cottage at Crab Orchard overnight guest accommodations, the 1932 Frog Level Service Station, and a 500 year old Native American archaeological site.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree, Masters preferred, in History, Museum Studies, American Studies or humanities field, with significant experience in senior management, non-profit directorship, or development. Proven track record in leadership and development desired, including annual and capital campaigns and grantwriting.  Ability to be active on-site and involved with events and programs.  Ability to travel occasionally and work flexible hours if needed, including weekends or evenings as required.

Preferred Qualifications: 5-8 years experience in senior staff role with a successful record of accomplishments, preferably at a non-profit cultural attraction. Experience with long-range development and strategic planning. Supervisory experience. Excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills.

Send Resumes to searchcommittee@craborchardmuseum.com

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION FOR CRAGFONT, WYNNEWOOD, AND HAWTHORN HILL

Cragfont, Wynnewood, and Hawthorn Hill seeks an experience, creative, and innovative history museum professional to lead its public-facing education and interpretive programs. The Director of Education develops and maintains quality education programming to increase revenue and to help the site's to fulfill their mission.

This is a full-time, salaried position that reports directly to the Executive Director. The position plans, coordinates, and facilitates all educational and family programming at Cragfont, Wynnewood, and Hawthorn Hill; manages staff and volunteers; and develops and coordinates partnerships.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Education develops and implements the all educational programming efforts at Cragfont, Wynnewood, and Hawthorn Hill. S/he is also responsible for volunteer recruitment, retention, and recognition; assists in daily operations including visitor services, tours, and gift shop management; responds to visitor inquiries; writes grants, press releases, reports, and promotional pieces; assists the Executive Director to comply with established museum best practices and standards; and fulfills other duties and responsibilities as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

Education Programs

• Schedule, coordinate, and lead all group and school tours.
• Develop, implement, and update structured educational programming materials for schools.
• Develop educational workshops and programming for youth, adults, and families.
• Serve as spokesperson, representing sites to educators (e.g., conducting focus groups, marketing education programming, etc.)
• Manage all visitor-focused activities at Cragfont, Wynnewood, and Hawthorn Hill.
• Develop new and engaging field trips, interpretive activities, and youth and family education programs.

Outreach

• Assist with museum tours.
• Present lectures/programs to service organization, schools, and other interested parties when requested.
• Respond to information and research requests using existing and new research resources.
• Contribute to site-related communications as needed.

Volunteer Management

• Coordinate and recruit volunteers for special projects, special events, and regular volunteer hours.
• Train volunteers to provide visitor services (including gift shop), interpretation (including group tours and small group interaction), and educational programs.
• Identify individualized projects suitable for each volunteers’ skills and interests.
• Develop and coordinate volunteer recognition program.
• Develop, review, and evaluate a volunteer manual and application form.

Administration

• Work with Executive Director or designee on redo of permanent exhibitions and site interpretation.
• Represents the sites at community-based meetings, as needed.
• Assist Executive Director with regular and special projects.

Development/Finance

• Identify likely grantmakers for educational programming and apply for appropriate funding as needed.

Curatorial

• Assist in the acquisition, preservation, conservation, and interpretation of site-related collections, including buildings.
• Work with Executive Director or designee on redo of permanent exhibitions and site interpretation.

Stewardship

• Act as “guardian” for the sites' collection and facilities, which are held in Public Trust.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Tour guides (paid and unpaid)
• Volunteer corps
• Site caretakers
• Contractors

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Interest in and knowledge of Middle Tennessee history.
• Basic knowledge of learning styles and developmental stages for a wide variety of age groups.
• Able to execute engaging programs for children of all ages, as well as adults
• Creativity, flexibility, and organizational skills (including scheduling, bookkeeping, multitasking, and excellent communication skills).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Patience and endurance to sit behind a desk, as well as to stand for extended periods of time.
• Professional and courteous manner when dealing with internal and external customers and stakeholders, including, but not limited to visitors, volunteers, and co-workers.
• Transportation to and from work, during scheduled working hours.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in history, education, museum studies, or similar field or four year's work experience commensurate with these studies.
• Five years of history museum experience required; management experience preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Administrative office environment.
• Outdoor environment, encompassing landscape, open-air classroom, and demonstration spaces.
• Historic houses.
• Must be able to conduct programming in range of environments including heat and cold.

SALARY RANGE:

The position pays between $32,000 and $40,000 per year.

TO APPLY:

Send resume with cover letter explaining your qualifications for this position to EdDirectorWynnewoodCragfont@gmail.com by October 11.

Belmont Mansion

Job Title: Gift Shop Manager

Job Type: Part Time Staff, 15 to 20 hours per week

Supervisor: Executive Director

Job Purpose: Managing all aspects of small museum focused gift shop including: ordering, pricing, inventory management, visual merchandising, sales and new products.

Experience: Previous retail experience, management role preferred. Customer service experience needed. Museum or history organization experience helpful.

Education: High school degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Working Conditions: Standing and walking while working on shop floor; climbing stairs; adherence to professional dress code; wearing name tag required; supervising a staff with a wide age range. Position works for the Belmont Mansion Association, not Belmont University.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Strong customer services skills and commitment

2. Proven sales experience and success

3. Excellent verbal communication skills

4. Self-motivated with an ability to identify opportunities for maximizing sales

5. Excellent interpersonal skills for working with other mansion staff and guests

6. Ability to be part of a positive team environment

7. Adept with Point of Sales systems.

8. Adept with Microsoft Office software and Apple iOS.

Job Functions:

1. Reordering & pricing merchandise

2. Entering merchandise into inventory/point of purchase system

3. Using strong visual merchandising techniques to create appealing shop environment

4. Working with staff and visitors to create sales

5. Identifying new products

6. Training staff in the operation of cash register for admission and shop purchases

7. Ringing up cash register transactions for admissions and museum shop purchases

8. Answering the telephone and greeting guests at the front door when needed

9. Participating in special events hosted at the mansion by providing gift shop support as needed and

appropriate

10. Participating in staff meetings and training sessions

11. Ability to share with guests the mansion’s history, early Nashville and Civil War history. Training will

be provided.

12. Other duties as assigned

Please direct any questions, your resume, and cover letter to Mark Brown, mark.brown@belmont.edu

Job Title:  Historic Interpreter

Job Type: Part Time

Job Purpose: To give guided museum tours of Belmont Mansion and provide support to the mansion’s daily operations

Experience: Previous museum or similar experience preferred

Education: High school degree required; college degree preferred 

Belmont Mansion is the largest antebellum home open for tours in Nashville, and is a must-see for any visitor interested in Tennessee history, the Civil War, architecture, art, and decorative arts. We are looking for an energetic person who enjoys history and interacting with visitors. Good people skills and weekend availability are a must. Previous experience in customer service, as a cashier, or as a tour guide preferred. Also should be able to stand for long periods of time and climb stairs.

Please send your resume and cover letter to Danielle Ullrich at mansioneducation@belmont.edu.

Company Name: Heritage Alliance of NETN & SWVA, Jonesborough, TN

Title of Position: Programming Coordinator

Position Type: Part Time – Up to 28 hours per week, includes some evenings and weekends

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Programming Coordinator

Scope

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Programming Coordinator is responsible for exhibit planning, installation, and programing in the museums operated by the Heritage Alliance. The Programming Coordinator, working in tandem with the Chester Inn Museum’s Head Docent, is responsible for maintaining the archival collections of the Heritage Alliance using proper collections record keeping and preservation techniques. Additionally, the Programming Coordinator is responsible for collection research, exhibit planning and implementation, and coordinates with the Executive Director and museum personnel on the development and initiation of educational and outreach programs for the Heritage Alliance. The Programming Coordinator shall advise the Executive Director on the current state of the museums, and make recommendations for acquisitions and de-accession in concert with foundation and museum missions. The Programming Coordinator shall inform and advise the Board of Trustees regarding conservation needs including environmental conditions, storage, feasibility of exhibition or collections movement, and direct care of the artifacts.

The Programming Coordinator shall possess an understanding of the use of material culture to interpret history.

Programming Coordinator Responsibilities

• 1.    Responsible for collection security
• 2.    Responsible for registration and cataloguing for the collections of the Heritage Alliance
• 3.    Monitors collection conservation needs and keeps Executive Director informed on exhibit and collection condition

Interpretation

• 1.    Plans and implements permanent and temporary exhibits in the museums operated by the Heritage Alliance
• 2.    Plans and implements interpretative and educational programs for a wide range of audiences that correspond with exhibits
• 3.    Responsible for collection research activities
• 4.    Maintains a verifiable collection data base source
• 5.    Provides tours of the museums and the town of Jonesborough

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in history, Museum Studies, education or related field is required. Work experience should include museum employment (at least one year) and familiarity with standard museum operation procedures, collection care. Desirable skills: carpentry, word processing, data base entry, writing, public speaking, and grant writing.

How to Apply: Email Resume, Cover letter and two letters of reference to Anne Mason at amason@heritageall.org.

No phone calls please.

The Heritage Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The East Tennessee Historical Society has a part-time opening in visitor services. We are looking for someone to work at the Museum of East Tennessee History’s front desk two days a week (typically weekdays with some weekend days required). Preference will be given to applicants who have proven experience in visitor services and retail sales. If interested, please forward a letter of interest and resume to oakley@eastTNhistory.org.

Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, a National Historic Landmark historic site, seeks a Collections Manager to care for and manage collections which include nearly all the original furnishings of the Hermitage mansion. The Collections Manager has primary responsibility for the care and management of the collections (objects, documents, photographs, and print material) owned and lent to the Andrew Jackson Foundation for exhibition, research, and interpretive purposes.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Process and update collections records (both digital and paper) including accessioning, registration, cataloging, and condition reporting.

• Perform periodic collections inventories and rehouse materials as needed.
• Assist with installation and de-installation of exhibits and room furnishings.
• Monitor environmental conditions in collections areas.
• Draft policies and procedures relating to care and management of collections.
• Ensure a secure environment for collections by working with Security, Site Operations and Collections, Interpretation and Guest Services staff.

• Oversee workmen, media personnel and others requiring access to historic areas.
• Supervise employees, volunteers, and interns working in Collections areas.
• Conduct historic research related to the site and collections.
• Complete registration data on all incoming and outgoing loans and ensure that all loan renewals and paperwork are up-to-date.

• Supervise and conduct cleaning of all historic buildings and collections areas and provide specialized cleaning for collection materials.

• Provide information to staff and non-staff researchers.
• Serve as a member of the Collections Department Emergency response team.
• Manage reproduction and distribution of images of collection materials.
• Provide reports in a timely manner.
• Perform job function and conduct daily operations, consistent with Hermitage policies and procedures.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with special tours of the Hermitage Mansion.
• Sit on Hermitage committees as requested by the Curator.
• Interact with Hermitage visitors, guests and staff in a friendly, informative manner.
• Assist with special programs and events.
• Ensure safety of staff and visitors by looking for and reporting all safety concerns to a member of the Safety Committee.

• Assist with preparation of budgets for Collections Department.
• Advise supervisor and Chief of Museum Operations on Department needs.
• Assist with funding proposals and grants related to Collections Department.

Requirements: Master’s degree in Museum Studies, History or related area; five years related collections experience, and ability to perform moderate physical work. Experience with collections management software (PastPerfect), demonstrate teamwork and good interpersonal skills; present a professional demeanor, and maintain confidentiality. Qualified applicants will be asked to consent to, and pass, a background check as condition of employment.

The position is full-time, with full benefits, including vacation, sick leave, medical, and a 401K retirement savings plan. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Send cover letter, resume, and three references to: Collections, The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Hermitage, TN 37076 or collections@thehermitage.com. No telephone calls. EOE. Applications accepted through August 30, 2019.