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Museum Coordinator

The National Wild Turkey Federation, a 501(c) 3 conservation organization headquartered in Edgefield, S.C., is seeking a full time museum coordinator. Duties include conducting visitor programs for schools and groups of all ages, curating exhibits and managing programs associated with the museum and outdoor education center. Candidates must have a degree in education, natural resources or a museum related field. Applicants must also have strong presentation skills, be computer literate, be able to multitask and work well independently and as part of a team.

• Experience working as a naturalist and with schools in a museum, park or visitor center setting a plus!
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule and some Saturday hours a plus!
• Familiarity with state and national education standards a plus!
• Experience managing a nature center, school, zoo or museum facility a plus!
• Experience coordinating a successful volunteer program is a plus!
• Experience working with diverse groups in a museum, classroom and outdoor setting a plus!
• Experience developing and maintaining exhibits and displays a plus!
• Enthusiasm for working with children and the public a must!
• Enthusiasm for the outdoors a must!

This is a full time salaried position with an excellent benefits package.

Complete the online job application by clicking here. The closing date is July 6, 2009.

No telephone calls, please.

Equal Employment/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace employer.

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Interpretation Manager (Culture & Heritage Museums)

Salary Range: $19.81 to $27.74 per hour (Grade 19, 40 hours per week, full-time with benefits)

The Culture & Heritage Museums seeks a full time Interpretation Manager to lead a dynamic interpretation team. Duties include: delivery/teaching and evaluation of engaging interpretive experiences across the CHM system of museums including school and public programs, the scheduling and training of interpretive staff and volunteers to meet audience needs.

The successful candidate will possess a passion for interpretation first and foremost. A skilled motivator and dynamic public speaker, the incumbent will build and direct a team of interpreters that will carry us to the new museum. Strong organizational skills and ability to oversee many moving parts and coordinate ongoing projects is necessary.

Minimum requirements include: A Bachelors degree from accredited college or university is required. Master’s degree preferred. Successful prior experience as an interpreter working in an informal educational setting such as a museum, historic site, nature center, or park required. A minimum of 3-5 years supervisory experience required. Experience managing and scheduling volunteers, seasonal and full-time and part-time employees essential.

Interested and qualified? Please follow the Application Procedures and submit your application materials no later than July 3rd. Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Keywords: Certified Interpretive Guide, NAI, Naturalist, Environmental Educator, Living History, Costumed Interpretation
Downloadable Job Description (pdf)
Downloadable Job Narrative (pdf)

Visit www.chmuseums.org to review the full job description, and learn more about the future of the CHM! Procedures for applying are on the website.

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School Programs Manager

The Culture & Heritage Museums (CHM) seeks an experienced educator to direct school programs for the Culture & Heritage Museums. Serving upstate South Carolina and the greater Charlotte, North Carolina region, CHM is York County’s system of linked cultural institutions including the Museum of York County, Historic Brattonsville, the McCelvey Center and the future Museum of Life and the Environment now in development.

The School Programs Manager designs, develops, promotes, implements, and evaluates a comprehensive and intensive program of learning experiences across the CHM system of museums that meet the needs of the K-12, college and the educator audience. The school program is an extremely active component of the CHM routinely attracting over 30,000 students per year. 

School programs may include, but are not limited to, tours, classes, workshops, living history programs, Brattonsville Academy 1840, Arts in Education series, professional development opportunities for teachers, and school residencies.  Content areas include: life science, environmental science, physical science/astronomy, social studies/American history, performing arts.  He/she works closely with the formal education community and ensures that programs meet school needs and are aligned with state and national standards.

The School Programs Manager reports to the CHM Director of Education and works closely with education/interpretation staff to develop and deliver high quality programs. 

The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in museum education or teaching within a formal or informal setting, curriculum development, management and supervision of staff, budget management, and a strong working knowledge of the public education system.

CHM offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package for its employees.  The salary range for this position is $32,000 to $44,500. A job description is available in the employment section of CHM’s website www.chmuseums.org.

Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume presenting qualifications and experience to Julie Voges, Director of Human Resources via email jvoges@chmuseums.org or mail to 4621 Mt Gallant Road, Rock Hill, SC 28732, or fax to 803-329-5249.

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