MUSEUM CURATOR
Part-time, minimum 12 hours per week (Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Organized and dependable person with good phone and communication skills to answer phones and assist patrons. Must pass criminal background check. Experience preferred with knowledge of local history. $10/hour starting pay. Contact the Suwannee County Historical Commission at suwanneehistorical@gmail.comor website at www.suwanneehistory.comfor details and application.
Museum Curator
The Suwannee County Historical Commission seeks a part-time Museum Curator for the Suwannee County Historical Museum in Live Oak. The ideal candidate will be creative, energetic, friendly, and team-oriented. The candidate will work with the Historical Commission to organize new and existing exhibits and programs that advance the Historical Commission’s mission to locate, collect, preserve, and exhibit archaeological and historical objects and data about Suwannee County. The candidate will also be the face of the Museum and assist patrons with basic historical questions regarding the exhibits. This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic, hands-on candidate to work in a small museum on Fridays and Saturdays, with the potential for other weekdays in the future.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Must pass a criminal background check
Must have a friendly disposition and be able to work well with others
Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds
Must have basic telephone and personal etiquette
Must have a high school diploma (or if still in high school, working to complete a high school diploma)
Must have an interest in history
Must be responsible and trustworthy
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
At least a bachelor’s degree, with preference given to history-related fields
Be knowledgeable of Suwannee County history and its relation to general US history
Have a basic understanding of computers and software (including, preferably, Microsoft Office)
Ability to assist in updating the Commission’s website and other social media outlets
The ability to deliver presentations to groups of patrons
A driver’s license for occasional travel
Ability to supervise volunteers as needed
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Open, maintain business hours as set by the Historical Commission, and close the Museum on the designated days (currently Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
Greet and assist patrons visiting the Museum with at least a basic understanding of the Museum’s collections and purposes.
Responsible for implementing acquisition and augmentation of the Museum’s collection of archival material and artifacts.
Establish and maintain written, telephone, or personal contact with potential donors or sources of acquisitions.
Gather information, prepare documentary notes, perform or conduct research, and make recommendations regarding the acceptance or acquisition of materials or objects for addition to the permanent collection.
Coordinate intake procedures, provide information needed to arrange for delivery of materials, process received objects, complete Deeds of Gift or other paperwork, and complete database entry documentation as needed.
Coordinate and receive monies for rental of the back dock facilities.
Provide information on collections to appropriate persons.
Lead and promote regular Museum activities and programs.
Work with the Historical Commission on history-related projects as requested.
COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:
For this part-time position we offer beginning compensation of $10 per hour. No retirement or health benefits are included, but vacation holidays, personal days, and sick days will be provided. Future increases in compensation will be at the discretion of the Historical Commission.
To apply, please send 1) a cover letter with introductions, 2) a resume, and 3) at least three professional references when you apply via email to suwanneehistorical@gmail.comor mail to:
Suwannee County Historical Commission
Re: Museum Curator Position
PO Box 1321
Live Oak, Florida 32064
PLEASE NOTE: incomplete application materials will not be accepted. The job opportunity will be open until filled.