Exhibit and Collections Manager, Wellesley Historical ...
Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners - Wellesley, MA
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Exhibit and Collections Manager, Wellesley Historical Society (Wellesley)The Wellesley Historical Society seeks an enthusiastic, organized, and community-focused professional to serve as the Exhibit and Collections Manager. Position to begin immediately and is open until filled.If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.The Exhibit and Collections Manager will serve as the Society's exhibit manager and will be responsible for exhibit research, design, and implementation. In addition, the position will support the Executive Director with the ongoing management of the collection. We anticipate the role being 70% exhibit focused and 30% collections focused. The role reports to, and is supported by, Wellesley Historical Society's Executive Director.The Wellesley Historical Society will be opening its new facility, the Wellesley History Center, in September 2025. The Wellesley History Center's first floor has four galleries in which the Exhibit and Collections Manager will develop and install three exhibits annually to engage the Wellesley community. Additionally, the Exhibit and Collections Manager will develop lending relationships with local historical societies and museums to enhance exhibits.Wellesley Historical Society's collections contain a wide range of materials, including personal archives, photographs, textiles, objects, entomological specimens, and fine art. As collections manager, the incumbent will maintain physical and intellectual control of the existing collections as well as conduct ongoing accessioning. Along with the Executive Director, the Exhibit and Collections Manager will support the Society's educational programming and staff the Wellesley History Center upon its completion.About the Wellesley Historical SocietyThe Wellesley Historical Society is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to collect, preserve, and share Wellesley's history and inspire public appreciation of the town's heritage and culture. The Society engages the public through events, speaker series, walking tours, and exhibits. We have a passion and dedication to "Open the Door to History" of Wellesley, New England, the United States, and beyond.WebsiteQualificationsRequired qualificationsA willingness to learn and engage the communityGraduate training in museum studies, archival management, or public historyWork experience in a historical society or museum environmentKnowledge of best practices for handling collection itemsProficiency with office productivity and collections management softwareAttention to detail and ability to record information accurately and completelyAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of constituentsPreferred qualificationsExperience working with a wide range of materials including photographs, textiles, and artworkGraduate-level experience conducting historical researchFamiliarity with current collection management and preservation best practicesFamiliarity with PastPerfectPhysical RequirementsMust be able to lift and carry up to 40lbs, reach and work above the shoulders, and climb ladders and stairs.Full/Part TimePart TimeEducationMLS/MastersSalary$26.00/hourSalary Notes(24 hours) per week, in-person, with occasional night and weekend hours. 12 paid vacation days per year.Closing DateOpen until filled.How to ApplyApply with cover letter and resume to: director@; or mail to: Executive Director, Wellesley Historical Society, 229 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02481.Posted2024-09-23#J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2024-10-16