Curator/Administrator in Boston, Massachusetts For Sale

Mattapoisett Historical Society
5 Church StPO Box 535
Mattapoisett, MA xxxx9
mattapoisetthistoricalsociety.org
mattapoisett.museum@verizon.net
Mattapoisett Historical Society has an immediate opening for a part-time curator/administrator. Are you the professional who can help bring alive Mattapoisett?s vibrant history, preserving the past for the benefit of the future? We are looking for a highly-motivated and well-organized individual who can cope with varied demands and responsibilities effectively, with the initiative and creativity to propose new ideas and advise on best practice. The curator/administrator will develop programs, exhibitions and events. Other duties include: attending monthly Board meetings and follow up action points; processing memberships and donations, related correspondence; welcoming museum visitors and researchers; production and distribution of the Society?s quarterly newsletter. 20 hours/week. Mattapoisett Historical Society is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate must be technologically-savvy, to maintain our on-line presence and manage our database (PastPerfect), and have experience and proficiency in office administration, managing inquiries, publicity and fundraising (including grant research and writing). A passion for history is essential. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university is also required.
Send salary requirements, letter of interest, résumé, and contact information for three references to macxxxx@verizon.net. No phone calls please.
Apply by: September 01, xxxx
Salary: commensurate with experience
About this Organization:
The mission of Mattapoisett Historical Society is: To create and foster an interest in the history, settlement, and development of the Town of Mattapoisett and its surrounding geographic area; To establish and maintain buildings and/or museums to hold and display such historical materials as the Society may from time to time have in its custody: To promote historical research; and To serve the community by initiating and encouraging educational or cultural activities.