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Robert
Teske
Director
Milwaukee County Historical Society
910
N. Old World 3rd St
Milwaukee,
WI.53203
414-273-8288
mchs@prodigy.net
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Posted: May 2, 2008
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Assistant Preparator for
Exhibitions and Collections Production
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John Michael Kohler Arts Center
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General Overview of Position:
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The John Michael Kohler Arts
Center, an innovative visual and performing arts complex
focusing on contemporary art, is seeking a full-time assistant
preparator who will help execute the installation of
exhibitions, including preparing works of art for display and
assisting with packing and transporting works of art.
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Qualifications:
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Qualified candidates must have a
BA or BFA, and be able to demonstrate the ability to work
directly with artists and curatorial staff. Carpentry and
finishing skills required. Museum preparator experience, with
knowledge of art handling, framing, and general installation
procedures, preferred. Heavy lifting, climbing, and strenuous
physical activities are essential functions of the position.
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Contact:
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Located on the western shore of
Lake Michigan less than one hour north of Milwaukee and 2 ½
hours from Chicago, the Arts Center is acclaimed for its
unique exhibitions, collection of the work of self-taught
artists, Arts/Industry residency program, performing arts and
education programs, and Connecting Communities commissions.
Send resume and references to:
Manager-Human Resources, John Michael Kohler Arts Center, 608
New York Avenue, Sheboygan, WI 53081. www.jmkac.org
EOE.
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Posted: April
25, 2008
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Museum Educator
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Waukesha County Historical Society and
Museum
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General Overview of Position:
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The Waukesha
County Historical Society and Museum is seeking
applicants for the position of
Museum
Educator to develop, implement and manage its education
programs. Responsibilities include maintaining strong
communication with school districts and other members of the
Waukesha County community, scheduling and supervising volunteers in the
Education Department, providing monthly reports to the Board
of Trustees, and managing departmental budgets. Specific
duties will include scheduling and facilitating tours for
schools, scout groups, and adult visitors, developing and
preparing curriculum based activities, and maintaining tour
related supply inventories.
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Qualifications:
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The successful
candidate will hold a degree in Education, Museum Studies or a
related field with 2-3 years of education experience,
preferably in a museum setting. Must be familiar with state
academic standards and be able to deliver programs to a wide
audience base. Strong organizational, problem solving and
project management skills are required. This person must have
the ability to coordinate personnel, plan and administer
programs for the department, be self motivated and work with
minimal supervision.
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Contact:
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Qualified
individuals should submit a cover letter, resume, and at least
three references to the Waukesha County Historical Society and
Museum Personnel 101 W. Main St., Waukesha, WI 53186.
Applications can also be faxed to (262) 521-2865, or emailed
to: lrohloff@wchsm.org.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Posted: April 1, 2008
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Historic Site Coordinator
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Milwaukee County Historical
Society
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General Overview of Position:
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The Milwaukee County Historical
Society is seeking applicants for the position of Historic
Site Coordinator to manage Trimborn Farm, and coordinate
activities for three historic homes located throughout
Milwaukee
County. Responsibilities
include the supervision of daily operations at Trimborn Farm,
as well as the coordination and development of education and
restoration programs. Specific duties will include the
recruitment and training of volunteers to serve as docents,
marketing of the four facilities to targeted audiences,
scheduling of tours for school groups and adult visitors,
supervision of restoration projects, and planning and
coordination of four major weekend events annually.
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Qualifications:
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The successful candidate will hold
a degree in museum studies, history or a related field (M.A.
preferred), with 2-5 years of experience in a museum setting. Experience with living historical farms or agricultural
museums is preferred, as is background and work experience in
historic preservation and education. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are
required, along with the ability to handle multiple tasks
simultaneously.
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Contact:
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Qualified candidates should submit
a letter of interest, resume and salary requirements to the
Milwaukee County Historical Society, 910 N. Old World Third Street,
Milwaukee,
WI 53203. Equal Employment
Opportunity
Employer.
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