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Museum Intern II

City of Carrollton
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SUMMARY: The Curatorial Intern will be an integral part of the planning and execution of exhibitions at the A.W. Perry Museum, as well as assisting in the care and maintenance of the collection. The Curatorial Intern will assist the with research and development of current and upcoming exhibitions within the house. The intern compiles information and materials about the exhibits and gathers support materials for the exhibit. The intern will also assist in maintaining condition reports on all objects and simple data entry regarding the collection as well as running the daily operations of the museum.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Plans, coordinates, organizes, and activities related to the museum exhibit, programs and events.
  • Maintains and updates a variety of records pertaining to the museum exhibit and collection.
  • Learn the daily operations of the museum including but not limited to: exhibit tours, opening/closing procedures, management of collection and exhibit spaces.
  • Provides assistance and guest service to the general public, which includes providing guided/self-guided tours, answering telephones, and/or performing other related activities.
  • Coordinates and/or participates in a variety of meetings, seminars, conferences, training sessions, and/or other related events.
  • Assists with special events, which includes: setting up and tearing down for events; ensuring applicable equipment and supplies are readily available; and/or, performing other related activities.
  • Publicizes, markets, and promotes programs using a variety of media sources; oversees the distribution and/or dissemination of promotional materials.
  • Monitors guests utilizing of the facility. Identifies and resolves potentially hazardous situations.
  • Participates in preparing and monitoring budget.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • None

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of modern office equipment;
  • Knowledge of program marketing theories, principles, and practices;
  • Knowledge of applicable age-appropriate activities, programs, and materials;
  • Knowledge of community demographics;
  • Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, codes, regulations, policies, rules, and regulations.
  • Skilled in prioritizing and assigning work to lower level staff and volunteers;
  • Skilled in performing bookkeeping activities;
  • Skilled in developing and monitoring budgets;
  • Skilled in exercising good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations;
  • Skilled in scheduling staff programs and events;
  • Skilled in overseeing recreation program sites and equipment;
  • Skilled in planning, developing, supervising, and managing programs and/or events;
  • Skilled in evaluating program effectiveness;
  • Skilled in preparing and maintaining records and reports;
  • Skilled in interpreting and explaining policies and procedures;
  • Skilled in mediating conflict;
  • Skilled in coordinating and monitoring the work of volunteers;
  • Skilled in providing guest service;
  • Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications;
  • Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals;
  • Skilled in working as a team with other professionals

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree.
PREFERENCES:

  • Four years of experience in the museum, history, or library science or a bachelor’s degree in an equivalent field of study.
  • Background in Museum and/or Library Science with a focus in archival management.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Frequent reaching, sitting, standing, stooping, crouching, walking, talking, seeing, hearing, and manual dexterity.
  • Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
  • Work is typically performed in a standard office environment. Depending on area of assignment, may occasionally work outdoor in outdoor environments, with potential exposure to adverse weather conditions.
  • Nights and weekends are Required.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

  • Must pass pre-employment drug test.
  • Must pass criminal history check.
  • Must pass motor vehicle records check.
  • Position is 20 hrs per week, Saturdays are mandatory.