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Effective April 1, 2024, the OMA board has voted to begin charging non-members and individual-level OMA members a $50.00 fee per 30 day listing on the job board. Please use this form to submit a job announcement.

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Volunteer opportunities cannot be posted to the job board, but we've created a list of websites that our board members recommend using to share your opportunities. You are also welcome to post them on the member forum, or email us your opportunity to share in the OMA newsletter which is sent out on the second Tuesday of each month.

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  • 22 Nov 2024 2:23 AM | Oregon Museums Association (Administrator)

    Pay rate: $24.63 - 34.32
    Apply by: December 6

    We are seeking a dedicated Museum Curator to join our team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage our museum and Bungalow Theatre.

    Key Responsibilities include:

    • Train museum staff and volunteers in museum procedures and services.
    • Create exhibits using museum collections.
    • Write grants for exhibits and to further the work of the museum.
    • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
    • Maintain museum website
    • Catalog collection materials

    The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in history or a related field, and three (3) years of experience in museum or a related field and be able to apply these principles to provide enhanced access to our museum. This position offers a unique chance to contribute to the preservation and presentation of cultural heritage, working across various sections of our museum and Bungalow theater. If you are passionate about museum curation and have the skills to manage projects and programs, we encourage you to apply.

    Join us in our mission to educate, inspire, and engage our community through the power of cultural experiences. Apply now to be part of our dynamic Library team in Community Services! Please submit a resume and application by the end of December 6, 2024, at http://www.woodburn-or.gov/jobs

    Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Woodburn grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans' preference points, please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of your application.

    City of Woodburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
    Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply

  • 24 Sep 2024 2:22 PM | Anonymous member

    Director of Education

    Reports to Executive Director

    Salary:  $72,000 with a generous benefits package and hybrid work schedule

    Job Description

    The Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education (OJMCHE) is looking for a seasoned manager, team player, motivated leader, an excellent listener, someone who can see the institutional context, develop long range goals, and be able to identify and implement steps along that path. We are looking for a professional who shares our team's compassion for the mission and values of the organization, our Holocaust survivors, and our audiences. We hope to gain a leader on our team who wants to grow and expand their previous roles in museum education. This person needs a strong background in Holocaust education and American Jewish history, experience managing staff, and working with audiences in a museum or similar informal learning setting.

    The museum’s education team conceives and provides resources and programs dedicated to introducing or expanding the public’s knowledge about Jewish identity and experiences, the Holocaust and other genocides, as well as human and civil rights. The education team provides school tours, classroom workshops, and professional development seminars for teachers and regional police audiences. Our learning resources and guides strive to help all of OJMCHE’s audiences understand our content and develop critical thinking skills. Our programming is differentiated, transformative, and trauma-informed.


    Responsibilities

    ● Develop educational goals, objectives, and benchmarks for the museum's diverse audiences, adhering to OJMCHE’s strategic plan
    ● Develop methods to measure outcomes and impact of the museum’s educational goals
    ● Manage, grow, and support the Education Team, currently consisting of 3 full and 1 part-time staff members
    ● Maintain the department’s operational budget
    ● Develop interpretive content for all educational programs and resources in conjunction with the Education Team
    ● Identify learning outcomes for school groups and teachers in collaboration with the Head of Student Programs
    ● Establish and grow professional relationships with local, regional, national, and international partners
    ● Manage, grow, and support the museum’s cadre of Volunteer Educators and Speakers’ Bureau members
    ● Work with staff, scholars, and consultants to develop interpretive focus, organization, and content of exhibitions
    ● Conduct/lead workshops and tours as needed
    ● Represent OJMCHE at conferences and other events
    ● Attend and participate in internal and external meetings and museum events
    ● Attend events and programs throughout the state of Oregon

    ● Other occasional duties as assigned


    Qualifications

    ● 5 years in increasingly responsible education or museum education management positions
    ● Minimum MA degree in Holocaust, Genocide Studies, American Jewish History and / or equivalent subject(s)
    ● Experience, comfort, and demonstrated success working with all ages: teachers, students, volunteers, Holocaust and genocide survivors (across intergenerational audiences)
    ● Experience in developing and delivering education programs
    ● Experience measuring outcomes of programs
    ● Passion for the mission of OJMCHE and audience engagement
    ● Energetic, creative, and organized
    ● Demonstrates impeccable professional accountability and work ethic
    ● Excellent written and oral communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
    ● Ability to research and learn about unfamiliar subjects, and translate historical knowledge into content
    ● Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe, Google, and Zoom products
    ● Reliable, available transportation to the museum and off site programs
    ● Must be able to work occasional flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
    ● Experience and interest meeting with donors, government officials, and community leaders


    Additional Desired Skills
    ● Background/interest in art/art history
    ● Experience developing and managing budgets
    ● Experience marketing programs to the public and donors/potential donors
    ● Bilingual in Spanish
    ● Proven record of success in education in a variety of rural and urban areas
    ● Knowledge of Oregon regional history
    ● Interest and commitment to social justice issues
    ● Classroom experience


    To Apply

    Please submit a cover letter, resume, or CV and the names of 3 references (one pdf. document please) to: director@ojmche.org. Applications received before November 1, 2024 will receive priority consideration.


    About OJMCHE

    The Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education (OJMCHE) was formed through the 2014 merger of the Oregon Jewish Museum (founded 1989) and the Oregon Holocaust Resource Center (founded 1984). We focus on Jewish art, history, and culture, while recognizing the challenge of remaining relevant in a changing and tumultuous world. OJMCHE is the community repository for the Jewish experience in Oregon and as the proud stewards of the Oregon Holocaust Memorial in Portland’s Washington Park. We have gallery space dedicated to our four core exhibitions and two additional galleries for our temporary special exhibitions. OJMCHE provides audiences robust public programming, year-round tours for school groups as well as adults of both the museum and the Oregon Holocaust Memorial, teacher professional development training, access to our archives and collections, and a museum shop.


    OJMCHE’s Commitment To Diversity, Equity, Accessibility & Inclusion

    The Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education respects, values, and celebrates the unique attributes, characteristics, and perspectives that make each person who they are. We believe that our strength lies in our diversity among the broad range of people we serve. We consider diversity and inclusion a driver of our excellence and seek out diversity of participation, thought, and action. Our goal is for OJMCHE staff, board members, and partners to reflect and embrace these core values. OJMCHE is an equal opportunity employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, political affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or other differences.

    https://www.ojmche.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/DirectorofEducation_JobApp.pdf

    To learn more about OJMCHE, please visit https://www.ojmche.org/

  • 29 Aug 2024 10:16 AM | Anonymous member

    Job Description

    The Curator of Exhibitions manages BCHS’s exhibition program, which includes historical and contemporary art exhibitions at both museums. They have a strong commitment to innovative exhibition programming. This position supervises and implements all aspects of exhibition development and production, from design, preparation, installation, and maintenance to de-installation. They work closely with the Curator of Education and the Curator of Collections to coordinate exhibitions with programs and collections. They also serve as staff liaison to the Exhibition Committee and staff advisor to the Collection Committee. As part of a small team, collaboration is encouraged in all work.

    It is an exciting time to join BCHS. Not only did we open a new museum in 2021, in 2023 we wrote a new strategic plan and new mission statement. Having a new museum in Corvallis as well as our longtime museum in Philomath has dramatically changed how we can serve the community of Benton County. We’re looking for a Curator of Exhibitions with vision and excitement to help us shape the future of the Benton County Historical Society.

    Essential Duties & Responsibilities

    §  Plans, researches, develops, coordinates, implements, and maintains exhibitions in support of BHCS’ mission and community interests

    §  Ensures we appropriately and accurately interpret the history and culture of all our community

    §  Is responsible for the interpretation of BCHS collections through exhibitions by telling stories that are meaningful to our community

    §  Develops and maintains a one-to-two-year exhibition plan

    §  Compiles necessary reports detailing department activities

    §  Gives input to the Executive Director for budget for exhibitions, and manages exhibition expenses and income

    §  Works with the Curator of Collections to establish and oversee protocol for incoming exhibitions to ensure complete documentation of the loan process, including contract negotiations and insurance valuations and limitations

    §  Coordinates with appropriate staff members on the creation and production of graphic materials including interpretive materials, announcements, and reception invitations

    §  Installs and de-installs exhibitions, including wall preparation and coordination of pick-up of sold artwork

    §  Works with the Curator of Collections to prepare artifacts for exhibitions

    §  In coordination with appropriate staff, organizes opening receptions for exhibitions

    §  Provides information about each exhibition in a timely fashion to appropriate staff for publicity purposes

    §  Keeps abreast of current standards, practices, and developments of the field through workshops, conferences, seminars, and publications

    §  Coordinates with appropriate staff to keep current the exhibitions and stories sections of our website

    §  Supports the mission, vision, and values of the Benton County Historical Society

    §  Contributes to and support the strategic plan, annual action plans, and institutional initiatives

    §  Performs other duties as assigned

    Supervisory Responsibilities

    • Volunteers/Docents/Interns
    • Museum Preparator

    Required Knowledge & Skills

    • Multi-lingual, especially in Spanish, preferred
    • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
    • Commitment to sharing diverse stories
    • Comfortable with public speaking
    • Strong problem solving, organizational, and project management skills
    • Adept at managing multiple priorities and stakeholders to effectively meet objectives and competing deadlines
    • Excellent attention to detail
    • Knowledge of the theories and history of museum exhibition design and development
    • Ability to create highly original exhibitions
    • Ability to supervise and inspire volunteers
    • Ability to work collaboratively or independently

    Education, Formal & Informal Experience

    • B.A. in museum studies, history, public history, or a related field with a minimum of five years museum experience or equivalent education and experience including experience in exhibition development
    • M.A. in Museum Studies preferred

    Job Conditions

    • Exempt/full-time
    • Schedule is 40 hours per week
    • Occasional evening and weekend hours
    • May be on call list for alarm company
    • Possession of a valid Oregon Driver’s License required

    Physical Activities

    • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
    • Continual computer use
    • Frequent sitting/standing/walking
    • This is not a comprehensive list of physical activity required for this position

    Established Guidelines for Position

    AAM Museum Code of Ethics, BCHS Employee Handbook

     

    Company Description

    The Benton County Historical Society (BCHS) was formed in 1951 to preserve and share the history of Benton County. In the 1970s, a group of local citizens saved the Philomath College Building and restored it for our use. We began operating our Philomath Museum in that building in 1980 and have continued to this day.

    This acquisition of the collection of Oregon State Museum’s Horner Museum in the mid-2000s necessitated construction of the Johnson Collections Center, a 13,000 square foot state-of-the-art collection storage facility located behind the Philomath Museum.

    Delayed by the pandemic, we opened the Corvallis Museum in February 2021. Designed by Allied Works Architecture (Clyfford Still Museum, Museum of Art & Design NY), it was conceived to be a departure from the traditional history museum.

    Our mission is to connect our community by preserving and sharing its diverse, evolving stories through history, culture, and art.

    We achieve this through:

    • Authenticity - We provide access to history and culture through well-documented collections, accurate interpretation, and reliable scholarship.

    • Curiosity - We encourage curiosity about history and culture, within ourselves and our community, when sharing and exploring the relevance of the stories we tell.

    • Cultural Humility - We respect diverse cultures and perspectives and continually challenge our biases by engaging in meaningful dialogue with others.

    • Excellence - We strive to meet the highest professional standards through combining best practices and innovation in order to serve our community and engage at the deepest level.

    Our vision:

    We are a center of the community, fostering dialogue and ideas that catalyze an inclusive understanding of our past and culture, and consideration of the shared future we hope to create.

    BCHS is committed to equal opportunity in employment, meaning that employment decisions (including but not limited to hiring, promotion, compensation, and discipline) are made without regard to gender, (including pregnancy-related conditions) race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age (within statutory limits), marital status, retaliation, association with a protected class, or any other status protected by law. Employment decisions are made on the basis of individual qualifications, merit, and other legitimate business considerations. This commitment ensures that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the application, interview, and hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Jessica Hougen, Executive Director, at jessica@bentoncountymuseums.org or 541.929.6230.

    Benefits

    • Exempt/Salaried/Full-time
    • Budgeted compensation is $57,500
    • Healthcare package includes medical, dental, and vision and company contribution
    • Retirement program with matching company contribution
    • Paid time off: 10 holidays and 2 floating holidays, vacation, sick, adjustment, and bereavement leave
    • Gift shop discount

    Application Process

    To apply email your application to Jessica Hougen, Executive Director, at jessica@bentoncountymuseums.org

    Complete applications should include a resume, cover letter, and three references. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

    Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. The listing will be closed once we have a good pool of candidates. Applicants are encouraged to apply soon.



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