Collections Assistant - Part-time
Conner Prairie is now accepting applications for a part-time Collections Assistant. This position will primarily be responsible for cleaning historic structures and artifacts and aid in training of others in cleaning and preservation practices. In addition, the Assistant may be asked to input data into the collections database, take part in annual inventory, and undertake other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities include: Cleaning of historic structures, aid in training staff in cleaning and maintenance of historic structures and artifacts, dusting, vacuuming, filing, data entry and photography.
Requirements include: Lifting and carrying (up to 40 pounds), repeatedly walking up and down stairs, significant mold and dust exposure, exposure to hot and cold weather, repeated physical motions, uneven floors, and be able to climb ladders and/or stepstools.
Minimum qualifications are a high school diploma or equivalent, MSOffice experience, and previous experience in museum practice a plus.
If you are interested in this position, send cover letter, resume and hourly salary requirement to employment@connerprairie.org.
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Exhibit Developer
Join one of America’s leading living history museums! Lead the development and implementation of new and revised exhibits and experiences associated with Conner Prairie’s Master Plan. Experience developers are responsible for coordinating the key aspects of exhibit and experience development for new experiences as well as revisions or additions to existing experiences.
Responsibilities include topic testing, formative evaluation, idea generation, development of experiences from the concept, working design, and final design. This includes writing scripts, storyline, labels, research, interactive prototyping, and participation of shepherding of the experience through production, opening, summative evaluation and remediation. Demonstrated success in managing the experience design process, meeting deadlines on time and within budget.
Bachelor’s Degree, Master Degree preferred, in field related to development of informal learning environments and materials. Five years experience in the development of learning environment within a museum setting. Requires a minimum of five years experience in an informal learning setting working with guests (youth and adults). Proven knowledge of best practices in guest experience design and evaluation.
To apply, send cover letter, resume with salary requirements to employment@connerprairie.org.
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