This position will be a member of the Office of Historic Resources and will report to the Director of Historic Resources and receive general supervision from other senior staff. Work includes weekend and holiday hours at one of the city’s three historic sites and/or at city events. The Historic Resources Specialist II position will assist in all areas of museum and historic site operations and enhance the mission of the Office of Historic Resources to provide museum-related services to a diverse... more details
Description
This position will be a member of the Office of Historic Resources and will report to the Director of Historic Resources and receive general supervision from other senior staff. Work includes weekend and holiday hours at one of the city’s three historic sites and/or at city events.
The Historic Resources Specialist II position will assist in all areas of museum and historic site operations and enhance the mission of the Office of Historic Resources to provide museum-related services to a diverse demographic community.
Examples Of Duties
Providing staff support and security for Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center, Historic Blenheim, and Ratcliffe-Allison-Pozer House in all areas of operations.
Supporting collections management and exhibition planning and installation.
Staffing special events and programs, providing administrative support, and working with the volunteer staff.
Specific duties will include data management for visitor statistics, gift shop sales, and other needs.
Using collections management protocols for the Past Perfect database system and protocols for the city’s new financial program.
Assisting the Curator with both environmental readings and Integrated Pest Management Systems.
Working closely with the second Historic Resources Specialist II for inventory control and database reconciliation of gift shop merchandise.
Assist senior staff with preparing for and conducting youth and adult programs and tours at all three historic sites and at annual events, such as Fairfax HisTree Day and many city events.
Assuming a lead role for maintaining current tourism brochures and visitor information, both on display and in storage.
Moving historic artifacts and office equipment and supplies, and routine cleaning tasks.
The duties listed above are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience, in all facets of museum and historic sites operations, including museum collections management practices, and educational/interpretive programming.
Proficiency in the use of social media and diverse museum-specific technology is a must.
Proven ability to work collaboratively with paid and volunteer staff is desired.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule with often changing priorities.
Be able to lift 40 pounds and climb a ladder.
Knowledge of American and Fairfax history a plus.
Knowledge of and experience using the principles of museum interpretive programming for adults and youth.
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience using curatorial practices and procedures.
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to use museum-related technology programs and social media platforms.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of individuals including the public.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
Supplemental Information
Historic Resources Specialist II will be required to work regular rotating shifts for staffing one of the three historic sites on weekdays, some federal holidays, and for City special events.
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