South Carolina Federation of Museums
     
Employment Opportunities

Email SCFM to post available positions to this page. Please include information in the format as it should be posted and include a closing date for the position.


Curator of Collections
Pendleton District Historical, Recreational and Tourism Commission

The Pendleton District Commission is a regional tourism promotion office and historical commission for the three counties which historically comprised the Old Pendleton District: Anderson, Oconee and Pickens Counties in the northwest corner of South Carolina.
The Curator of Collections is responsible for all aspects of the Commission’s historical collections, Research Room, and the Pendleton District Agricultural Museum.

Primary Duties Include:
* Oversee all accessions, loans and deaccessions
* Perform collection inventories
* Care for the physical condition of the collections
* Create exhibits
* Assist researchers
* Manage the SC Century Farms Program
* Coordinate the Friends of the Pendleton District Program
* Edit the quarterly newsletter
* Work on National Register and State Historical Marker nominations
* Present public programs
* Write and coordinate grants
* Serve as a liaison with other historical organizations and museums
* Assist in the Visitors Center
* Other duties as assigned

This is a full-time permanent position. Excellent benefits include State Health Insurance, State Retirement System, and paid vacation time. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
Qualifications: Masters Degree in Public History, Archival or Museum Studies preferred; B.A. in History or related field, plus relevant training and experience, considered. Excellent organizational, writing, research and public speaking skills are necessary.

To apply, please send CV with cover letter and references to Executive Director, Pendleton District Commission, P.O. Box 565, Pendleton, SC 29670. The application deadline is May 15, 2008.

The Pendleton District Commission is an equal opportunity employer.

_______________________________________

PR/Marketing Director
The following position is open for an energetic individual!

PR/Marketing Director (0174- 0175 Req# 008009)
South Carolina Botanical Garden
Clemson, South Carolina

* Marketing for 295 Acre Public Garden
* Manage Visitor Center
* Manage Membership Program
* Produce Events

Complete Position Description and on-line application can be found at http://findjobs.clemson.edu

Clemson University only accepts on-line applications.

Closing Date: April 24, 2008
Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer

_______________________________________

Director of Philanthropy
Historic Charleston Foundation seeks qualified candidates whose experience demonstrates exceptional prospect relationship-building, successful solicitations, engaged donors, and effective fundraising operations. Reporting to the Executive Director and serving as a key member of the Executive team,   the Director will create fund-raising strategies that increase the organization's support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other sources. The Director will play a key role in identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major donors for annual gifts as well as legacy gifts, working in close collaboration with the Executive Director, other senior staff, and Board members.

Since 1947, the Foundation has played a key role in shaping the character of Charleston. At the heart of the Foundation's mission is its involvement in community-wide preservation decisions and issues, the easement program (protecting almost 400 properties in Charleston and the Lowcountry), technical assistance to homeowners, the nationally recognized revolving fund, the Ashley River Corridor designation project, and both formal and informal public programs. The Charleston International Antiques Show and the annual Festival of Houses and Gardens help to support these preservation initiatives as well as the Foundation's two house museums, the Nathaniel Russell House, c. 1808, and the Aiken-Rhett House, c. 1818.  The Foundation also co-sponsored in 2007, with the City of Charleston, a new Preservation Plan for Charleston which was formally unveiled in January 2008 and is now working its way through the formal approval process.

The ideal candidate must have a broad portfolio of fund-raising and leadership accomplishments, at least 5 years of progressive experience including in major gifts, annual campaigns, donor relations and moves management, and budgeting.  Strong knowledge of principles, ethics and practices of successful fund raising are important.  Background in wealth management, financial planning, and tools for deferred giving will also be considered. 

Ability to lead multiple long-and short-term projects simultaneously, meet all related deadlines, and work well under pressure is essential, as are excellent verbal communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills to effectively work with a variety of people and personalities.

Strong abilities to communicate clearly and persuasively in person and in writing are required.
A bachelor's degree is also required.  Knowledge of the Lowcountry philanthropic community is
preferred.

Please submit cover letter, resumes, salary requirements, and contact information of three references to: kmatthew@historiccharleston.org.

No phone calls please.

_______________________________________

Interpretation Manager
The Culture & Heritage Museums is seeking an enthusiastic and energetic individual with a strong background and passion for interpretation and education to fill the newly created position of Interpretation Manager. The Interpretation Manager must be both a leader and team player as he/she builds a flexible and dynamic interpretive team. Duties include: delivery/teaching and evaluation of engaging interpretive experiences/programs across the CHM system of museums including school and public programs; the scheduling of interpretive staff to meet audience needs, training, etc. Visit their site to review the full job description.

_______________________________________

Interpreter (Part-time and Full-time positions available)
York County's Culture & Heritage Museums offers exciting part-time and full-time opportunities for enthusiastic and skilled interpreters to deliver engaging and enlightening interpretive experiences to diverse audiences across the CHM system of museums (Historic Brattonsville, Museum of York County, McCelvey Center, future Stans Museum of Life & the Environment). Successful candidates will possess an enthusiasm for interpretation and education. They will be committed to teaching and working with the public through a variety of interpretative modalities including costumed living history, science/environmental education, cultural history, etc. Salary to commensurate with experience. The Culture & Heritage Museums is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Questions about the position should be directed to Julie Voges at jvoges@chmuseus.org. Visit their site to review the full job description, and learn more about the future of the CHM! Procedures for applying are on the website.

_______________________________________

Positions at the South Carolina State Museum
For a regular update on positions at the state museum, visit their website.

 
Copyright 2008 South Carolina Federation of Museums. All Rights Reserved. Sitemap Contact