Job Description

MUSEUM PROGRAM ASSISTANT II

Date: Oct 24, 2024

Req ID: 44431

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

Category: DAH - CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION

Anticipated Starting Salary: $12.5163 hourly

Extra Help Museum Program Assistant II

Req: 44431

Position #: 22092723

Salary: $12.5163 hourly

Grade: GS03

Location: Old State House Museum

Closing date: Open until filled

Job Duties: This is a part time position. Conducts guided tours through the museum and outside on the grounds, interprets the significance of local, state, regional and national history in relation to the building, the museum artifact collection, and the museums exhibits. Assists Education staff with conducting on-site museum programs and the occasional outreach program. Undergoes periodic training to ensure that visitors receive the most accurate info about the museum and its exhibits. Greets and registers museum visitors and answers the telephone when needed. Attends and participates in special events or educational programming during regular museum hours and after-hour events that require staff support, such as 2nd Friday Art Night, the Big Boo!seum Bash, Holiday Open House, and other museum programs. Assists in over-all agency projects that require general staff support.

Applicants must meet or exceed the following qualifications: The formal education equivalent of high school diploma; plus two years of experience in cultural arts, education, anthropology or related field.

Preferred qualifications: Equivalent of a bachelors degree in museum studies or related with a working knowledge of the 19th-20th century Arkansas history is helpful.

EOE/AA/ADA Women and minorities encouraged to apply.

Applications accepted online only:

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Thank you for your interest in employment with the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism.

The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism has three major divisions: Arkansas State Parks, Arkansas Heritage and Arkansas Tourism. Arkansas State Parks manages 52 state parks and promotes Arkansas as a tourist destination for people around the country. Arkansas Heritage preserves and promotes Arkansass natural and cultural history and heritage through four historic museums and four cultural preservation agencies. Arkansas Tourism improves the states economy by generating travel and enhancing the image of the state.

Position Information

Class Code: P056C

Grade: GS03

FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

Salary Range: $32,405.00 - $51,686.00

Summary

The Museum Program Assistant II is responsible for assisting in museum program development, operation, and coordination activities. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Prepares written information concerning scheduled museum events and disseminates material and brochures to inform teachers of museum educational programs for students. Assists in the production of program publications, including press releases and other publicity materials, by contacting individuals to write or assist with writing of articles, and assists in the development of program aids and props. Assists with the coordination and promotion of special events of the agency and maintains contact between visitors and agency personnel for upcoming events/visits. Coordinates activities of volunteers by planning, assigning, and reviewing work, contacts and corresponds with volunteers to provide information concerning agency programs and needs, and secures their assistance for special events and fund-raising activities. Recruits new members and donors by contacting individuals through email and phone calls, provides program membership information, and maintains contact with current members. Researches agency collections and historical events for curatorial and exhibit staff and maintains research files, slides, and research and resource libraries. Schedules and conducts guided tours of historic buildings/sites and organizes and oversees activities during special events. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of museum program activities. Knowledge of research and data collection techniques. Ability to organize and interpret historic data. Ability to prepare and provide written and oral information. Ability to secure funding for museum programs and services.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in history, education, anthropology, or a related area. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market:Little Rock

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