Community & Youth Educator at the Kelsey Museum of Archaeology, University of Michigan – Museum Studies

Description

Job Description

Community and Youth Educator

Kelsey Museum of Archaeology

University of Michigan

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Salary From: $42,000 – $51,500

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

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Job Summary

The Kelsey Museum of Archaeology at the University of Michigan seeks a full-time Community and Youth Educator to support the Museum’s varied educational activities. The Kelsey Museum is located on the central campus of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and houses a collection of more than 100,000 ancient and medieval objects from the civilizations of the Mediterranean and the Middle Eastern regions. In addition to its permanent display and a variety of special exhibitions, the museum sponsors research, archaeological fieldwork, and a wide range of visitor programs. It serves as the home of a graduate program, the Interdepartmental Program in Classical Art and Archaeology, and is closely affiliated with the university’s Museum Studies Program. The University of Michigan is a dynamic research and teaching institution and offers an excellent benefits package.

This is a full-time position. Flexibility with schedule is required to accommodate evening and weekend events and programs.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future. The University of Michigan is committed to foster learning, creativity and productivity, and to support the vigorous exchange of ideas and information, not only in the classroom but in the workplace by:

Creating a work environment in which people treat each other with respect and dignity, regardless of roles, responsibilities or differences.

Providing support, direction and resources enabling us to accomplish the responsibilities of our jobs and to reach the goals that are set for professional and personal growth.

Responsibilities*

The primary duties of the Community and Youth Educator include:

Museum Education – Plan and conduct educational tours and experiences at the museum (family days, hands-on experiences, and gallery programs).

External Education Activities – Plan and facilitate educational activities at schools and community venues (art fairs, libraries, K-12 schools).

Educational Resources – Develop gallery resources and hands-on experiences. Resources include interactive installations in the galleries, curriculum resources for educators including lesson plans and website materials. Develop and coordinate interpretive media strategies.

Docent and Volunteer Coordination – Manage scheduling for tours, hands-on experiences, and museum programs. Oversight of the docent and volunteer training program and initiatives.

University and Community Relations – Participate in peer committees within the university and maintain membership in applicable educational committees in the broader Ann Arbor community.

Administration – Manage documentation of museum visitation (statistics, program evaluation), and distribute announcements and other resources in relation to public programs. Collaborate with editor and social media coordinator to support program content on the museum website and social media platforms.

Evaluation – support department and unit program evaluation and assessment initiatives related to education programs and audience engagement.

Support unit strategic planning and IDEA (Inclusive, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility) initiatives.

Required Qualifications*

A BA in a field related to museum studies and/or education.

Two to three years of museum experience and/or community program management.

Volunteer program management, public speaking and public relations experience skills.

Desired Qualifications*

MA in museum studies and/or education.

Knowledge in ancient Mediterranean art and/or archaeology.

Experience in using interactive technologies, volunteer management systems, and project management platforms.

Additional Information

The target salary range for this position is $42,000–$51,500. The actual salary offered may be higher based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitments to serve the diverse people of Michigan, fulfill the College’s Guiding Principles, and sustain the excellence of LSA.

To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion visit http://lsa.umich.edu/lsa/about/diversity–equity-and-inclusion.html

To learn more about LSA’s Guiding Principles visit http://lsa.umich.edu/lsa/faculty-staff/human-resources/lsa-staff-guiding-principles.html

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