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POSITION: Museum Volunteer Coordinator (part time)

 

The Howard County Historical Society runs the Howard County Museum at the Seiberling Mansion in Kokomo, IN with hours open to the public Tuesday-Sunday 1-4pm. In addition, the historical society offers an annual schedule of events and programs throughout the year, archive and library resources, and rental of the Elliott House for special events.

 

General Description:  The Museum Volunteer Coordinator reports directly to the Executive Director of the Howard County Historical Society.  They will assist the Executive Director in managing volunteers.  The incumbent will familiarize himself/herself with the mission of the HCHS and will be an advocate for the organization in the fulfillment of the various responsibilities and specific duties outlined in the position description, which follows.

General Responsibilities

• Work with volunteers and manage museum host schedules.

• Ensure the timely opening and closing of the museum for the hosts and for public admission.

• Work with HCHS leadership to determine volunteer needs

Specific Duties

• Recruit and train volunteer hosts.

• Schedule volunteer hosts, manage the opening and closing of the museum, and assist in the scheduling of volunteers for special events.
• Coordinate development and implementation of a volunteer relationship and retention program, including volunteer communications.
• Responsible for operating the Volunteer Program within current laws and compliance guidelines and staying up-to-date with changing legislation.
• Track visitor information, emails, admission numbers
• Assist with membership and fund-raising correspondence
• Independently manage computer customer relationship software (PastPerfect module)
• Assist with rentals and general office support
• $12.00 per hour; 19-20 hours per week; weekend work is required.
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Qualifications:

 

Minimum of Associate degree in related field, or related experience of 1-3 years required. Strong computer background is necessary, with experience or training in database management.  Strong interpersonal skills a plus. Must be able to climb stairs.

 

To apply:

 

Submit cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Call the HCHS office at 765-452-4314 with questions.