Museum Assistant

The State of Connecticut, Department of Economic and Community Development invites applications for the position of Museum Assistant located at the Eric Sloane Museum in Kent, CT. This position is best suited for someone who is self-motivated, can work in a rural environment, has an interest in American History and Art History, and who can work independently while building collaborations with the surrounding community, the Friends of Eric Sloane, the Town of Kent, schools, artists, etc. This position is 40 hours/week. The work schedule will include duty at special events and may require changing work stations, and starting and ending times. The position reports to the Director of Arts, Preservation and Museums for the Department of Economic and Community Development.

The Eric Sloane Museum tells the life story of Eric Sloane - artist, author, collector -  to the public through his art, artist studio, installation of early American tools, and the Noah Blake Cabin. The museum is reopening in June after a major renovation project. This presents a unique opportunity to reimagine, design and implement new ways to present Sloane's story to visitors. The museum is open seasonally May through October, Thursday to Sunday. Weekend and holiday hours are expected during the open season.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position. All applicants must include a resume within the "Resume Tab" of their application.

Note:  At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include:  a cover letter, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. 

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Mitch Samal at mitchell.j.samal@ct.gov.

This class is accountable for assisting museum curatorial staff in the implementation of ongoing museum programs and activities.

Assists in the administration of museum programs and activities such as security, preservation, conservation, and maintenance; catalogs and maintains specimens, artifacts, reproductions, implements, art objects and other materials contained in museum collections; maintains records on number of visitors, fees collected, ticket inventory and items sold; makes deposits; prepares monthly reports; prioritizes and ensures completion of maintenance work on building(s) and grounds; obtains service bids for repairs; greets and guides visitors through museum; provides information on various collections; constructs exhibits and displays of materials; composes correspondence; types; may perform research on collection articles; performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of methods of museum operation and services; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to classify and arrange materials and create exhibits; ability to speak to groups; ability to operate personal computer, computer terminal or other electronic equipment; ability to maintain accurate records.

Three (3) years' experience in museum work.

College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years.

• A bachelor's degree
• Experience managing a museum collection
• Experience running a Point of Sales system

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.