The Tech Museum of Innovation
Full-Time Position Available
EXHIBIT DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT
The mission of The Tech Museum of Innovation is to serve as an educational
resource that engages people of all ages and backgrounds in exploring and
experiencing technologies affecting their lives, and to inspire young
people to become innovators in developing technologies of the future.
The Exhibit Development Assistant works closely with the Exhibit Developer
in supporting and participating in the research and development of exhibit
content for the Innovation theme area. This is a full-time, regular
position with standard employee benefits.
Responsibilities:
* Providing administrative and clerical assistance for the Exhibit Developer.
* Performing library, Internet, and phone research related to development
of exhibits.
* Supporting the development and evaluation of exhibit prototypes.
* Assembling information in support of cost estimates and materials lists.
* Scheduling and coordinating meetings with advisors and consultants.
* Taking notes and minutes of meetings.
* Other administrative and exhibit development duties as assigned.
* Work as Museum Manager or Assistant Museum Manager on assigned weekend
days and holiday.
Requirements:
* Resourcefulness and ability to work with a minimum of supervision
* Basic business skills (filing, faxing, typing, etc.)
* Enthusiasm for museum-based informal public education in the areas of
technology, science, and engineering
* College degree or enrolled in degree program in science, engineering,
education, or related fields
* Computer skills (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, database) required
* Fluency in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin or Tagalog would be a plus
Salary (starting from): $10.00/hr.
Application Procedure:
The Tech offers excellent benefits including paid health, dental, vision
and life insurance. Please send cover letter and resume with salary
history to The Tech Museum of Innovation, 145 W. San Carlos Street, San
Jose, CA 95113, Attn: Human Resources. Or, e-mail ASCII text file resume
to [log in to unmask] (do not send attachments.) FAX: (408) 279-7149. No
phone calls please. The Tech Museum of Innovation is an Equal Opportunity
Employer with a strong commitment to diversity. (12/10/97)
Xuan T. Nguyen
Manager of Human Resources/MIS
The Tech Museum of Innovation
145 W. San Carlos Street
San Jose, CA 95113
www.thetech.org
Susan Wageman
Grants and Research Manager [log in to unmask]
The Tech Museum of Innovation (408) 279-7178
145 West San Carlos Street fax (408) 279-7149
San Jose, CA 95113 USA http://www.thetech.org
Susan Wageman
Grants and Research Manager [log in to unmask]
The Tech Museum of Innovation (408) 279-7178
145 West San Carlos Street fax (408) 279-7149
San Jose, CA 95113 USA http://www.thetech.org
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