The Riverside County Economic Development Agency has an exciting opening in Cherry Valley, CA for a Museum Assistant. 

Qualified candidates must possess three years of progressively responsible museum and/or library administrative experience. 

This position will assist the Museum Director in supervising and directing the activities of the County Museum and with many other projects.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 
Research and propose various exhibits and special events to the selection committee. Coordinate and schedule the exhibits and special events for the Rave Gallery and grounds of the Museum. Conceptualize, produce and change designs for all temporary and permanent exhibits; Research and confer with Museum Management, Curator, and professional colleagues as necessary for exhibit preparation, including security and conservation practices. Schedule and supervise all aspects of installation and/or uninstallation of temporary and permanent exhibits; Communicate and coordinate with exhibit production companies, rental institutions, shipping companies, artist, community groups, etc. Coordinate with EDA Marketing Division to develop promotional strategies for various program areas. Develop and monitor exhibits, wedding and special events budget; Develop and monitor rental and exhibit installation and/or uninstallation costs for special exhibits budget. Purchase all supplies, tools, and equipment used for exhibits, weddings and special events; Contract with outside vendors as necessary. Conduct direct marketing activities targeted to existing and potential visitors. Process program registrations and reservations. Manage exhibit, wedding, and special events calendars. Develops and maintains exhibit, wedding, and special event program databases. Maintain Museum Image Library; Coordinate film production opportunities with Inland Empire Film Commission. Evaluate program content and outcomes. Provide monthly activity reports to Museum Management. Participate in long-range exhibit, wedding, and special event planning. Recruit, train, and supervise docents. Manage docent schedules; Ensure adequate coverage for exhibits, weddings, and special events. Schedule and facilitate monthly exhibits, weddings, and special event program meetings. Develop and maintain advisory groups for exhibit programming.
 
RECRUITING GUIDELINES:  
Experience: Three years of progressively responsible clerical or secretarial experience, one year of which would provide familiarity with the operation of a museum. 

Knowledge of: Modern office practices and procedures including computers; Museum administration and museum maintenance work; financial and other record-keeping procedures. 

Ability to: Prepare reports and maintain records; Maintain effective working relationships with employees and others.
 
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:  
Interested candidates please submit your resume with Museum Assistant in the subject line to [log in to unmask] before September 3, 2012 at 11:59 p.m. 

Your detailed resume should clearly describe your experience, education, and training that is relevant to this position. Resumes must be submitted as a MS WORD document. 

Please contact Deborah Newell at 951/955-9428 in you have any questions regarding this position. 

An applicant selected for employment is subject to a criminal background check prior to starting work with the County and will be fingerprinted for this purpose. A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County Employment. 

***Our Retirement Formula has changed. All new employees hired on or after August 23, 2012 will pay retirement contributions into Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS) equal to 7% of salary. Retirement formula is 2% @ 60. Retirement amount is based on the highest 36 month period earning level to determine the retirement benefit amount. *** 

For additional information regarding the County of Riverside and additional employment opportunities visit our website at : www.rc-hr.com. 

~CB~
 
  
Read this posting for special application instructions. Unless otherwise stated, use our resume builder to submit your resume, or select "Apply" on this page. For specific questions regarding this position, contact Deborah Newell at 951-955-9428.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, including fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment).

Required Probationary Period - As an Approved Local Merit System, the County of Riverside requires all new regular or seasonal employees to serve an initial probationary period, the duration of which is indicated in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability.

Women, ethnic and racial minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other non-job-related factor.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS - Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the ADA Amendments Act, and the Fair Employment & Housing Act, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the Disability Access Office at (951) 955-5663.

Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling (951) 955-8688. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible.
 

 
    
 

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