POSITION AVAILABLE

Maryland Department of Planning

Division of Historical & Cultural Programs

Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum

Special Events and Marketing Coordinator

Full-time State Contractual Position

Salary: $40,694 Annual - $19.51 @ hour - no benefits

Location:  Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (JPPM), Calvert County Maryland.

Special Events and Marketing Coordinator will plan, coordinate, and market JPPM cultural heritage events under supervision of Museum’s Executive Director.  Position will also have some responsibilities for grant preparation and coordination. Must have the ability to work weekends as necessary from April 15 through November 1. Work schedule will be structured around special event schedule and hours will be concentrated during JPPM’s public season (April through November).  Experience in MS Office Suite, Publisher, and Paint Shop Pro preferred.  Experience in design and layout preferred.  Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task are a must. Ability to work outside in various weather conditions and the ability to deal with the public in potentially stressful conditions are also necessary. Background check required.

Professional Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required; plus two years experience in the event planning /tourism /visitor services industry or related field preferred. Five years experience in events planning and grant writing may be substituted for college/university degree.

Closing Date: Send resume with cover letter by November 18, 2010 to:

                                    Miriam Hensley

                                    Chief of Operations Management/Personnel

Maryland Historical Trust

                                    100 Community Place

                                    Crownsville, Maryland 21032-2023

                              AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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