*Part-Time Permanent Position Available*



*Director, Chevy Chase Historical Society Archive and Research Center*



*Local History/Archives/Collections/Library & Information Studies*



The Chevy Chase Historical Society (CCHS), a nonprofit membership
organization, has been collecting material relevant to the area for 35
years. The CCHS archives represent a unique resource for scholars,
students, and residents of Chevy Chase, Maryland, one of the earliest
planned streetcar suburbs in the United States. The archives contain
approximately 15,000 photographs; 400 maps; more than 100 oral histories; a
variety of documents types including memoirs, municipal records, personal
papers, letters, and yearbooks; a noncirculating reference library; and a
vertical file of pamphlets, clippings, and other materials.



CCHS is searching for a Director of its Archive and Research Center. The
Director is paid on an hourly basis for approximately 30 hours per week.
The starting contract rate is $25 per hour. The Archive and Research Center
is open to the public on Tuesdays, from 10:00 am to noon and 1:00 to 3:00
pm. The Director must be at the Center during those hours to greet and
assist visitors and researchers. Occasional evening and weekend hours will
be required. The schedule for the remaining hours is flexible and open to
negotiation.



The Director reports to the CCHS President, the Archives Committee, and the
Board of Directors.



*Primary responsibilities include:*
1.      Planning, directing and coordinating the daily operations of the
Archive and Research Center, including responsibility for maintaining the
CCHS archives by accessioning, arranging, digitizing, describing, and
re-housing current and new manuscript collections, photographs, maps, and
other material, as well as implementing basic preservation methods, and/or
supervising staff and volunteers working on these same tasks.
2.      Managing the human resources of the center by recruiting an
Assistant Director and/or graduate interns and volunteers, and supervising
and training staff and volunteers in an effective and collegial manner.
3.      Providing reference/research assistance for patrons, volunteers and
interns.
4.      Conceiving and overseeing the creation of new online exhibits drawn
from the archive.
5.      Overseeing research and writing of a house history for the annual
CCHS Gala, and the design and production of the physical exhibit created
for the event.
6.      Managing regular updates of the CCHS web page and social media.
7.      Managing the Archive and Research Center in compliance with the
annual budget.
8.      Preparing and presenting a written report on activities at the
center at CCHS board meetings, which are typically held 10 times a year,
usually in the evening.
9.      In addition to the responsibilities listed above, collaborating
with CCHS Board Committees as needed in an *ex officio *capacity.
10.  Maintain the facility by monitoring environmental conditions and
coordinate with outside vendors, contractors, maintenance crews, and etc.



*We also expect you to: *
1.      Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, and establish and
maintain effective working relationships with CCHS board members, staff,
volunteers, and members of the public.
2.      Serve as the public face of the CCHS Archive and Research Center,
demonstrating enthusiasm for local history, and a commitment to preserve
and share the history of Chevy Chase with CCHS members, local residents,
and all interested members of the public.
3.      Be familiar with, or quickly able to learn, information technology
used in small historical societies and museums, such as PastPerfect, as
well as website content management systems, such as Drupal.
4.      Have relevant historical research experience for assisting patrons
as well as staff, board members, and volunteers.
5.      Have a demonstrated knowledge of US History in general, and be
familiar with, or quickly able to learn, the history of Chevy Chase,
Maryland and the greater metropolitan area of Washington, D.C.
6.      Understand the dynamics of working with board members and other
volunteers.
7.      Be a self-starter, independent worker, and creative problem-solver.
8.      Have excellent oral and written communication skills and
administrative skills.



*Qualifications:*

*Required:*

1.      A Master’s Degree or advanced coursework in History, Archival
Studies, Library Science, or Museum Studies.

2.      At least three years of direct experience in the field of archival
management.

3.      Demonstrated strength in written, verbal, analytical and
interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively and
to prioritize work to ensure timely completion of projects. Aptitude for
complex, analytical work with attention to detail, demonstrated
problem-solving skills, flexibility, and creativity.

4.      Strong computer skills, with experience using MS Word, Publisher,
Excel, and other Office programs.

5.      Knowledge of professional standards and best practices concerning
archives, historical societies, and museums.

*Preferred:*

6.      Experience using archival managements systems, such as PastPerfect.
Experience with graphic design software and content management systems such
as Photoshop and Drupal.

7.      Experience providing reference/research assistance for patrons,
volunteers, and interns.

8.      Experience supervising and training staff, interns, and volunteers.

9.      Participation/involvement in relevant professional organizations.



*Deadline for application: April 6, 2018. *

*Review of candidates will begin on March 23, 2018.  Prompt applications
are encouraged.*



Please email (preferred) or mail a letter of application addressing your
qualifications, a resume, and contact information for three professional
references to:



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                        Or via mail to: Chevy Chase Historical Society

                                                8401 Connecticut Avenue,
Suite 1010

                                                Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815



If you have questions, please email CCHS at the address above or call
301-656-6141.

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