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