Illinois State Museum
Position Vacancy Announcement
Education Coordinator
The Illinois State Museum, Springfield, seeks a full-time
Education Coordinator for Public Programs. The primary responsibility
of this individual is to coordinate all aspects of the Museum's public
programming efforts. Public programs include lectures, field trips,
youth and adult workshops, film series, and special events. Duties
include scheduling and planning public programs; developing new
programs; registration; public program promotion and evaluation; and
coordinating volunteers for various Section initiatives.The Coordinator
is also expected to teach public programs and school programs as
necessary. The Coordinator is also responsible for preparing written
materials for Museum publications, brochures and flyers. The
Coordinator may represent the Education Section and/or Museum at
meetings when the Chair is unavailable. Occasional evening and weekend
work are required.
Requirements include a B.A. or equivalent in education, art,
anthropology,or natural science; M.A. preferred. One to three years of
work experience as an educator in a museum, nature center or similar
informal educational setting or school required. Experience in museum
public programming and working with volunteers preferred. Must have
strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to write
effective program copy and press releases. Strong organizational skills
and the ability to meet multiple, simultaneous deadlines. Salary
commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits.
To apply send cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3
professional references by March 19, 1999 to: Beth Shea, Search
Committee Chair, Illinois State Museum, Spring and Edwards Streets,
Springfield, IL 62706-5000. EOE/AAE.
E-mail applications will not be accepted, however, e-mail inquiries are
invited. Please direct questions to Beth Shea at
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Beth Shea
Education Chair
Illinois State Museum
Spring and Edwards Streets
Springfield, IL 62706-5000
(217) 782-5507
(217) 782-1254 FAX
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