Please excuse cross postings. Application information is listed at the end of this
announcement.
The Morton Arboretum, Lisle, Illinois, <www.mortonarb.org> is pleased to
announce the following available full-time position.
POSITION AVAILABLE: Exhibit Developer
DEPARTMENT: Interpretation and Exhibits
SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
GENERAL SUMMARY: Responsible for research, development, and writing for
interpretive exhibits, and visitor activities; conducting visitor research and
evaluation related to interpretive development; and participating in
interdisciplinary staff teams as required.
Principal responsibilities include: Exhibit concept development for Visitor Station
exhibits, garden, collection, and trailside panel exhibits, and temporary indoor
case and panel exhibits; working with contract developers, designers, landscape
architects, and fabricators; developing exhibit storylines, organizing exhibit
themes, and coordinating with designers; writing and editing exhibit labels, visitor
handouts, and other interpretive materials; leading visitor panels (teams) and
focus groups, and conducting outcome-based evaluation of exhibit projects.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous Training and Experience
· Bachelor's degree (M.A. preferred) in biology, botany, environmental
education, anthropology (ethnobotany), museum education, or related field.
· Ability to research subject matter, understand basic literature in the
field, and have substantive conversations with subject matter specialists.
· 3-5 years experience in exhibit development, specifically developing at
least one large exhibition from start to finish.
· Experience developing visitor-focused exhibitions.
· Familiarity with literature related to science learning, visitor evaluation,
and museum exhibition.
· Excellent writing, editing, and grammar skills.
· Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in team environment
Physical/Mental Requirements
· Ability to manage complex tasks
· Ability to relate effectively with people of various cultural backgrounds,
levels of education, and experience
· Ability to move (includes walking) between all areas of the Arboretum,
many of which are widely spaced and on uneven terrain.
· Ability to lift 25 lbs
WORKING CONDITIONS
· Indoor/outdoor environment
· Prolonged periods of sitting and /or standing
EQUIPMENT
Computer and related equipment (printer, scanner, etc.), camera (digital and
film), basic office machines.
Send letter of application, resume, writing sample, and 3 references to:
The Morton Arboretum,
Attn: Human Resources
4100 Illinois Route 53
Lisle IL 60532-1293
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The Morton Arboretum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants
will receive equal consideration for employment.
Diane Gutenkauf
Manager, Interpretation & Exhibits
The Morton Arboretum
4100 Illinois Route 53
Lisle IL 60532
630.719.2461 (v)
630.719.2433 (f)
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