The McGregor Historical Society is seeking a Museum Coordinator to manage daily operations at the McGregor Historical Museum in McGregor, Iowa. This seasonal, part-time contracted role involves engaging with visitors, organizing volunteers, assisting with marketing, social media, and fundraising, and supporting museum events and outreach.

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To apply: Download, fill out, and send the application along with your resume and cover letter to mcgregorhistoricalsociety@gmail.com.

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Job Title: Museum Coordinator
Location: McGregor Historical Society, McGregor, Iowa

 

Job Overview
The Museum Coordinator plays a key role in managing the day-to-day operations of the McGregor Historical Society (MHS) Museum. The Coordinator works closely with the MHS Board to preserve, promote, and educate the public about McGregor’s rich history. The position involves overseeing museum activities, engaging with visitors, coordinating volunteers, and supporting the growth of the museum's collections and programs. The Coordinator will also contribute to marketing, event planning, fundraising campaigns and strategic development for the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Museum Operations: Oversee the museum’s daily operations during the season, including welcoming visitors, providing knowledgeable insights into the exhibits and artifacts, ensuring security, coordinating volunteers, and performing light cleaning duties.

• Visitor Engagement: Actively engage with visitors by initiating conversations, offering historical context on McGregor’s heritage, and creating an inviting atmosphere that enhances the visitor experience.

• Promotion and Marketing: Assist with marketing and outreach efforts, including managing social media platforms (website, Facebook, etc.), supporting membership drives, fundraising campaigns, and producing the museum’s newsletter.

• Event Coordination: Collaborate with the MHS Board to develop, organize, and execute events that enhance community involvement and increase awareness of the museum’s offerings.

• Board Collaboration: Attend board meetings and provide updates on museum activities and initiatives. Support the board in policy development, budget planning, strategic initiatives, and program implementation.

• Community Outreach: Build partnerships with local organizations, schools, and community members to expand the museum's audience and promote educational programs. Occasional travel to off-site locations may be required (expenses reimbursed).

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and communicate effectively and courteously with the public, both orally and in writing.

• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, museum operations, and volunteer coordination.

• Proficiency in marketing, social media management, and general technology skills.

• A passion for history, with an understanding of, or willingness to learn, the local history of McGregor.

• Physical mobility to perform tasks such as walking, standing, lifting up to 10 pounds regularly, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.

 

Education

• Education beyond high school is preferred but not required.

• Experience in museum operations, event planning, or marketing is a plus, but not required.

Hours and Compensation

• Part-time: 20 hours per week

• Pay: $20.00 per hour

• Seasonal: April to November (7 months per year)

McGregor Historical Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.