Position Announcement
MVHS Curatorial Assistant
The Mahoning Valley Historical Society (MVHS) seeks a Curatorial Assistant to work within its archival collections. The Curatorial Assistant will:
o Assist with the organization, preservation, storage, and maintenance of records and research on the MVHS archival collections in accordance with the MVHS collections policy and currently accepted archival standards;
o Assist with maintenance of best possible environmental conditions for archival collections storage;
o Support efforts of visitors and staff in research into archival collection;
o Assist with appropriate duplication of archival materials.
Qualifications: Bachelors degree in museum studies, public history, history, or related field. Senior-level students in relevant fields will also be considered. Must be familiar with or willing to learn current standards in museum collections management and cataloging methods. Must be familiar with digital scanning and photography, database entry, and the
Microsoft Office suite of programs. Must possess excellent organizational and communication skills, and be willing to work in a cooperative, team-based environment.
Date Available: As soon as position is filled.
To Apply: Submit letter of interest and resume (including at least three references) no later than Friday, March 13, 2015 to:
Jessica D. Trickett
Manager of Collections and Curatorial Services
Mahoning Valley Historical Society
648 Wick Avenue
Youngstown, OH 44502
curator(at)mahoninghistory.org
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