Museum Operations Manager, Betsy Ross House, Historic Philadelphia, Inc.
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Museum Operations Manager, Betsy Ross House, Historic Philadelphia, Inc., Philadelphia
The Betsy Ross House seeks a motivated and well-rounded museum professional to fill the position of Museum Operations Manager. This position works collaboratively under the Director’s leadership to fulfill the mission and strategic goals of the Betsy Ross House through exhibitions, programming, acquisitions, and engagement with staff, partners, museum patrons and the community. The Museum Operations Manager provides general support and assistance to the Director to maintain continuity of museum operations and to ensure it functions efficiently and effectively. This position will supervise the collections department staff and interns and will work closely with staff of the Betsy Ross House and parent organization, Historic Philadelphia, Inc.
Responsibilities include:
- Oversee Collections Department activities including acquisition, registration, documentation, preservation, security, storage, incoming and outgoing loans, and exhibition of the three-dimension objects and archival collections in accordance with established standards and policies.
- Work with the Director, guest curators, consultants, Facilities Manager, and Collections Department staff and interns to research, develop and install exhibits. Manage and update permanent exhibitions as necessary.
- Develop virtual exhibitions to feature on Historic Philadelphia, Inc.’s website.
- Research and write text for interpretive panels, exhibit labels, web site narratives, and literature distributed by the BRH, ensuring that information is accurate and up to date.
- Represent the BRH in accepting title to and responsibility for museum objects.
- Conduct two major cleanings per year of the historic house, storage spaces and the objects housed in each location, employing methods that meet current museum standards. Maintain cleanliness of these areas throughout the year.
- Perform an annual inventory of the object collection.
- Monitor the temperature, relative humidity, ultraviolet and visible light levels in rooms in which objects are housed. Strive to maintain environmental levels to provide the safest possible conditions for the long-term preservation of the historic structure and objects.
- Maintain collections related insurance records and file claims as necessary.
- Supervise Collections Assistant and interns.
- Work with the Director to develop and implement programs for the historic house, including Black History Month, Women’s History Month, Flag Day celebrations, events held in conjunction with our parent organization, Historic Philadelphia, Inc., and the surrounding Old City neighborhood.
- Research and develop dynamic and relevant programming such as lectures, symposiums, workshops, etc.
- Evaluate programs for continuous improvement, quality, attendance, content, cost effectiveness, etc.
- Assist Director with various public, special events, and community and regional engagement opportunities.
- Organize public events, including staffing and assisting with event setup and breakdown.
- Cultivate relationships with Old City businesses, organizations, historic sites, and residents. Create partnerships that support meaningful collaboration.
- Join the leadership team in making connections with community organizers and groups that champion diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion.
- Assist in management and training of first-person interpreters and front-line staff.
- Work with the Director to provide professional leadership of a 250+ year old historic site dedicated to telling women’s history.
- Assist the Director and Vice President of Development in grant writing to fund Betsy Ross House initiatives.
- Occasionally provide guided tours of the site for special guests.
- Assist with the creation of social media, public relations, and marketing content for the House.
- Collect, assess, and report information to evaluate programs, exhibitions, and overall visitor experience.
- Actively strive to improve the Betsy Ross House experience for guests, with special emphasis on creating inclusive programming and exhibits; ensuring that all guests and staff feel represented, welcomed, and comfortable.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Must possess leadership skills and professionalism.
- Excellent public speaking skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
- Strong research and writing skills.
- Excellent writing, speaking, interpersonal, customer service and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage multiple assignments.
- Ability to navigate several flights of narrow, winding stairs and to lift up to 30 pounds.
A Bachelor’s degree in history, museum studies, museum education, or related field and previous experience working for a museum or historic site is required. Experience with Past Perfect and Altru database systems a plus.
This is a full-time, benefits-eligible professional position. Some evening, weekend and special event work is required. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Salary: $45,000 plus benefits and PTO
Deadline to apply: 4/23/23
To be considered for this position, please send cover letter, resume and three professional references to: lisa@betsyrosshouse.org
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