The City of New London/New London Public Museum is currently accepting applications for a Temporary Collections Assistant for the Museum. This temporary position is for 480 hours total at $10.50 per hour with no benefits.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Verify and Catalog Collection
o Match fossil specimens with information in the museum records
o Using identification guides/keys verify fossil specimens and enter information into the museum’s computer cataloging system, PastPerfect, apply number to the specimen
o Digitally photograph specimen and attach image to the catalog record
- Organize and Re-house specimens
o Organize and store specimens and update location records in PastPerfect
- Give a presentation to the Friends of the New London Public Museum and complete a written report at the end of the project.
- Miscellaneous duties as directed by Museum Director
Requirements:
- Must be currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, a college program with an emphasis on Paleontology or related field
- Knowledge and interest in fossils
- Experience using identification guides/keys to identify specimens
- Ability to read and understand descriptions
- Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
- Ability to utilize personal computer
- Ability to work well with other staff members, volunteers and the general public
- Ability to be a self-starter and to work with little supervision
- Good organizational skills
A complete job description and ONLINE application can be found on the City of New London’s website at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/newlondonwi/default.cfm
Please include a cover letter with reasons why you want to work at the New London Public Museum and what qualifications make you a good candidate.
Cover Letters and Applications for this position will be accepted ONLINE ONLY.
Closing date for accepting online applications is 02/28/2019. Start date is negotiable.
The City of New London, WI, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing diversity at all levels of its workforce.