[Nhcoll-l] Paid temporary position

[Cross, Christine]

Temporary Collections Assistant

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.


Christine Cross
Director
New London Public Museum
406 S. Pearl St.
New London, WI 54961
920.982.8520
http://www.newlondonwi.org/museum
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