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The Simsbury Historical Society (SHS) is seeking a self-driven and highly capable part-time Executive Director
to help develop and lead our organization’s events leading to American’s 250 th Anniversary in 2026. The
successful candidate must also possess strong communication, leadership, planning and organizational skills.
The Executive Director will work with the SHS President and Board of the Directors to implement strategies
that support and enhance all related operations, and to help lead our team of 2 part-time staff and many
dedicated volunteers. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a strong, existing 112-
year old organization that includes 16 historic and modern buildings and structures located on 2 acres in the
heart of an historic and charming New England town. If successful, the position may continue after 2026.
Executive Director Job Responsibilities will include:
Plan, organize and direct SHS’s operations, events and programs, especially as they relate to the
semiquincentennial.
Work with the Board to establish business goals
Oversee daily operations leading up to the semiquincentennial
Promote awareness of all upcoming events
Publicize the anniversary and fundraising by attending meetings of local community groups (e.g. Board
of Selectmen, Chamber of Commerce, Rotary) and taping shows for local community access television
Maintain and enhance relations with the Simsbury community, internal stakeholders and staff
Identify and lead fundraising and grant writing activities related to the national 250 th anniversary
campaign
Plan and lead SHS volunteer activities
Direct operational budgets and maintain sound financial practices
Develop a program budget for the anniversary celebration
Be available on-site at least 12 hours per week (Thursday-Sunday)
Guide management of SHS’s substantial assets and properties
Oversee and report on progress and results to the Board each month
The Successful Candidate will have these Skills and Qualifications:
5 or more years experience in development, nonprofit management and/or organizing volunteers,
preferably in a museum or heritage setting
5 or more years of experience leading, encouraging and organizing volunteers
Experience cultivating mutually beneficial relationships with community leaders and key stakeholders
Proven fundraising and/or grant writing experience
Budget management experience
Proven ability to self-start
Collaborative team player
A relevant bachelor’s degree
Strong interest in history
Work Hours, Salary and Benefits:
This will be a flexible, part-time position at 20 hours a week
The salary will be in the $30,000 to $45,000 range
Benefits will include one week of paid vacation, five paid sick leave days, and 12 paid state holidays
Interested candidates can send a cover letter, resume, and list of references via electronic mail to
applysimburyhistoricalsociety@gmail.com. The Simsbury Historical Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Connecticut Museum of Culture and History
Major Gifts Officer
Position Description: The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of 100-150 donors with the potential to make four-through-six figure gifts to support the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History (formerly the Connecticut Historical Society) as the organization anticipates a potential capital campaign.
About Connecticut Museum of Culture and History and its opportunities:
The Connecticut Museum is at an exciting moment in its history. As the organization prepares for its 200th Anniversary in 2025, the Connecticut Museum is committed to a five-year strategic plan to enhance its impact by elevating work with diverse communities across the state to develop engaging programs, events, and exhibitions. The Connecticut Museum is in discussions with the State of Connecticut regarding a potential public-private capital project which is currently in its early stages of conception. In support of this capital project, the Connecticut Museum anticipates launching a comprehensive fundraising campaign in 2024. In preparation for this anticipated campaign, the Connecticut Museum has completed a campaign readiness assessment, an extensive development assessment, and wealth screen of its prospects. The Connecticut Museum completed an institutional rebrand which launched to the public in June 2023.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with the Chief Advancement Officer to design a major gift strategy aimed at increasing the overall dollars raised, and deepening our relationships with the Connecticut Museum’s most committed supporters
Develop and grow the Connecticut Museum’s donor base and pipeline of individuals capable of making four-through-six figure gifts
Collaborate with the Connecticut Museum colleagues and leaders to achieve organization fundraising goals
Build and manage a fundraising portfolio of 100-150 active prospects, including:
Identify, research, and qualify leads and donors in close consultation with the Manager of Development Services
Create individual goals that match organizational needs to the passions, interests, and capacity of each individual prospect; set and achieve annual portfolio goals
Create a meaningful cultivation and solicitation plan for each prospect; execute and modify as circumstances change
Work with the Connecticut Museum program staff to secure project information to create exciting investment opportunities for prospects (front-end) and report gift impact to donors (back-end)
Partner with the team to design and implement comprehensive, creative, and high-quality stewardship strategies that exceed donor expectations
Ensure the integrity of the database by maintaining up-to-date and accurate donor information and contact reports
Solicit four-figure annual fund gifts
Identify, Cultivate and Solicit corporate support for exhibitions and programs
Manage donor cultivation events including exhibition openings and small development gatherings
Independently exercise ethical and sound judgement, and maintain the highest standards of donor privacy and confidence
Skills, Experience and Education Required:
Demonstrated success in major gift fundraising with a minimum of 5-7 years of relevant professional experience, preferably with capital campaign fundraising experience
A deep understanding of the Connecticut philanthropic market and key leaders in the Arts and Culture sector
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to build relationships and inspire action from donors
Comfort with public speaking
For additional information
Please visit: https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/job-internships/
Compensation
$80,000 - $95,000 per year.
Benefits
Eligible for generous full time employee benefits including paid vacation and sick time, participation in employer-contributing 403b plan, and health, life and disability insurance.
Schedule
Full time, Monday through Friday, mainly on-site in Hartford, CT with occasional remote work opportunities.
Other
Review of applications will commence immediately and continue until position is filled. Final candidate subject to background and reference check.
How to apply
Please email cover letter and resume to Susan Presutti, Director of Human Resources, spresutti@connecticutmuseum.org, by March 18, 2024.
The Connecticut Museum is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer.
Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center
Inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and an appreciation for local history by
joining the Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center (KTM&HC) team as a Museum Interpreter!
KTM&HC is a busy museum offering dialogue-based, interactive tours to the public four days a week, in addition to frequent specialized tours for school and adult groups. The Museum Interpreter is a key part of our team, creating engaging, accessible, and memorable experiences for visitors by delivering tours of our historic tavern museum for visitors of all ages and staffing the Visitor Center front desk. This is a part-time staff position for 32 hours per week, with required weekend hours. The starting hourly pay is Connecticut minimum wage, with opportunities for growth.
We’re looking to hire someone who loves learning and working with the public to help us make meaningful connections with our audiences. Robust training is provided and prior experience in museums and/or education, though a plus, is not required. To learn more about this position, head to our website at www.keelertavernmuseum.org/about/employment. To apply, email a cover letter and résumé to Executive Director Hildegard Grob at hgrob@keelertavernmuseum.org. We hope to hear from you!
About Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center
Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center (KTM&HC), located on Main Street in Ridgefield, CT, tells the town’s—and nation’s—history through the stories of its past residents. The four-acre historic site features museum and outdoor walking tours, rotating exhibits, and access to the scenic grounds and gardens. Additional information, including updates about on-site and virtual programming and events, as well as rental availability of the Garden House, can be found at keelertavernmuseum.org, @KeelerTavernMuseum on Facebook and Instagram, or by emailing info@keelertavernmuseum.org. For inquiries about school programs and digital learning experiences, please email education@keelertavernmuseum.org. For group tours, email groups@keelertavernmuseum.org.
Position Overview: The Visitor Services and Office Manager is responsible for staffing the Society’s front desk and reception area, and ensuring a positive experience for visitors. The Visitors Services and Office Manager will maintain the functionality of public spaces within the museum complex and assist in the administrative tasks that support public engagement.
Terms of Employment: Part Time Non-Exempt, 11:30 am to 4 pm Thursday and Friday,
10 am to 4pm Saturday. Special Holiday hours on Sunday from late November through mid-January. Occasional evening hours for special events. Reports to Wilton Historical Society Director.
Pay - $18/hr.
Key Responsibilities:
Visitor Services
Staff front desk and main lobby area during museum’s operating hours.
Greet and orientate visitors as they arrive by informing them of available current exhibitions or programs.
Answer phone calls and email inquiries to the Society.
Office Manager & Public Outreach
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Apply for this job:
Contact: Email résumé and cover letter to: jobs@wiltonhistorical.org
Museum Guide State of Connecticut, DECD
State of CT Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) seeks Museum Guides for one or more of the four museums they operate: Eric Sloane Museum (Kent), Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine (East Granby), Prudence Crandall Museum (Canterbury), and the Henry Whitfield State Museum (Guilford). $15.69 - $17.00/hour. The application can be found here.
Position Details:
The museum guides will report to the staff person in charge of the site. This position allows for a minimum of 16 hours/week to a maximum of 37.5 hour/week and requires weekend work. Individual work schedules will be determined by the site supervisor. Some holiday work will be required. Training will begin in late April and the open season will run from May through October.
Position Responsibilities:
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Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Hayley Newhouse, at Hayley.Newhouse@ct.gov.
Histoury
Histoury is looking for enthusiastic guides to lead weekend bus and walking tours. Tour themes, locations, and dates vary. Research and script notes are provided. Prep required. We are looking for guides to lead tours on an occasional or regular basis. Compensation for bus tours is $300, walking tours is $225.
Looking for great guides soon! Please call Georgette Blau at 917-847-0702.
Wethersfield Historical Society
Wethersfield Historical Society seeks applicants for a part-time Event Services staff position to assist with rentals and historical society events at the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center. This is a part-time position with variable scheduled hours, mostly evenings and weekends. Hours range based on the needs of the business.
Duties include being present at rental and historical society events, providing customer service to rental clients, setting up and breaking down event tables and chairs, setting and disengaging alarm systems and opening and closing the building before and after events. It also requires basic familiarity with sound equipment. Training is provided. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Successful candidates must be trustworthy, reliable, mature and have excellent customer service skills. They should be welcoming and outgoing individuals who aren’t afraid to ask questions, have reliable attendance and an enthusiasm for working with visitors of all ages.
Compensation is $15 per hour.
Wethersfield Historical Society is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive space for visitors, staff, and volunteers.
To apply, please email a resume, cover letter and references to Claudia.ale@wethersfieldhistory.org. No calls or walk-ins, please.
For more information, visit the WHS website.
Museum Interpreters (Various Locations, $15/hour) - Recruiting for 2024 season
Connecticut Landmarks owns and operates twelve historic sites, spanning four centuries of Connecticut history. Museum Interpreters at Connecticut Landmarks lead interactive visitor tours, programs, events, and hands-on activities at the various historic sites owned and operated by Connecticut Landmarks. The historic sites include: Bellamy-Ferriday House, Bethlehem; Butler-McCook House, Hartford; Isham-Terry House, Hartford; Phelps-Hatheway House, Suffield; Nathan Hale Homestead, Coventry; Hempsted Houses, New London; Palmer-Warner House, East Haddam.
Activities may include school field trips, adult and senior tours, scout programs, and virtual tours. Museum interpreters are advocates for the sites and the organization. As such, Museum Interpreters are expected to foster an open, welcoming, and enthusiastic environment for all visitors while always maintaining a high level of professionalism. Museum interpreters also promote and sell CTL admission tickets, memberships, and merchandise using Altru, CTL’s ticketing and membership POS software. They assist with program set-up, clean-up, and preparing education materials.
Preferred qualifications include good (to superior) storytelling abilities; strong public speaking skills; familiarity with Microsoft Office programs and a willingness to learn Altru, a point of sale system. Applicants should be enthusiastic, friendly, flexible, courteous disposition; demonstrate interest in history; an additional interest in architecture, gardening, cooking, arts/crafts, landscape history, historic houses, domestic spaces or a related topic is a plus. Additionally, applicants should have an interest in working with audiences of all ages; ability to listen to the visitor, learn about their interests and respond accordingly. They must be open to new ideas and able to work independently as well as with others and take direction with a sense of responsibility and appreciation for a historic site. This position requires the holder to be professional and punctual with solid time-management skills and an ability to work weekends and to commit at least a minimum number of hours to the site. Previous museum or historic sites experience a plus.
This part-time position is seasonal and runs primarily from the beginning of May through the end of October. The number of hours varies depending upon each site’s scheduling needs but will be approximately 10-12 hours per week. Weekend availability is required.
Applicants should submit a letter of interest and resume to Robert Brock, Deputy Director at robert.brock@ctlandmarks.org with the subject line: “Preservation Manager.” Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
Visit the Connecticut Landmarks website for a full job description.