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Job Posting:  Executive Director

1/24/2018

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The Legacy of the Lakes Museum in Alexandria, MN seeks an experienced museum professional with proven record in fund-raising and community relations. Full-time, year-round position in a vibrant community of 14,000. Learn more and apply at http://legacyofthelakes.org/careers/
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Summer Internships:  Scott County Historical Society

1/24/2018

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The Scott County Historical Society is seeking energetic interns for summer 2018 to assist in a number of museum projects.  If you are interested in museum education, curatorship, exhibit development, or just history in general, we offer a number of great opportunities for interns looking for a start in museum work.  These unpaid positions will run for approximately three months, with flexible hours.

(THREE) – EXHIBIT INTERNS
  1. Research, design, and install three offsite exhibits (Prior Lake City Hall, Elko New Market Library, and Scott County Courthouse)
  2. Research, design and install a section of “Play-Ball: Sports in Scott County” exhibit
  3. Research, design, and install the new “Tools of the Trade” exhibit.
(TWO) – PROGRAM INTERNS
  • Deliver hands-on programs at various libraries and city festivals
  • Build audience list and contacts
Interns may assist in other areas of museum work, including public programs, exhibition development, and publicity.

Interns must be undergraduate students with some background or interest in history or museum work.  Previous experience conducting research is a plus.  Applicants should be enthusiastic, creative, and willing to work on a variety of projects, with strong written and oral communication skills.  Selected intern will oversee projects based on their interests and the priorities of the museum.  Interning at SCHS will give you a great introduction to the field of local history and non-profit work, as well as help you build contacts and personal interests.
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To apply, please send resume, letter of interest and two references to:
Kathleen Klehr, Executive Director
Scott County Historical Society
235 Fuller St. South
Shakopee, MN 55379
Or email: kklehr@scottcountyhistory.org
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The deadline for spring applications is April 15, 2018. Summer internships are for the full three months with flexible hours.  For more information contact Kathleen Klehr at the above email address or (952) 445-0378.
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RFP:  Program Manager

1/24/2018

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Summary
The Scott County Historical Society (client) are seeking the services of a highly qualified program manager (contractor) to develop and deliver public programs
 
Timeline
First consideration given to proposals received by 5 p.m., Friday February 9, 2018
 
Contractor is expected to be selected between February 12 -16, 2018. Projected start is February 20, 2018, for a 12 month period. 
 
Project Budget
The contractor will receive up to $4,200 in compensation, plus mileage and approved expenses. No per-diem or meal reimbursement will be provided.
 
Scope of Work
Please note that the following scope of work assumes a working presence by the contractor for an average of 20 hours per month over the contract period. Some flexibility is possible and the selected contractor will negotiate a specific plan of work upon contract award.
 
  1. Maintain Kids Kraft program: Develop monthly themes and activities.  Programs will include reading and a hands-on craft for ages 2-8 related to the selected theme, as well as participant evaluations.   
  2. Field-trips and tours: Consultant will field inquires by teachers and the general public, schedule field-trips and tours, utilize SCHS prepared lesson plans to deliver selected program, and conduct evaluations. 
  3. Complete a series of public programs: secure and schedule a speaker / demonstration on a monthly basis and conduct attendee evaluations. Programs to be determined in collaboration with SCHS staff.  
  4. Participate in Scott County summer festivals: determine best participation at each festival in collaboration with SCHS staff.  Prepare items needed for determined participation level, and coordinate staffing with SCHS volunteers and interns.  
  5. Complete milestones for Legacy Trunk Grant: compile hands-on materials for trunks as outlined in lesson plans, promote trunks to K-12 teachers, observe at least one teacher using each type of trunk, compile teacher evaluations, and produce a work summary for grant reporting purposes.
  6. Keep SCHS informed of scheduled programs, field-trips, tours, etc. 
Required Qualifications – Program Manager 
  • Two – three years of experience as a program manager
  • One year of experience teaching
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent public speaking skills
  • Successful track record of public programming
 
Desired Qualifications
  • BA degree in teaching
  • Three years of experience as an educator (not necessarily in the field)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Minnesota Teaching Standards
  • Demonstrated knowledge of program development
  • Experience working with small museums/local historic sites and their public programs
 
To Apply
Please submit the following to Kathleen Klehr, executive director, SCHS via e-mail at kklehr@scottcountyhistory.org.  No calls please. Written questions will be accepted via email through February 9, 2018 and all questions and responses will be provided to all respondents by February 11, 2018 via email.
 
Proposal document:       Address capacity to successfully complete the desired scope of work. Maximum of three (3) pages.
 
CV/Resume:                     Maximum of three (3) pages.
 
References:                      Minimum of three (3), with contact information included.
 
Attachments (optional):              For each element included in the scope of work, applicants may attach one sample document of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating their capacity to complete the desired work.
 
Position open until filled, but primary consideration given to proposals received by 5 p.m., Friday February 9. Interviews with finalists expected to be conducted on/near February 14, 2018. 
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RFP:  Exhibit Developer

1/24/2018

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​Summary
The Scott County Historical Society (client) are seeking the services of a highly qualified exhibit developer (contractor) to develop and install a sports exhibit titled “Play Ball: Sports in Scott County”.
 
Timeline
First consideration given to proposals received by 5 p.m., Friday February 9, 2018
 
Contractor is expected to be selected between February 12 -16, 2018. Projected start is February 20, 2018, and concludes September 30, 2018. 
 
Project Budget
The contractor will receive up to $9,500 in compensation, plus mileage and approved expenses. No per-diem or meal reimbursement will be provided.
 
Scope of Work
Please note that the following scope of work assumes a working presence by the contractor for an average of 30 hours per month over the contract period. Some flexibility is possible and the selected contractor will negotiate a specific plan of work upon contract award.
 
1.1 Research: sports in Scott County; identify specific topics, related collection items, and identify areas for hands-on activities in collaboration with SCHS
1.2  Design exhibit: develop exhibit plan in collaboration with SCHS; create exhibit logo; provide SCHS with graphics for marketing purposes
1.3  Write: text panels and object labels; create secure object mounts as needed; provide SCHS staff with written details for marketing purposes
1.4  Installation per exhibit plan: paint walls and cases; arrange for printing; mount panels, labels, and photos; install objects / collection items
1.5 Keep SCHS informed of exhibit progress.
 
Required Qualifications – Exhibit Development 
  • Two – three years of experience in exhibit development
  • Two – three years of experience conducting historical research
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Successful track record of exhibit installation
 
Desired Qualifications
  • BA degree in history
  • Three years of experience in exhibit development
  • Demonstrated knowledge of museum best practices
  • Demonstrated knowledge of collections care
  • Experience working with small museums/local historic sites and their exhibits
 
To Apply
Please submit the following to Kathleen Klehr, executive director, SCHS via e-mail at kklehr@scottcountyhistory.org.  No calls please. Written questions will be accepted via email through February 9, 2018 and all questions and responses will be provided to all respondents by February 11, 2018 via email.
 
Proposal document:       Address capacity to successfully complete the desired scope of work. Maximum of three (3) pages.
 
CV/Resume:                     Maximum of three (3) pages.
 
References:                      Minimum of three (3), with contact information included.
 
Attachments (optional):              For each element included in the scope of work, applicants may attach one sample document of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating their capacity to complete the desired work.
 
Position open until filled, but primary consideration given to proposals received by 5 p.m., Friday February 9. Interviews with finalists expected to be conducted on/near February 14, 2018.
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