Full job description

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Main Campus - Portales, NM

Job Type

Full time permanent

Job Number

2024-00103

Department

Academic Affairs

Division

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Opening Date

05/16/2024

Position Overview

Position Summary:

Under limited direction and indirect supervision, assist the Director in managing the operational, financial, and personnel management activities of the Blackwater Draw Museum and associated collections.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversee the daily operations of the museum, including visitor services, programs, housekeeping, and building safety and security
Supervise and participate in interpretive tours, workshops, and interactions with public visitors and special interest groups/persons
Supervise and support the Museum Collection Specialist by participating in collections projects
Supervise and participate in the Museum and Site’s exhibit and associated artifact collections curation, preservation, and management.
Supervise and participate in the management of photographic, document archives, and data files and maintain museum digital inventory using PastPerfect
Supervise and participate in the Museum and Site's exhibit design, development, or modification
Perform professional and public interactions/activities "off site," such as public events
Supervise, train, and coordinate the scheduling of museum and site student employees, interns, and volunteers
Coordinate marketing and promotion of museum exhibits and programs in the community, including social media
Develop the museum’s operating budget under the supervision of the Site Director. Track, analyze, and report on the financial status of the museum including financial receipts, deposits and related paperwork activities such as ordering/purchasing stock and supplies
Assist the Director in the Museum's long-range fiscal planning and budget management
Seek grants, donations, or other alternative funding sources to support existing and new collections and programs
Act as a liaison and maintain a positive relationship with the Portales Chamber of Commerce, local galleries and museums, local schools, local archaeological societies, and other appropriate organizations
Serve on department and university committees and working groups
Contribute to the Department of Anthropology initiatives including providing internships, student research projects, and recruitment
Review and remain current regarding professional and technical literature in museum studies, including development in collection management best practices, and anthropology/archaeology research; participate in professional and community organizations
Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Job Requirements:

Master’s degree in museum studies or related discipline
Demonstrable knowledge and one year of experience in the field of anthropology/archaeology
A valid New Mexico Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment is also required, as well as the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather and road conditions
One year of experience with museum collections and related database management preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Candidate should demonstrate a proven ability for public speaking, public relations, giving tours, and technical writing
Demonstrated technology and computer skills, including Office 360, Adobe Creative Cloud, and digital scanning technologies. Understanding and knowledge of museum provided equipment and software
Proficiency in video software, social media platforms, digital collections, and online curriculum guides
Ability to work collaboratively to achieve organizational and department goals.
Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Ability to interact appropriately, fairly, and equitably with all; the ability to demonstrate and foster respect for all individuals and points of view
Ability to read and transmit written and oral instructions; to observe and use safe working conditions, and be proficient in cultural heritage/museum practices, especially collections management
Ability to deal tactfully and communicate effectively over the phone, online, and in person with people of all ages and economic backgrounds
Knowledge of proper care of ethnographic and archaeological collections.
Knowledge of and experience with facility administration and operations, preferably with archaeological sites and museums
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail; planning and organizational skills; strong interpersonal skills; and excellent customer service skills
Ability to analyze, problem solve, formulate, and recommend solutions
Highly self-motivated, innovative, and collaborative
Experience with budget preparation and financial management

Working Conditions

Physical Demand and Working Conditions:

Work is performed both inside and outside during scheduled hours of operations
Some evening and/or weekend work may be required
Work is moderately active in nature that at times requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a moderate amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Work sometimes includes walking for long distances and up inclines.

Essential Functions: [As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the following responsibilities, minimum job knowledge, skills, and abilities. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.]

Additional Information

Application Review Date: Open Until Filled

Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Electronic Application Instructions: Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link on the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:

Required Documents:

Please ensure that you attach all required documents even if you have applied for other positions at ENMU as the committee does not have access to those records.
Letter of interest
Resume
Contact information for three references (Blind reference calls may be made on applicants who become a finalist for the position)
Transcripts (unofficial for application purposes)

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Insurance

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Health insurance is offered through both Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico and the Presbyterian Health Plan

Dental insurance is offered through United Concordia.

Vision insurance is offered through Davis Vision.

Life insurance is offered through Standard Life Insurance Company and UNUM Life Insurance Company.

Retirement

Eastern New Mexico University participates with the New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB), Social Security, and Medicare.

The University also offers supplemental retirement plans. 403b plans are available through TIAA/CREF, AIG VALIC, and MetLife. 475b plans are offered through TIAA/CREF.

Paid Time Off

Full time exempt employees accrue 14.66 hours of annual leave and 14 hours of medical leave per month. Employees must work for the University for three months before they are eligible to use annual leave. Leave accruals will be pro-rated for part time employees. Temporary employees do not accrue leave.

Employee Educational Assistance Plan

Eastern New Mexico University offers a tuition waiver for regular employees and retirees. This program waives the tuition for one course (up to four credit hours) per semester. Employees' spouses may be eligible to use the tuition waiver during any semester that it is not being used by the employee.