Sunday, May 30, 2010

So Many New Jobs This Week!

Position: Administrative Manager
Location: Elloree Heritage Museum
Salary: n/a
Summary:
Full-Time office management, public relations, financial management, retail store, and more. Excellent communication and computer skills with ability to professionally represent the museum. A college degree in a related field is required or an equivalency. Museum experience preferred.
Apply:
Resume must be received by June 4, 2010, at:Elloree Heritage Museum & Cultural CenterPO Box 54Elloree, SC 29047
More Info: SCFM

Position: Museums Coordinator, Part-time
Location: Historic Charleston Foundation, Charleston
Salary: n/a
Summary:
The Museums Coordinator assists the Associate Director of Museums and the Curator in the areas of administration, education and interpretation of two nationally significant museum houses, the Nathaniel Russell House and the Aiken-Rhett House.
Apply:
Submit resume with cover letter and salary requirements via mail, email or fax to: Winslow Hastie, Director of Preservation & Museums, 40 East Bay Street, PO Box 1120, Charleston SC 29402 or w.hastie@historiccharleston.org. Fax: 843-577-2067.
More Info: Historic Charleston Foundation

Position: Library Specialist
Location: Thomas Cooper Library, Columbia
Salary: $24,881
Summary:
Under the supervision of the Head of Interlibrary Loan (ILL), this position coordinates all borrowing operation activities, including: resolving problematic borrowing requests; corresponding with staff at other libraries; hiring, scheduling, and supervising student workers; and training staff and student personnel. This position works directly with the Head of ILL and other ILL supervisory personnel in setting department goals, and develops and recommends procedures.
Apply: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/
More Info: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/

Position: Executive Director
Location: Lowcountry Housing Trust, Charleston
Salary: $65,000-$75,000
Summary:
Established in 2004, LHT is a non-profit that finances the production, rehabilitation and preservation of affordable housing in Charleston, Berkeley, Dorchester and Georgetown counties. The director manages a talented staff: an Assistant Director, who is the Chief Operations Officer, a Lending Director, who is in charge of product development and underwriting, a part time Chief Financial Officer and full time assistant. LHT also works with a part time grants writer and contracts with outside attorneys and CDFI consultants. The Trust has an active board and the Director works closely with them.
Apply:
Resumes may be sent to Executive Director Search, Lowcountry Housing Trust, P.O. Box 21163, Charleston, SC 29413 or by email to, Alice@LowcountryHousingTrust.org. Resumes to be received by June 10th.
More Info: Lowcountry Housing Trust

Position: Administrative Associate
Location: Edisto Island Open Land Trust, Edisto Island
Salary: n/a
Summary:
Responsible for record keeping and files maintenance, reception, events coordination, mass mailing, backup for financial posting and reports, and other duties as necessary.
Apply:
Send your resume to EIOLT, P. O. Box 1, Edisto Island, SC 29438, or email it to eiolt@bellsouth.net. No phone calls, please.
More Info: Edisto Island Open Land Trust

Position: Program Officer
Location: Spartanburg County Foundation, Spartanburg
Salary: n/a
Summary:
The Spartanburg County Foundation seeks an exceptional individual with strong program management, community organizing, and leadership skills to support its grantmaking and leaderships activities in the areas of: Arts and Culture, Education, Environment and Historic Preservation, Health and Human Services, and Recreation and Youth. This individual reports to and works with the Executive Vice President and is responsible for a wide range of activities.
Apply:
Submit a cover letter, resume and 3 professional letters of reference by June 30, 2010
The Spartanburg County Foundation
Program Officer Search
424 East Kennedy Street
Spartanburg, SC 29302
info@spcf.org
More Info: Spartanburg County Foundation

Position: Advanced Placement US History Teacher
Location: Ben Lippen High School, Columbia
Salary: n/a
Summary:
Responsible for teaching two sections of Advanced Placement U.S. History to students at Ben Lippen High School. BA/BS degree required, with at least 24 hours concentration in History. ACSI teacher certification is required, state certification preferred, and experience preferred.
Apply:
If you have an interest in this position, please download our application at www.ciu.edu/employment/application.php and follow the online instructions for submission. If you have questions or are unable to download the application, contact the Human Resources office by phone: 1-800-777-2227 ext. 5009 or e-mail: humanresources@ciu.edu.
More Info: Columbia International University

Monday, May 24, 2010

Check out these exciting openings...

Position: Cataloging Librarian
Location: SC Historical Society, Charleston
Salary: $29,000
Summary:
The Cataloging Librarian will create EAD finding aids and MARC-format catalog records according to national standards for a wide range of literary and historical collections including manuscripts as well as published materials. In addition, the Cataloging Librarian must be able to assist a diverse clientele of academic and lay researchers by explaining library and archival policy, conducting reference interviews, identifying and retrieving research materials and monitoring patrons.
Apply:
Apply with cover letter, resume and the names, title, addresses and telephone numbers of three references by June 18, 2010 to Faye L. Jensen, Executive Director, The South Carolina Historical Society, 100 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401.
More Info: LibGig

Position: Society & Culture Writer, Greenville
Location: Examiner.com
Salary: n/a
Summary:
Seeking activists, educators, historians or others who have in-depth experience in, and passion for, a particular society/culture-related subject to write for Examiner.com. Examiners are local insiders or experts with solid writing skills who desire to share their knowledge with others. They are socially conscious people in the community who wish to fulfill their inner calling and improve the lives of others. Examiners have their own page on our website complete with a photo and a bio, which may also include links to their personal site.
Apply: Click here to apply
More Info: Click here for more information

Position: Interpretation/Visitor Services Intern
Location: Fort Sumter National Monument, Charleston
Salary: This is a paid internship
Summary:
Perform both historical and cultural interpretation with an emphasis on the Revolutionary War and Civil War, with traditional interpretive services performed daily at Fort Sumter, including a 10-minute interpretive program, safety message and site orientation presented on a tour boat; provide roving interpretation and information services at Fort Moultrie and Liberty Square; provide interpretive contacts, orientations, conducted tours, information desk duties, film showings and special events at Liberty Square, Fort Moultrie and Fort Sumter; assist with assembling interpretive materials for exhibits, posters, informational handouts and events at Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie; presents on-site interpretive programs to a variety of audiences ranging in age from preschool to seniors; carry out simple photographic duties and operate video, digital and still cameras, computers, copiers, telephones, calculators, etc.; work with volunteers on a regular basis to assist with interpretive and informational duties; promote program and assist with orientation for new volunteers; assist with the implementation of a comprehensive information program including activities related to downtown Charleston, Sullivan’s Island and the surrounding metropolitan areas, requests for information, information desk supplies and special events; assist with brochure inventories, flag inventories, monthly visitation figures and assists with other reports.
Apply: Click here to apply
More Info: Student Conservation Association

Sunday, May 16, 2010

Your new job is waiting!

Position: Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor Early American History
Location: Presbyterian College, Clinton
Salary: n/a
Summary:
The position is full-time, three-year, and non-tenure-track, to begin in the fall of 2010. The area of specialty is Early American history. The teaching responsibilities include multiple sections of a two-semester U.S. History survey and upper-level courses in the candidate’s areas of interest. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate regularly in the Department’s active study abroad program. A Ph.D. and teaching experience are preferred, though ABDs will be considered.
Apply:
Send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and transcripts (unofficial) to Dr. Richard R. Heiser, History Search Committee Chair, Presbyterian College, 503 South Broad Street, Clinton, SC, 29325. (864) 833-8360. E-mail: rrheiser@presby.edu.Electronic submissions are acceptable.
More Info: Presbyterian College

Position: Library Development Consultant
Location: State Library, Columbia
Salary: $36,840.00 - $68,160
Summary:
Consults with public library directors on issues of management, including, but not limited to planning, policymaking, budgeting, and personnel. Consults with public library trustees on advocacy, planning, policymaking, budgeting, and community partnerships. Maintains awareness of current library trends and developments through professional reading, conference attendance and organization participation.
Apply: Click to Apply
More Info: www.Jobs.SC.gov

Position: Part-time Shelver
Location: Cooper Branch, Richland County Library, Columbia
Salary: $7.88/hr
Summary:
Arranges returned materials on book trucks, rolls loaded booktrucks to necessary locations, and performs correct reshelving of materials. Empties bookdrops and efficiently transports returned items to the proper places for check in.
Apply:
Submit a completed RCPL employment application at any RCPL location or to Personnel Office, RCPL, 1431 Assembly St., Columbia, SC 29201. Specify both the job title and the vacancy number on application.
More Info: Richland County Public Library

Monday, May 10, 2010

Plenty of Opportunities This Week!

Position: Museum Specialist/Collections Manager, Announcement # SCDU10176366
Location: Ft. Jackson, Columbia
Salary: $47,448-74,678
Summary:
Prepares collections and their records for safe storage and use by researchers and exhibitors. Instructs staff and Curator in all related museum activities, ensuring compliance with accepted practice and appropriate government regulations. Plans and implements the use of collections, storage sites, and work and office areas. Implements the selection, purchase, maintenance, and effective use of resources to accomplish functions and responsibilities of the historical collections. Oversees the storage of all weapons not on exhibit and maintains the storage in such a manner that the specific weapons can be located in an efficient manner. Must be a current or former federal employee.
Apply: www.USAjobs.gov
More Info: www.USAjobs.gov

Position: Technical Services Librarian (Cataloger)
Location: Voorhees College, Denmark
Salary: n/a
Summary:
Voorhees College seeks an ALA-accredited, collaborative-oriented Librarian to coordinate the functions of its Technical Services Department. The position incorporates a range of duties related to departmental oversight, original, adaptive, and copy cataloging in multiple formats, electronic resources management, and consistent catalog updates in a shared-server environment.
Apply: To apply, please fill out a job application and mail or email it to Human Resources.
More Info: Voorhees College

Position: Instructor/Affiliate Librarian
Location: USC-Beaufort, Beaufort
Salary: $40,000
Summary:
The Reference and Instruction Librarian provides reference services and instruction of various types to students, faculty, staff, and other library users. Reference is done in-person and via electronic methods. This position also assists faculty in Instructional Design for their online courses. Assistance to faculty and instruction are done to support the university's goal of developing information literate students.
Apply: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/
More Info: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/

Position: Learning Experiences Educator
Location: Discovery Place, Charlotte, NC
Salary: n/a
Summary:
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and presenting programs in Explore More Life and Explore More Collections exhibitions; hands-on labs that enable visitors to understand and appreciate biodiversity through exploration and experimentation.
Apply:
Please complete application and fax to 704.348.1988; send via email to jobs@discoveryplace.org; or mail to Discovery Place Human Resources, 301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202.
More Info: Discovery Place

Position: Executive Director
Location: Preservation Trust of Spartanburg, Spartanburg
Salary: n/a
Summary:
Preservation Trust of Spartanburg, a nonprofit historic preservation organization in Spartanburg, SC, is seeking an experienced professional for the position of executive director. The ED must have proven success and expertise in construction management, communications, and executive nonprofit management.
Apply:
Interested candidates must apply by sending a complete packet of cover letter and resume with current contacts for 3 references to kwebb@preservespartanburg.org with the words “Executive Director” in the subject line. Cover letters, which must be no longer than 2 pages, should detail your qualifications and your salary requirements. Be sure to send materials in Word or Adobe formats. No telephone inquiries.
More Info: Click here for more info or contact kwebb@preservespartanburg.org

Position: Museum Shop Supervisor
Location: Drayton Hall, Charleston
Salary: n/a
Summary:
Understanding that the museum shop is an extension of the visitor experience, the museum shop supervisor will manage the shop's transition to an Interpretive Center that will engage and educate visitors. This will require superb communications skills, staff management and training experience, and utilization of new interpretive elements, including permanent signage, printed materials, and interactive tools. At the same time, the shop supervisor will ensure the store's success as a shopping destination and a profitable business through best practices established for museum retail. Develop collaborative efforts to integrate shop operations with site-wide programs, including education programs, special events, and new member sales and support. Order and receive merchandise according to National Trust policies.
Apply: Contact Kristine Morris at or email your resume to kristine_morris@draytonhall.org
More Info: Drayton Hall

Position: Junior Reference Librarian
Location: The Citadel, Charleston
Salary: n/a
Summary:
The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina is accepting applications for a Junior Reference Librarian at The Citadel Daniel Library. Will be responsible for providing general reference services as well as assisting in the coordination, selection, retention, and organization of reference services. Responsible for development of traditional and electronic reference services. Deadline to apply is 05/12/10.
Apply: Click to Apply
More Info: www.Jobs.SC.gov

Monday, May 3, 2010

New jobs are blooming!

Position: Archaeologist II/GIS Manger
Location: SC Dept. of Archives & History, Columbia
Salary: $30,274.00 - $56,015.00
Summary:
Carries out the archaeological component of the review and compliance program for the State Historic Preservation Office. Reviews and comments on survey reports, data recovery reports, and memoranda of agreement related to Section 106 projects and appropriate state-licensed projects. Makes determinations of National Register eligibility for archaeological sites and assesses the potential effects of proposed projects. Provides archaeological technical expertise to federal and state agencies, consultants, and private individuals. Makes site visits when appropriate. Interprets federal and state laws and regulations. Digitizes and manages cultural resource date using GIS software to maintain ArchSite in cooperation with the S.C. Institute of Archaeology and Anthropology.
Apply: Click to Apply
More Info: www.Jobs.SC.gov

Position: History Tutors, Temporary, Part time
Location: The Citadel, Charleston
Salary: $7.25 - $13.00/hr
Summary:
The successful candidate needs to have a bachelor’s degree or higher with significant academic course work in the subject area. Undergraduate students majoring in the subject area may be considered for certain disciplines.
Apply: Click to Apply
More Info: www.Jobs.SC.gov

Position: Reference/Adult Services Librarian
Location: Colleton County Memorial Library, Walterboro
Salary: $29,869
Summary:
The selected Reference/Adult Services Librarian under general supervision will be responsible for planning and conducting reference services throughout the library system. Specific reference duties will include providing assistance to library patrons in the use of reference and electronic resources, recommending reference materials, Interlibrary Loan, maintaining the vertical file, maintaining the Reference Room and the SC Room and planning and coordinating adult programming. Performs other related duties as required.
Apply:
Must complete a Colleton County job application through S.C. Employment Security Commission, 101 Mable T. Willis Blvd., P.O. Drawer 530, Walterboro, SC 29488. The position will remain open until the close of business on May 14, 2010. Email resume to ccoffin@colletoncounty.org
More Info: Colleton County Library

Position: Part-time Librarian
Location: Midlands Technical College, Columbia
Salary: $20/hr
Summary:
Duties: Reference, Teaching Library Instruction Classes, Circulation. Position is for August 16, 2010 through December 10, 2010. Possibility for extension. No work when classes are not in session.
Apply: Click here to apply
More Info: Midlands Technical College

Position: Preservation Technician
Location: Drayton Hall, Charleston
Salary: n/a
Summary:
Assist in developing the Preservation Department as outlined in the strategic plan.
Develop, implement and manage preservation programs as directed, specific emphasis on archaeological, collections and landscape resources.
Assist in development of site master plan, cultural landscape report, and historic structures report.
Apply: To apply, please include a cover letter in the body of a message and email your resume as a Word, PDF or Text document to 51946-CS-815@nthp.hrmdirect.com.
More Info: National Trust for Historic Preservation

Position: Web Designer/Web Marketing Coordinator
Location: Historic Columbia Foundation, Columbia
Salary: n/a
Summary:
Seeking a highly motivated, outgoing and team-oriented individual to maintain organization’s website through CMS. Applicant should have experience with design graphics for Internet, HTML email campaigns as well as posting updates on social media sites and blogs including text, images, and video. Experience with print design a plus.
Apply: To Debbie Giles at dgiles@historiccolumbia.org
More Info: Historic Columbia Foundation