Director, National Historic Preservation Center Job Description

Museums Associations Service Providers List Yours Articles Books Conferences Museum Jobs Museum Studies Contact Us	Director, National Historic Preservation Center	Posted 8/17/07 — Closes 9/30/07
	Girl Scouts of the USA	New York, New York
	Type: Full Time, Experienced	Required Degree: BA/BS
	Salary: 59K to 70K	Preferred Degree: Master's
	Description: The Director, National Historic Preservation Center is responsible for promoting and preserving Girl Scout history; managing the proper retention and maintenance of Girl Scouts of the USA archives, memorabilia and corporate records. She/he ensures the center serves as the model for the preservation and interpretation of the Girl Scout history. The Director, National Historic Preservation Center identifies potential sources of historical documents and memorabilia of importance to the organization, takes necessary action to acquire them and ensures that the history of the organization is preserved. In accordance with established policy, accepts on behalf of GSUSA archival materials offered by donors. She/he provides technical assistance and training for Girl Scout councils in the preservation of their history and memorabilia. She/he ensures accessioning, cataloging and the registering of items and the collection of objects. Ensures the digital preservation of materials, and works collaboratively with the Director, Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace to integrate the preservation of history related to the founder of Girl Scouting. EOE Committed to Diversity Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree or MA in Historic Preservation or American Studies a plus Skills: • 5-7 years' experience in managing archives and collection inventory; with emphasis on experience with digital management of materials required • 3-5 years' management and supervisory experience including coaching and staff development • Proven experience in NHP compliance, records management, record retention, cataloging and accessioning • Demonstrated expertise in budgeting process, strategic and tactical planning • Excellent verbal, interpersonal and communication skills • Archives Management, Historic Preservation or relevant equivalent experience or related area. Application Instructions: Apply online to: www.girlscouts.org/careers Cut and paste your resume using a word document.