Museum Specialist | Youngstown State University - Military Veterans

The class works under general supervision and requires knowledge of museum management and public relations as well as a genuine interest in minerals and fossils in order to manage the operations of the Clarence R. Smith Mineral Museum. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: 50%  - Oversees the daily functions of the museum; opens, closes, sets hours, and supervises student employees. Responds to public, professional, and scholarly inquiries. 50%  - Schedules and coordinates events; develops and implements programs and activities for K-12 and adult audiences, both at the museum and through public outreach. Develops, evaluates, and tests educational materials. Other Functions and Responsibilities:  Performs other related duties as assigned. Equipment Operated:  Computer and all other standard office equipment. Work Schedule: M-W-F, flexible scheduling based on needs of museum (about 19 hours per week), occasional Saturday hours.  Supervision Exercised:  May exercise supervision over student employees. Reports to: Chairperson, Physics, Astronomy, Geology, and Environmental Sciences Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures:  None Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  Knowledge of: appropriate security practices; museum operating  procedures. * Skill in: written and verbal communication; Microsoft Office; social media. Ability to: carry out a variety of instructions; answer routine inquiries; develop materials for community engagement. (*) Developed after employment.  Minimum Qualifications:  At least a bachelor's degree; previous experience with responsibility over stock/holdings/inventory ; genuine interest in minerals and fossils. Preferred Qualifications:  A degree in science-related field; experience in public relations; college-level coursework or teaching experience in Geology