Madeline Island Museum Operations Coordinator

Introduction

The Wisconsin Historical Society , considered one of the nation's finest historical institutions, is a State of Wisconsin government agency as well as a mission-driven entrepreneurial organization. The Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS), founded in 1846, ranks as one of the largest, most active and diversified state historical societies in the nation. As both a state agency and a private membership organization, its mission is to help people connect to the past by collecting, preserving and sharing stories. At its core, WHS believes that increasing the public's knowledge of history has profound societal, cultural, and economic benefit. Its library, archives and collections, historic sites and museums, historic preservation office, and extensive educational programs and community outreach are focused on our vision to enrich and transform lives through unparalleled access to history. Click here for more information about WHS' mission, vision, and core values.

WHS is committed to being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization because we truly believe this is the most effective way to attract, engage, and retain the best talent and the most meaningful way to support our mission.

The Madeline Island Museum (MIM) is situated in La Pointe, Wisconsin on picturesque Madeline Island one half block up from the ferry dock. Located on Mooningwanekaaning, or "Madeline Island," the spiritual home of the Anishinaabeg, the MIM is a doorway to the Apostle Islands and Lake Superior History. The Operations Coordinator will play a pivotal role in assisting the MIM Site Director with business management of the gift shop and enhancing the guest experience.

The museum consists of the Capser Center with an auditorium and exhibit gallery, and also four historic buildings from the fur trade era that are filled with collections and artifacts. Staff work with colleagues to connect guests with the storied past of Madeline Island and one of the richest collections of Wisconsin history.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being

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Position Summary

Under the direction of the Madeline Island Museum Site Director, this position oversees guest services and manages essential financial and administrative functions. As the Operations Coordinator, this position also assists with the creation and execution of engaging interpretive programs and dynamic group tours. This role will also focus on boosting attendance and revenue, ensuring an exceptional visitor experience, and supporting the Site Director in the smooth day-to-day operations of the museum.

Salary Information

The salary will be between $26 - $28 per hour ($54,080 - $58,240) in accordance with the provisions of the current Compensation Plan. This position is in pay schedule 07, range 04; Civil service classification is Program and Policy Analyst. A12-month probationary period will be required.

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Job Details

A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment to determine if the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or former employees as a reinstatement) should complete the application process to apply.

WHS does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.

A combination of in-person on-site work hours and remote availability will be offered in November-February. The work is mostly on-site the rest of the year.

Qualifications

Please make sure to describe the following qualifications within your resume and/or letter of qualifications in order to be considered for this position.

Minimally qualified candidate will have experience in all of the following:

• Skills in long-term and short-term planning and implementation.
• Expertise in computer skills related to project management and program promotion (e.g. Asana, Microsoft programs) and graphic design abilities including work in creating programmatic advertising, posters, email communications, and social media posts that promote the museum, programs and events, and museum store.
• Experience in museum and/or retail operations, or special programs and event operations.

In addition to minimum qualifications, a well-qualified candidate will have experience in one of the following areas:

• Knowledge and experience in retail sales and merchandising, including inventory management
• Expertise in planning, coordinating, and executing special events and programs including interacting with the public.
• Experience in managing point of sales systems, daily cash handling, and daily ticketing systems.

How To Apply

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Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications for your application and what should be included in these materials, click here for resume and letter of qualifications instructions. .

Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process.

WHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

Questions can be directed to jan.zadra@wisconsinhistory.org . or (608) 264-6409.

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Deadline to Apply

Applications are due at 11:59PM on September 12, 2024.