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The City of New York Parks and Recreation seeks a Monument Coordinator.

Monuments Coordinator

Unique opportunity to coordinate monument conservation and field maintenance for the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation Monuments division which maintains more than 1,200 monuments and artworks throughout the City’s parks. Serve as a liaison with the Capital Projects division and restoration contractors on monument projects. Prepare Art Commission submissions and schedule on-site reviews. Assist the Director of Art & Antiquities with fundraising and development. Monitor the organization of the field office and procurement of supplies and equipment. Maintain database of monument records and storage inventory of artifacts. Assist with the organization of archival materials and maintenance records.  Issue permits to independent conservators; review their fieldwork and reports. Organize public events and dedication ceremonies. Answer public research inquiries and assist with issues related to conservation and acceptance of new monuments and artwork. Assist with special projects including exhibitions, publications and public forums.

Bachelor’s degree and two years experience or equivalent education and experience required.  Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. General knowledge of sculpture and conservation methods. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. Excellent writing, communication, organizational and analytical skills. Driver license valid New York State. Note: New York City residency is required within 90 days of hire.

Salary: $43,000 - $50,000

To apply, send resume with cover letter by 10/24/08 to:

Monuments Coordinator – JVN 11991
Personnel-Recruitment
City of New York/Parks & Recreation
24 West 61st Street, 2nd floor
New York, NY  10023

More information at www.nyc.gov/parks/jobs

The City of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer

DIRECTOR OF PRESERVATION

Drayton Hall, a historic site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, seeks an experienced and innovative professional as Director of Preservation. Currently, Drayton Hall has a staff of 24 full time employees and 35 part time, with an operating budget of $2.2M, an endowment of $20M, and attendance of 55,000/year, about 10,000 of whom are students. Its 2006-2011 strategic plan calls for sustainable growth and for the site to become a preservation resource and learning center by developing facilities for collections, exhibitions, education, and offices and by working in partnership with local, state, national organizations.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Preservation is responsible for management of the Preservation Department and for the professional stewardship of our historical buildings and landscapes and our collections of manuscripts, artifacts, and images.

• Contribute to the overall success of Drayton Hall in achieving its mission.
• Manage the Preservation Department in keeping with the strategic plan. Play a key role in the planning, design, and development of a multi-purpose facility (or facilities) for collections storage, interpretation, educational spaces, and offices.
• Implement collections management plan.
• Oversee maintenance staff responsible for all buildings and grounds and ensure that the site's historical resources are preserved in the face of daily public visitation and site use.
• Develop and manage preservation programs for historical buildings and landscapes.
• Conduct research and produce presentations and publications for professional and lay audiences.
• Assist Site Council, Executive Director, and Director of Development in fund-raising efforts.
• Coordinate inter-departmental special projects as required.
• Be a team player and be able to tactfully lead, follow, and/or support colleagues.

This person should be experienced in outreach and partnerships, for the person will work closely with Drayton Hall’s Site Council and consultants, with Trust sites and departments, with museums and preservation/conservation organizations, and with schools, public agencies, and community members. Writing and interpersonal skills are critical.

Criteria for evaluating success: Performance measures will include realization of Drayton Hall's strategic goals in collaboration with staff and outside partners.

Master's Degree in historic preservation, museum studies, history, architecture, archaeology, or related field required; PhD, a plus. Minimum 10 years in professional capacity working with historic sites, preservation organization, or related setting. Proven managerial, administrative, oral, and written skills, along with fundraising experience. Knowledge of CAD, GIS, related software a plus.

Resumes should be sent to the attention of Dr. George McDaniel, Executive Director of Drayton Hall.

E-Mail: George_McDaniel@draytonhall.org
Phone: (843) 769-2602

Mailing Address:

Vacancy Announcement: Preservation Scientist

The National Center for Preservation Technology and Training (NCPTT) and Northwestern State University seek a Ph.D. analytical, organic, or physical chemist to fill a joint-faculty position for two years, with an option for annual renewal pending availability of funds. Experience in environmental science and/or preservation preferred. This is a teaching and materials research position that is jointly shared and is located on Northwestern State University's campus.

During the two-year appointment, the incumbent will spend 2080 hours with NCPTT developing and completing a research project and 2080 hours with NSU in a teaching capacity within the undergraduate chemistry program. Teaching responsibilities include 9 hours in the fall and 6 hours in the spring on topics of general, organic, or analytical chemistry. Also, the incumbent will develop or continue a research project under the direction of the NCPTT Materials Research Program Chief. The topic will be the effects of man-made outdoor air pollution on cultural resources. Hands-on research will include activities associated with the NCPTT Environmental Exposure Facility. The incumbent may supervise undergraduate and graduate research interns during summer months.

The successful candidate will demonstrate experimental and theoretical skills in analytical, organic, or physical chemistry. This includes the ability to review appropriate literature, establish new hypotheses, design experiments, evaluate and analyze data, synthesize research results and disseminate information through oral presentations, peer-reviewed journals and electronic media. Knowledge of undergraduate general chemistry and analytical chemistry is essential. The candidate shall also demonstrate teaching skills including the ability to develop new courses, lectures, and lab sessions. Strong verbal and writing skills are needed for the position. Other skills include the ability to develop didactic materials including course syllabi, handouts, lab experiments, lecture notes and tests. The candidate will apply NSU standards for testing and grading student performance.

We offer the successful candidate a unique opportunity to apply science to the preservation of cultural resources. Interested applicants should submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, and references to: Mary F. Striegel, NCPTT, 645 University Parkway, Natchitoches, LA 71457. For more information contact Mary Striegel online, by phone at (318) 356-7444 x224 or visit our website at http://www.ncptt.nps.gov. AA/EOE

While summer internship positions have been filled, the announcement below is being kept online for informational purposes.

What It's About

NCPTT offers highly motivated interns the opportunity to learn more about preservation technologies through ten-week summer internships. Opportunities may include hands-on research, teaching, geophysical prospection, GIS/GPS data collection, materials testing in field and lab settings, curriculum development, or cemetery conservation. Internships are offered for undergraduate and graduate students.

Positions will begin no later than June 2, 2008. Interns will be short term employees of Northwestern State University of Louisiana. Compensation will be based on experience, including academic experience. Internships are pending availability of funding.

Who We Are

NCPTT is an interdisciplinary research facility serving the historic preservation community nationwide. Our current work includes the fields of historic architecture, heritage education, archeology and collections, and materials conservation.

NCPTT is a research and training office of the National Park Service located on the campus of Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

What You Need

Applications are invited from qualified candidates for a limited number of undergraduate and graduate internships at the NCPTT.

Applicants should demonstrate skills and knowledge in preservation technology. This may include but not be limited to:

• documentation
• condition assessment
• literature reviews
• laboratory or field research
• materials testing
• hands-on preservation treatments,
• or other related skills.

All undergraduate applicants must be accepted to or currently enrolled at a four-year accredited university or college program. All graduate applicants must be accepted to or currently enrolled in a Master's or Doctoral degree program in disciplines such as architecture, anthropology, conservation, chemistry, engineering, geology, geography, landscape architecture, preservation, etc.

To apply, send a letter of interest that includes the dates that the candidate would be available for work at NCPTT (between June 2, 2008 and August 8, 2008), resume, and a current transcript, to

Applications will be accepted through February 1, 2008.

Selections will be announced on March 1, 2008.

Applicants will be notified by mail or e-mail.

The National Park Service and Northwestern State University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For more information, contact Mary Striegel or call (318) 356-7444.