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Facilities Coordinator (part-time, 20-25 hours/week)

Facilities Coordinator (part-time, 20-25 hours/week)      

Summary

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House is a non-profit organization with a primary mission to preserve, interpret, and promote the Martin House, a National Historic Landmark and a premier New York State Historic Site.

The Martin House seeks a part-time Facilities Coordinator to join our team. The Facilities Coordinator performs routine and preventative maintenance, and is alert for any operational or security problems. This position also helps maintain and secure an impeccable facility that is clean, safe, professional, and welcoming for all areas of the Martin House estate, including both historic and contemporary buildings and the exterior site.

This part-time position will include 20-25 hours/week scheduled Thursday through Sunday from 3 – 8:00 pm with alternate weekends on an as-needed basis.

We strongly encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, and other individuals who are under-represented in the profession, across color, creed, race, ethnic and national origin, physical ability, gender and sexual identity, or any other legally protected basis.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Member of the Martin House Security-Fire on-call list.
  • Lock and unlock assigned buildings: secure buildings when facilities are not in use; checking for unlocked doors/windows; turning off lights; reporting any suspicious/unauthorized activity.
  • Inspect each building for integrity, vandalism, water leaks, ice, motors running, and miscellaneous items that reveal themselves on inspection.
  • Assist with the setup & breakdown of facilities/grounds for meetings, education programs, special events, and rentals, etc.
  • Complete work orders in a timely fashion using the UpKeep software system.
  • Clean and sanitize restrooms/bathrooms using established practices and procedures.
  • Clean, dust, & wipe furniture; sweep, mop, and vacuum floors; vacuum & shampoo carpets; daily clean and restock of bathrooms and kitchens.
  • Empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers; handle recycling materials; replace light bulbs; refill restroom dispensers.
  • Safely use, maintain, and operate a golf cart.
  • Safely use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools: auto scrubbers, high pressure washers, vacuums, brooms, mops, and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, etc.
  • Ability to work in unfavorable weather conditions; perform snow removal activities by removing snow/ice from sidewalks, paths, and specific verandahs and balconies; apply snow melt to maintain walks and ensure safe conditions for all users.
  • Wash accessible interior and exterior art glass windows.
  • Attend to emergencies as necessary.
  • Fix equipment and items as needed.
  • Perform related duties as required and/or needed.

Education and Experience Requirements

  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent vocational school
  • More than one-year experience in custodial work
  • Have essential physical and mental capabilities in the following: interpersonal skills, memory, attention to detail, following directions, comprehension, calculating, reading, writing, speaking, evaluating, mathematics & organization. Basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements:

  • Considerable physical activity (more than 70% of the job). Requires heavy physical work. Must be able to lift and move heavy objects and work for extended periods of time. (furniture, snow, boxes, exhibit cases, equipment, supplies and more on an incidental basis)
  • Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions in accordance with Martin House policies and professional best practices.

Compensation: Compensation starts at $18/hour, but may be adjusted based on experience.

To apply: send the following materials to hr@martinhouse.org indicating “Facilities Coordinator” in the subject line:

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Curatorial Associate (full-time; position funded and reopened)

Curatorial Associate (full-time; position funded and reopened)

Summary

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House is a non-profit organization with a primary mission to preserve, interpret, and promote the Martin House, a National Historic Landmark and a premier New York State Historic Site.

The Martin House seeks a full-time Curatorial Associate to play an important role in its dynamic and expanding curatorial and interpretive program. The position reports to the Martin House Curator and works closely with the Curator and Director of Education to help develop and implement an expansive array of scholarly and public programs designed to enhance the museum’s mission.

The selected candidate will assist with the planning, research, organization, and execution of new and existing programs, as well as project-related administrative tasks. These programs will expand interpretation of the historic site through active solicitation of diverse perspectives and voices.

We strongly encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, and other individuals who are under-represented in the profession, across color, creed, race, ethnic and national origin, physical ability, gender and sexual identity, or any other legally protected basis. This position is fully grant-funded for two years with the intention to continue the role beyond the current grant funding.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assist with the planning, research, organization, and execution of new and expanding scholarly and public programs which may include: lectures, commissions, exhibitions, publications, performances, and other research and educational activities.
  • Help carry out the Martin House Creative Residency Program by providing support with creative maker logistics including travel coordination, itineraries, project applications, etc.
  • Research potential scholars and creative makers for scholarly and public programs, as well as assist with all aspects of program implementation to include scheduling meetings, maintaining correspondence, and tracking projects.
  • Research the Martin House, its collections, and social and cultural history in support of the development of expanded scholarly and public programs.
  • Assist with the creation of project-related texts, both print and digital, intended for the general public including interpretive materials and other copy.
  • Produce and routinely update information related to scholarly and public programs for the Martin House website, electronic newsletter, social media, grant applications, and other communication outlets.
  • Participate in efforts to maintain and update object records and files with comprehensive information. Ensure that research and related materials coming out of these projects are entered into the collections management system when appropriate. Utilize the museum’s collections management system to manage collections, exhibitions, commissions, video documentation, publications, and other related resources as required.
  • Perform additional duties for Martin House scholarly and public programs, special events, exhibition openings, and public tours as required.

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of and interest in 20th- and 21st-century art, architecture, and design history
  • 2 years of museum, gallery, or relevant experience, including experience using a collections management system (preferably EmbARK or TMS)
  • Fluency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent writing, research, and communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to handle several projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
  • A commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (DEIA) in the field

Compensation: Salary for this full-time position will be $50,00 – $55,000 depending on experience and skill set.  Benefits provided include health care, retirement, and generous paid time off.

To apply: send the following materials to hr@martinhouse.org indicating “Curatorial Associate” in the subject line:

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, although we will begin reviewing applications in late February/early March. No telephone inquiries, please.

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