[Heritage] Oregon Heritage News 2021-04-01

Thu Apr 1 17:26:06 PDT 2021

Oregon Heritage News 2021-04-01

In this issue:

  *   Recorded webinar for upcoming Shuttered Venue Operators Grant
  *   REALM project webinar on understanding COVID-19 Vaccines
  *   Digital Accessibility & Inclusion on the Museum Learning Hub
  *   Willamette Heritage Center seeks Education Manager
  *   Nominations now open for Travel Oregon's annual travel and tourism achievement awards
  *   Tillamook County Pioneer Museum seeks Assistant Director/Collections Manager

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Recorded webinar for upcoming Shuttered Venue Operators Grant

Did you miss the national Shuttered Venue Operators Grant informational webinar on March 30 highlighting the application process for potential eligible entities? The webinar was recorded and you can view it here<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA0MDEuMzgxMTY4NTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3lvdXR1LmJlL0NOV3NnUjlFU1VzP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.5OpGJ9oFyYkNSalAA_N2Rsrfa5vjFikxOXi5hY8avbk/s/1451723016/br/101358730754-l>.

For more information about the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant, visit www.sba.gov/svogrant<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA0MDEuMzgxMTY4NTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zYmEuZ292L3N2b2dyYW50P3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.-Ijc-pxwu72wHJgTJgfKW5g5K69DfLBBjAkSB6Npm6c/s/1451723016/br/101358730754-l>.

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REALM project webinar on understanding COVID-19 Vaccines

Register for the April 15 REALM project webinar, "Understanding COVID-19 Vaccines<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/understanding-COVID-19-vaccines.html>"
The REopening Archives, Libraries and Museums (REALM) project is hosting a webinar<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/understanding-COVID-19-vaccines.html> to explore the topic of COVID-19 vaccines and how they impact the reopening and ongoing operations plans for organizations. Presenters will provide information on vaccine education, including resources available to help address vaccine misinformation in the community. They will also share aspects of what is known and unknown in the scientific community about vaccines, along with a general update about the REALM project.

Register at: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/understanding-COVID-19-vaccines.html

REALM FAQ page & questions submission form
Answers to the most commonly asked REALM questions can be found: https://www.oclc.org/realm/faq.html
Remaining questions about the test results or other aspects of the REALM project can be submitted via this form: https://oc.lc/realm-questions

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Digital Accessibility & Inclusion on the Museum Learning Hub

This April, hear from small museum professionals and learn from experts on how to integrate accessibility and inclusion into common museum digital projects. Register for Module 1: Digital Accessibility & Inclusion today!

Intro Session: Get Inspired
April 8, 2021 @ 11am PT / 2pm ET

Technical Workshop 1: Intro to Digital Accessibility & Inclusion
April 15, 2021 @ 11am PT / 2pm ET

Technical Workshop 2: Live/Streamed Program Accessibility
April 22, 2021 @ 11am PT / 2pm ET

Technical Workshop 3: Accessibility in Digital Collections
April 29, 2021 @ 11am PT / 2pm ET

Register here.<https://museum-hub.org/attend-sign-up/>

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Willamette Heritage Center seeks Education Manager

Education Manager
40 hrs/week (1.0 FTE)

The Education Manager is responsible for the development and management of theWillamette Heritage Center's(WHC) educational vision and goals as they relate to exhibits, program planning, outreach efforts, events, and the organizational strategic plan.

See full job description here<https://www.willametteheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Education-Manager_JD.pdf>.

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Nominations now open for Travel Oregon's annual travel and tourism achievement awards

Travel Oregon is soliciting nominations for its annual travel and tourism achievement awards that will be announced on June 15 as part of the virtual Oregon Governor's Conference on Tourism<https://industry.traveloregon.com/opportunities/events/conferences/oregon-governors-conference-on-tourism/>. Each year these awards pay tribute to the determined efforts of those who use their skills, resourcefulness, creativity and innovative spirit to help create a better life for all Oregonians. Individuals, businesses, non-profit entities, federally-recognized tribes, port districts and governmental agencies that have significantly and positively impacted the local, regional or statewide economy are eligible to submit a nomination. Award categories for the 2020 calendar year include a rising star from each tourism region, outstanding work in the field of diversity, equity and inclusion, leadership and partnerships.

Please nominate award winners by April 14 by completing this form<https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=uPpZk8R0oEiGnnrfZi5KeON5QuUXrBFFk8qS3-OnW4pUNDhJSlRRRVJPQjIwVFlTRUtORElNMEJXWC4u>.

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Tillamook County Pioneer Museum seeks Assistant Director/Collections Manager

Job Title: Assistant Director/Collections Manager
Salary:$35,000-40,000/Year
FLSA Status:Exempt

Summary
Under direct supervision of the Museum Director, the Assistant Director/Collections Manager is responsible for management and daily operations of the museum's collections. S/he will plan and implement museum exhibitions and write grant proposals to fund museum operations, especially regarding collections and exhibits.

About Tillamook County Pioneer Museum
TCPM contains a collection of over 55,000 artifacts, including objects in storage at the museum and two additional storage facilities. We maintain five separate properties, including Kilchis Point Reserve, a 200-acre wetland along Tillamook Bay with an interpretive walking trail. We strive to serve both the community and visitors to the North Oregon Coast. The right candidate for this position will help us maintain our mission to "... preserve and interpret the Natural and Cultural Heritage of the North Oregon Coast and to foster appreciation and respect of the [same]."

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  *   Works as "right hand" of executive director.
  *   Has primary responsibility for object/specimen care and storage.
  *   Registers and catalogues all items on computer and oversees employees and volunteers working in collections management.
  *   Transcribes physical accession records onto PastPerfect software
  *   Takes charge of large deaccession projects
  *   Advises the Museum Director of any changes in collections' status.
  *   Writes grants to support the museum's mission and goals-especially grants to support exhibit costs and educational programs
  *   Plans exhibits with other museum staff and prepares relevant artifacts for exhibitions.
  *   Participates in cultural and oral history preservation projects.
  *   Participates in the annual Festival of Trees and other events at museum
  *   Attends staff meetings, training and workshops
  *   Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  *   Ability to work well with others, including diverse personalities of museum visitors and volunteers
  *   Practice good organizational and time management skills.
  *   Be flexible and able to meet challenges as they arise.
  *   Adaptable and willing to work in many different capacities.
  *   "Go-getter" attitude with proactive work approach
  *   Willing and able to hear and adapt to many varying opinions and requests amongst the board of directors
  *   Competent in museum recordkeeping procedures.
  *   Fluency in English. Other language fluency also a plus.
  *   Ability to work with little supervision, and bring innovative approach to work environment.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications

  *   Associate or Bachelor's degree in history, arts, or museum studies preferred or 4 years equivalent experience.
  *   Experience with Collections Management Database systems, PastPerfect preferred.
  *   Experience with handling and housing artifacts and archival collections.
  *   Strong verbal and written communicative skills.
  *   Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel for training and other business-related purposes.
  *   Must possess a current valid Driver's License.

Benefits
Starting salary of $35,000-$40,000 per year for a full-time schedule is commensurate with experience. Additionally, full-time employees receive paid vacation and sick leave, 10 paid holidays (including one personal day), and health insurance coverage.

To Apply
Please submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and three professional/educational references to director at tcpm.org<mailto:director at tcpm.org>. Application deadline is April 16, 2021

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Oregon Heritage News is a service of Oregon Heritage, a division of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. The news editor can be contacted at heritage.info at oregon.gov<mailto:heritage.info at oregon.gov>.

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