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Museum Specialist-Administration (Half-Time)

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City of Platteville

Platteville, WI (In Person)

$48,173 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/22/2026

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Job Description

The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums | City of Platteville is now recruiting a half-time Museum Specialist-Administration to oversee museum financial and office management, and assist the director with communications, marketing, development, and fundraising activities. This position offers generous paid time off (3.5+ weeks in first year plus additional sick leave), and a starting wage of $28.16/hour . Key Responsibilities Manages museum finances and regularly communicates with the City of Platteville Finance Department to ensure accurate accounting and planning. Manages Friends of the Mining & Rollo Jamison Museum's finances and works with accountant on reviews and 990 filings. Prepares and files government reports accurately and on time. Assists the museum director with marketing and communication activities through a variety of communication media (print, social media, radio, etc.) and manages the museum's website including the FareHarbor booking program. Oversees the promotion of specific programs and events, maintains regional community calendars with museum events, and circulates press releases. Assists museum director and Friends of the Mining & Rollo Jamison Museum with development and fundraising activities. Maintains the donor database (PastPerfect), and promotes museum memberships. Drafts membership renewal reminders and acknowledgement letters, and coordinates mailings. Assists with writing grant applications to support museum activities.
Qualifications Minimum education:
High School diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, history, communications, museum studies or related field preferred, and Related work experience of 1 to 4 years, or Any equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with accounting and financial reporting required. Proficiency managing multiple software platforms a plus. How to Apply Please visit www.plattteville.org/jobs for application instructions and additional details,
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
From $18.16 per hour
Benefits:
Paid time off Professional development assistance
Work Location:
In person