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Order#: NY1586031
Cooper/Woodworker, Lead

Position Overview:
The Cooper/Woodworker is responsible for providing daily interpretation, wood-related production, and occasional pre-scheduled workshops and experiences.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
Program Development & Delivery (50%) Research, develop, and support wood-focused activities in the Village; staff Cooper, Woodworker, or Cabinetmaker shop 3 days/week during Museums high season (May October) Ensure that all interpretation and programs are of the highest quality and are mission and value driven supporting the Museums goals, incorporating diverse voices, and providing both educational and engaging experiences for visitors Develop and continuously maintain own skills and those of woodworking seasonal interpreters through practice and preservation of historic trades; train, instruct, and mentor interpreters in historically accurate, safe, and efficient techniques by providing hands-on instruction and resources Occasionally execute hands-on experiences (classes, workshops, camps) that introduce trades skills and historical culture Follow provided guidelines, standards, processes, and procedures in alignment with field-wide and institutional best practices
Production (35%)
Determine annual and/or seasonal production lines based on budget goals and Museum Store needs Produce and deliver historic trades items to Museum Store for sale within stated deadlines Operational Support (15%) Support the development and management of wood-based trades budget and supply purchasing including management of own hours worked Maintain shops, tools, equipment, and furnishings in collaboration with Facilities and Curatorial departments Collaborate with colleagues across the Museum to provide programming to support activities of those departments, including special events, school field trips, camps, group tours, and development activities Minimum Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in a museum or educational institution; proven ability in mentoring, and oral and written communications Ability to work with diverse audiences and individuals of varying cultural backgrounds, identities, ages, and abilities in an enthusiastic, friendly, and open manner Demonstrated historical research skills and competency in woodworking Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work with diverse audiences in an enthusiastic, friendly, and open manner.
Working Conditions Ability to stand for extended periods of time Alibility to walk up to 1-3 miles a day while working in inclement weather including rain, snow, heat, and cold Perform physical work such as kneeling, reaching, bending, crouching, pulling, and pushing, lift and carry objects weighing up to 30 pounds Pay Range:
$16.50-$17.00 per hour

Benefits: We are proud to support the health and wellbeing of the people we employ. We offer a competitive, comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, NYS Disability, Supplemental Disability, Vacation, Personal time, Floating Holidays, accrued NYS Sick Leave and an employee assistance program. Every employee is provided with a yearly family level membership to GCV&M.

How to Apply: Interested applicants should visit www.gcv.org/employment/ to apply and include both a cover letter and resume.