Careers at KCM

Custodian/Housekeeper

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/custodian-housekeeper/

Hours: Part-time
Reports To: Lead Custodians

Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago provides engaging informal learning environments featuring interactive exhibits and programs that encourage young children to become effective learners through self-directed complex play.

We have an opening for additional custodial support for our team. This is a great opportunity to supplement your income while working in a fun, learning environment!

Available shifts:

• 8:30am – 4:30pm, 2 positions available, everyday including Saturday and Sunday
• 5pm – 9pm, 3 positions available, everyday including Saturday and Sunday

Please apply if you are interested in working all hours or are available for only some of these hours.

Duties include:

• Heavy emphasis on cleaning and sanitizing
• Monitor, stock, and tidy bathrooms, clean and maintain indoor facility spaces as needed
• Respond to housekeeping requests and other duties as they arise
• Support the overall maintenance of the Museum

The ideal candidate must be friendly, reliable, and have own transportation – no experience necessary!

To apply, call Curt Adams at (847) 832-6884 or e-mail at cadams@kcmgc.org, and leave your name and call-back number. You can also apply in person or on KCM’s website at jobs@kcmgc.org.

For more information about the position or the Museum, please visit www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org.

Kohl Children’s Museum is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Director of Exhibits

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/director-of-exhibits/

Hours: Full-time
Reports To: Vice President of Programs

FLSA Status: Exempt
Hours: Full-time, occasional weeknight and weekend hours

The Director of Exhibits establishes the department goals and objectives in alignment with the museum’s strategic plan, mission and vision; directs the activities of the department staff; prepares and manages the department budget; and collaborates with the Museum management team to support the operation of the facility and its mission.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Direct day-to-day operations of the Museum’s Exhibits Department, overseeing exhibit design, fabrication, maintenance, repair, and exhibit safety
• Establish and direct implementation of long- and short-range exhibit goals, objectives, and procedures in coordination with the Vice-President of Programs and other advisory groups
• Coordinate and supervise the work of Exhibit Technicians
• Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate exhibit staff
• Oversee exhibit budget: prepare annual budget and action plans; determine and approve expenditures
• Direct traveling exhibits, secure venue bookings, direct travel and shipping, supervise all communication and client requests, which may require domestic and/or international travel
• Direct incoming traveling exhibits (3 per year) inclusive of scheduling, shipping, installation, condition reporting, and maintenance
• Participate in the development, design, planning, and production for new exhibits or exhibit components
• Complete monthly and yearly reports; maintain exhibit database, files and contacts
• Collaborate with Education, Visitor Experience, Marketing/PR, Development and External Affairs departments with regard to exhibits and exhibit spaces
• Attend Operations and Safety Committee Meetings and Management Meetings as well as Museum trainings as needed
• Assist with building security as necessary to access facility

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Museum Studies, Design or related field
• Minimum of 3 years of management experience
• 5-7 years’ experience working in a Museum or nonprofit environment, preferred
• Strong knowledge of exhibit fabrication methods, tools, equipment and materials
• Skill in assembly and repair of wood, metal, plastic and some electrical
• Knowledge of safe operation of aerial lift equipment and ability to work up to 25 feet above ground to replace and position exhibit lighting
• Ability to interpret scaled diagrams, follow oral and written instructions
• Excellent communication skills – both oral and written
• Excellent organization skills – including the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong initiative and self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as in a team setting
• Ability to motivate staff and delegate projects
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid driver’s license, own vehicle and good driving record

 Physical Activities include:

• Customary office-related activities: standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, seeing
• Moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds)

OTHER DETAILS

The Museum offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage; 401k, life and disability insurances; paid vacation, sick and personal holidays and a work-life balance culture.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates can submit a resume and cover letter, along with salary requirements to Human Resources at jobs@kcmgc.org.

For more information about the position or the Museum, please visit www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org.

Kohl Children’s Museum is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.