OPEN POSITIONS
VOLUNTEER POSITIONS
RESEARCH ROOM DOCENT
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The HSMC's research room is now open to the public and we need a few individuals to help visitors navigate the research room and help customers in our local history store. We need docents Thursday - Saturday from 1 - 4pm.
Expectations:
• Commit to at least one 3-hour shift a week.
• Greet the visitors to the archive.
- Ask what brings them to the archive.
- Tell visitors about the Historical Society.
• Help set up research appointments (taking down contact information and request).
• Monitor the research facility, help researchers navigate the reference collection and instruct them on proper document handling.
• Sell items from our small local history bookstore.
• Help visitors sign up as members of the Historical Society.
Simple on-site training and a docent training manual will be offered.
Characteristics Needed:
• Friendly and enthusiastic
• Good people skills
• Willing to learn
• Basic computer skills and comfortable with technology
We are not expecting anyone to be a walking encyclopedia of local history, but an interest in Mendocino County history is desired.
The archive is full of information that you are welcome to browse while you wait for visitors!
To apply, please call us at (707) 462 - 6969 or email us at info@mendocinocountyhistory.org
BOARD MEMBER
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The Historical Society of Mendocino County is currently seeking a board member. The Historical Society of Mendocino County is a 501(c)(3) organization and our board of directors is comprised of nine volunteer members from all over Mendocino County dedicated to the organization’s mission of collecting, preserving and sharing the diverse history of Mendocino County.
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The HSMC is looking for individuals who have experience in media, social media, and proficient with technology. However, we welcome individuals with skills in a variety of areas including, but not limited to, strategic planning, grant writing, museums or archives, fundraising, business management and nonprofit management. A board director is part of a team which the HSMC membership trusts to make informed decisions and provide strong and sound governance.
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The HSMC Board meets the second Wednesday of each month at 1pm. Members can expect to commit at least 10 hours a month between the general board meeting, committee meetings, and HSMC events and projects.
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For more information about the HSMC and its board of directors, or for an application, please contact the HSMC at info@mendocinocountyhistory.org or call (707) 462 -6969
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