Assistant Museum Manager

Position Summary

The Assistant Museum Manager assists the Museum Manager in operating the Museum of the Alphabet and the Mexico-Cardenas Museum. The Assistant Museum Manager reports to the Museum Manager/Curator. This is a full-time position for a volunteer or a staff person who raises their own support. Please submit resumes and inquiries to HR_Director@jaars.org .

Position Responsibilities

• Communicates about JAARS history, mission and work
• Guides museum tours and monitors tour schedule 
• Assists with supervising and training staff
• Maintains the inventory of museum collections  
• Coordinates programs and events
• Collaborates in updating current exhibits and in planning, designing and constructing new exhibits
• Performs any other tasks as needed

Position Requirements

• Demonstrates a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth
• Embrace the vision, mission and core values of JAARS
• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, History, Museum Studies, Linguistics, Missions, Education or related field
• Able to communicate well in English written and oral form
• Management, organizational and computer skills required
• Personable and enjoys people and working as part of a team
• Previous cross-cultural experience helpful but not required
• Must be a US citizen or green card holder to apply