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PT Pit Crew Member, Science of Speed, Kamin Science Center, Pittsburgh

The Pit Crew Member, Science of Speed supports the daily operations of an electric go-kart course, simulators, related exhibits, & ticketing while providing exceptional service to all guests. Pit Crew Members will be assigned to a variety of responsibilities. Those tasks include Track Marshal, Race Master, Simulator Operator, Greeter, Ticketing, etc.

Wage: $16/hr

Deadline to apply:7/23

Please submit all application materials through the Carnegie Museum's Opportunities Page. 
(Posted 6/24)

PT Mechanic, Science of Speed, Kamin Science Center, Pittsburgh

The Mechanic, Science of Speed supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the electric go-kart fleet, track systems, and related mechanical and technical components within the Science of Speed exhibition. This role ensures that all karts and technical systems are maintained, inspected, and repaired promptly so that visitors can have a smooth, high quality racing experience.

Wage: $18/hr

Deadline to apply: 7/23

Please submit all application materials through the Carnegie Museum's Opportunities Page. 
(Posted 6/24)

Volunteer and Program Coordinator, Pennsbury Society, Morrisville

This is a full-time, permanent position with the Pennsbury Society. Benefits are included as well as paid vacation and sick leave. The schedule is Sundays through Thursdays from 9 am-5 pm. Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Volunteer Coordination:
Recruit, onboard, and train new volunteers for the Pennsbury Society. Ensure all volunteers are up to date on their background clearances. Send out weekly emails to get volunteer coverage for walk-in tours, group tours, and school programs. Help coordinate volunteer groups for Sunday living history activities. Responsible for submitting applicants for the PHMC Volunteer of the Year award. Track and utilize a budget for volunteer supplies/needs. Works closely with the PHMC Museum Educator and Education Program Coordinator.

School Programs:
Recruit and train new volunteers for school programs, as well as help coordinate training sessions for seasoned school program volunteers. Send out weekly emails during the spring and fall to get volunteer help for the school programs. Must be willing to be a guide and/or act as coordinator for school programs. Assist the Museum Educator and Education Program Coordinator with any additional school-program related tasks and/or research.

Special Events:
Plan, coordinate, and manage the budget for our two annual free-admission event days; Charter Day and Tricks & Treats. Responsible for volunteer appreciation events throughout the year (such as Volunteer Appreciation, Holiday Party, and School Volunteer Luncheon). Assist with recruiting volunteer assistance for other events (such as Brews & Bites, Holly Nights, etc.)

Supervisory Responsibilities:
In charge of supervising the two museum assistants, with the assistance of the Museum Educator. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to, hiring new employees, trainings, yearly reviews, and any disciplinary actions.

General Duties:
Assist with daily operation of the Visitor Center and supports guide staff, tours, and all major programs and projects at Pennsbury Manor including public events, daily tours, school programs, exhibit development, volunteer training, research, and other duties as assigned. Able to do historic research.

Wage: $20/hr

Deadline to apply: 7/17/26

Please send a resume, letter of interest, and three references in one PDF file to Erin Emerick, eemerick@pa.gov with subject heading “Volunteer Coordinator.” No phone calls, please.
(Posted 6/22)

Executive Director, Carpenter's Company of the City  and County of Philadelphia, Philadelphia

Founded in 1724 as a guild, The Carpenters’ Company of the City and County of Philadelphia is one of the country’s most historically significant nonprofit organizations.  By preserving and interpreting Carpenters’ Hall, its unique membership of architects, engineers, and builders celebrate their preeminent role in the American story past and future; Pulitzer Prize-winning public historian David McCollough called Carpenters’ Hall “ the acorn of American democracy”. The organization is seeking an Executive Director who is passionate about American History, Carpenters’ Hall and The Company and is a strategic and creative leader.  

The successful candidate will possess strong management capabilities, preferably with a nonprofit membership organization, including fundraising, financial management, team building, and talent management.  The candidate will be the Company’s leading voice and champion, enhancing the organization’s identity both locally and nationally.

Among the Executive Director’s areas of responsibilities are:

Management
- Provide leadership regarding hiring, performance management, and evaluation of 5 full time and 3 part time employees, 12 volunteer docents, and several consultants.
- Oversee planning, management and evaluation of all existing and new programs and events.
- Oversee major fundraising events including the biennial golf outing and gala.
- Manage the efficient operation of historic Carpenters’ Hall as a free destination open and interpreted to the public.
- Meet the needs and interests of a diverse membership of architects, engineers, and builders.
- Foster and continue to encourage volunteerism to support the organization in day-to-day and long-term goals.

Mission and Strategy
- Support the Company’s board in implementing its strategic plan.
- Facilitate the work of member volunteer committees and steward the interests of members, all of whom are owner-leaders of design and construction firms.
- Keep the board informed of financial, operational and programmatic performance, and the factors influencing them.
- Identify and cultivate relationships with funders and supporters.  Share the mission of the organization and nurture partnerships that result in additional exposure for the Company and Carpenters’ Hall.  

Financial
- Manage and optimize a current operating budget of $1.4 million and investment accounts of $3.3 million
- Oversee fundraising opportunities and progress, leading staff and board in securing funding from Government, foundations, corporations, and individuals.  
- Develop opportunities for increasing earned revenue.

Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced Degree preferred in preservation, museum studies, public history, nonprofit management or related field
- Demonstrated financial management skills including ability to develop and manage operational and facilities budgets
- Fundraising and development experience
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational communication skills
- Experience in the management of a history or museum organization
- Experience in the management of a professional membership organization

Position Details
The Executive Director reports to the board of directors

Compensation: Salary range $130,000-$150,000 with a comprehensive benefit package

Position requires occasional travel and occasional work in the evening and on weekends

Position requires climbing stairs

The Carpenters’ Company is an EEO Employer.

Desired start date: December 2026

Deadline to apply:  August 1, 2026

Submissions of interest in the position will consist of cover letter and resume directed to Carpenters’ Company Search Committee at cboyce@intermissionllc.com.  Applications received by August 1, 2026 will receive full consideration in confidence.
(Posted 6/15)

President, Chester County History Center, West Chester

Background: Founded in 1893, the Chester County History Center (CCHC) is a nonprofit organization that serves as the official county history museum, history education center, and historical repository of Chester County, Pennsylvania, one of the Commonwealth’s original counties. The 56,000 square foot museum has a budget of

$1.4 million and a staff of 17 full-time and 8 – 12 part-time. It includes seven exhibition galleries, 80,000 museum artifacts, a research library with over 700,000 manuscripts and 10,000 reference volumes, a photo archives of more than 100,000 photographs, and public programming space. In 2021, CCHC completed a comprehensive redesign of its core exhibition galleries, including visible storage in two additional galleries.

CCHC presents a vibrant array of programs for children, families, and adults, and a robust set of school programs, including the regional National History Day competition. CCHC also jointly administers, with the County of Chester, the Chester County Archives and Records Services, located nearby in the Chester County Government Services Center. CCHC benefits from the resources of its location in the Brandywine Valley and its proximity to Philadelphia. More information is available at www.mycchc.org

For over 130 years, CCHC has been the storyteller of Chester County, teaching, preserving, and sharing over three centuries of Chester County history. In 2025, CCHC is proud to have hosted over 27,500 guests, including over 3,500 students, at our exhibitions, programs, and presentations, informing and inspiring each of them. We consider education of the expanding Chester County community to be one of our most important goals.

The Mission of Chester County History Center:

Linking Past to Present, to Inspire the Future: Engage, Preserve, Educate, Connect, and Imagine.

CCHC fulfills this mission by stewarding an unparalleled collection of artifacts, manuscripts, photographs and volumes that document over 300 years of County heritage, offering innovative educational programs and exhibitions that draw on the collections to bring history to life, and helping audiences explore their own histories through History Center resources and staff experience.

Position Description: The Board of Trustees is looking for an experienced, dynamic, and visionary leader who is passionate about the role of history in inspiring and informing the lives of people today. The President must spearhead development activities and oversee all aspects of the institution, fostering a productive, collegial, and respectful workplace. This position requires a leader with strong fundraising skills. The President serves as the chief executive officer of the museum and reports to the Board of Trustees.

Responsibilities

• ·         Development: Provides dynamic leadership in the friend and fundraising efforts of the museum, including initiating and supporting donor relationships, overseeing fundraising campaigns and events, implementing a comprehensive development plan, and providing support and priority to the Director of Development and the Development Committee. CCHC’s donor universe includes all companies doing business in Chester County and all families who reside in Chester County. The President will be expected to develop and cultivate relationships with the corporate community in terms of linking the company’s mission to history. Relationships with families will include an emphasis on children, to inspire an affinity for history and genealogy which may resonate in financial support.
• ·         Community engagement: Represents CCHC as the chief executive officer with its many internal and external constituencies, including government officials, business leaders, institutional, and cultural partners, and acts as an advocate for regional history, lifelong learning, and cultural engagement in various capacities. Enhances the organization’s public image in order to expand interest and support.
• ·         Grant writing: Manages and supervises grant applications.
• ·         Leadership initiatives: Creates and encourages a culture of innovation and creative thinking among the staff, volunteers, board members, and community partners to address how historical understanding can inform present-day issues and opportunities and enrich community identity. Works with the Board of Trustees, staff, and stakeholders to develop, implement, and evaluate a strategic plan for the organization.
• ·         Financial Management: Oversees the financial well-being of the institution, including budget, cost control, financial controls, banking, insurance, and the reporting of all financial results to the Board.
• ·         Management: Leads and provides professional guidance to the Management Team (Directors of Development, Collections, Education and Finance) as well as the staff of the entire organization, and ensures that appropriate policies and procedures are in place.

Qualifications:

• ·         Proven record of fundraising expertise and success
• ·         Ability to effectively network for the organization, interacting effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders
• ·         Advanced degree in nonprofit or business administration, history or museum studies, or related field
• ·         Minimum five years in a senior-level leadership role
• ·         Strong understanding of nonprofit financial management
• ·         Solid record in working effectively with nonprofit boards
• ·         Broad knowledge of museum, library, and educational standards, practices, and trends
• ·         A demonstrated strong commitment to Chester County, Pennsylvania and its history, culture, people, and stories. If a candidate is not living/working in this area, a demonstrated commitment to the history and culture of his or her current location and place of work, and a plan to build the same dedication here.
• ·         Excellent interpersonal skills
• ·         Excellent writing and public speaking skills
• ·         Direct or supervisory experience in exhibition or program development
• ·         Strong project management, problem solving, and critical thinking skills

To Apply:

Please submit a resume or CV, cover letter, and names of at least three professional references by midnight on July 19, 2026 to cypresssageadvising@gmail.com

Review of applications will begin upon receipt. The new President of CCHC will ideally assume the post during summer 2026. Salary will be based on a number of factors, especially the background and demonstrated success of the successful candidate, but is likely to be in the range of $100,000 to $125,000, plus a benefits package commensurate to the position.
(Posted 6/10)

Collections Manager, Mercer Museum, Doylestown

Organizational Background

Located in Doylestown, in the heart of Bucks County, PA, the Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle, operated by the Bucks County Historical Society (BCHS), are two historic concrete castles that celebrate the life and legacy of Henry Chapman Mercer (1856-1930), American archaeologist, anthropologist, ceramicist and scholar.

The Mercer Museum, one of Bucks County’s premier cultural attractions and a Smithsonian affiliate, features both local and national seasonal exhibits as well as a collection of over 50,000 pre-Industrial tools. This permanent collection offers visitors a unique window into pre-Industrial America and is one of the world’s most comprehensive portraits of American material culture.

Fonthill Castle was home to Henry Chapman Mercer and served as a showplace for his collection of tiles and prints. Fonthill Castle features Mercer’s renowned, handcrafted ceramic tiles designed at the height of the Arts and Crafts movement.

Description

The Collections Manager is responsible for the registration, documentation, care, and preservation of all two- and three-dimensional materials held within the collections of the Bucks County Historical Society, and specifically its Mercer Museum and Fonthill Castle collections. The Collections Manager functions within a curatorial team, as well as the greater organization. The Collections Manager may in turn supervise collections assistants, as well as interns, temporary staff, or volunteers working on collections-related projects. The position also helps to train and guide the work of facilities/custodial staff when performing collections-related housekeeping.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Collections – Records: • Manages the museum collections database (Argus) and online catalogue; supervises entry of information into that program, maximizing public accessibility to collections and collections information. • Manages incoming and outgoing loans, including related tasks such as arranging for appraisals and insurance, monitoring condition, and supervising packing and shipping. • Conducts the accessioning and cataloging of museum artwork and artifacts; documents artifacts as they enter as well as leave the collections. • Supervises or performs new artifact photography, and the maintenance and organization of collections images. • Conducts and manages periodic collections inventories. Oversees the movement and rehousing of collections.

Collections – Services: • Manages and responds to public requests for information about museum collections; processes and facilitates collections access requests. • Develops policies, procedures and fees for photographic services program in consultation with the Senior Director of Library & Collections.

Collections – Preventative Conservation and Care:• Coordinates, supervises and participates in the physical movement of artifacts and archival materials for exhibits, study, and storage projects. • Develops and coordinates training in object/materials handling and care for other staff, volunteers, and interns. • Develops, coordinates, and supervises projects to improve storage and exhibition conditions; regularly monitors the condition of collections on exhibit and in storage. • Collaborates with the Facilities Department in implementing pest management program; reviews reports and recommends interventions as necessary. • Assists with, special collections care and conservation projects as assigned.

Operations and Administration: • Executes approved departmental plans and objectives, supervising and delegating tasks to assistants, volunteers and interns; maintains communication among collections staff. • Assists with the development of grant proposals to support specific collections care and management projects. • Serves as a member of the security staff, with responsibilities for museum openings and closings, and security coverage as assigned. • Monitors supply needs for collections care and management projects; procures supplies and materials as necessary and as budgeted. • Assists in the development, review and revision of emergency procedures and response plans for Mercer and Fonthill Museums as they impact collections. Serves as a member of the response and recovery team. • Participates and provides curatorial support to special events and programs as assigned. • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Summary: • Bachelor degree or demonstrated, equivalent experience in one or more of the following fields: museum studies, public history, archives management, or related discipline. • Professional-level knowledge and familiarity with museum artifact care and conservation concerns and procedures, including best practices in artifact handling, housekeeping, environmental concerns, condition reporting, and security. • Professional-level knowledge and familiarity with collections management concerns and procedures, including best practices in object registration, numbering, cataloging, and inventory methods. • Professional-level research and documentation skills, including the ability to extract and interpret information from primary and secondary sources, data files, and other resources. • Ability to operate a PC, including familiarity with collections databases, word processing software, digital imaging software/hardware, e-mail, internet searching. • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. • Ability to operate a digital camera for photographic documentation. • Ability to work independently, but also flexibly and cooperatively with co-workers and volunteers. • Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. • Ability to meet physical demands, including standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, seeing, reaching/bending, working at heights, and lifting a maximum of 40 lbs.

Position Details: • Salary range is $50,000 - $55,000 based on skill and experience. • This is a full-time, exempt position, reporting to the Senior Director of Library and Collections. • This is an on-site, in-office position, which requires some rotation among multiple work sites.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, résumé, and three references as a single PDF to careers@mercermuseum.org, ATTN: Collections Manager

The Bucks County Historical Society provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
(Posted 5/29)