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Regular Full-time Positions

Boats on Mystic River

38th Voyage: Captain

Mystic Seaport is accepting applications for the position of Captain for the ceremonial 38th Voyage of the Charles W. Morgan. This position is responsible to serve as Captain leading up to and during the 38th Voyage of the Morgan. While in command, the Captain will be responsible for the well-being of the vessel, safety of the crew, and to ensure all regulatory issues are observed, while the vessel is being used in support of the strategic goals of the Museum. Henry B. duPont Preservation Shipyard staff is currently restoring this National Historic Landmark and are responsible for all restoration decisions. The incumbent must recognize her as the premier artifact in the Museum’s collection as well as one of the nation’s most important historic objects. Her safety and well-being will be paramount in all decisions. She will sail as an Uninspected Passenger Vessel on an approximately three-month voyage in Southern New England waters at the conclusion of the restoration, from mid-May to early August 2014. The voyage will consist of a series of one-day ceremonial sails, accompanied by tug and other support vessels, from port to port, followed by multiple days in port for the ship to be open as an Attraction Vessel with accompanying land-based activities. In addition to the deck crew, there will be programmatic crew sailing on board, and up to 12 passengers. The Captain must work with all departments of the Museum, including Education, Exhibits, Interpretation, Marketing, Communication, Collections, Advancement, and Watercraft to achieve the goals of the 38th Voyage, at sea and in port.

At minimum, the applicant must possess a 500 ton Near Coastal Master license and have 10 years of command experience on traditional sailing vessels, with extensive knowledge in square-rig sailing.

This is a temporary, full-time position. Please submit letter of interest, resume and application to Mystic Seaport, PO Box 6000, Mystic, CT 06355 Attn: Human Resources. An EOE.

Assistant Manager, Anchor Watch Overnight Program

The Assistant Manager, Anchor Watch Overnight Program, will assist in the development and implementation of Mystic Seaport’s Anchor Watch program. The Anchor Watch program provides an exciting overnight experience for youth groups aboard the full-rigged ship, the Joseph Conrad. Responsibilities of this position include: managing and preparing for all Anchor Watch programs, leading tours and workshops, supervising guests overnight onboard the Conrad, assisting in rigging, climbing, completing office duties, and helping to market the program. This position also assists with the school overnight program, Ship to Shore.

College-level training is required; background in museum education, maritime history, boat handling and/or teaching or youth development experience is preferred. Experience working with children, youth, and families is required. You must be an effective communicator, have excellent organizational skills, and be able to engage the audience. This position requires late nights, early mornings, overnights, and weekend work. You must be able to work outside in all types of weather.

This is a regular, full-time position. Please send a cover letter, resume, and Mystic Seaport application to Mystic Seaport, PO Box 6000, Mystic, CT 06355, Attn: Human Resources or email to human.resources@mysticseaport.org. An EOE.

Custodian

Mystic Seaport is hiring full-time and part-time custodians to maintain the Museum’s buildings, grounds, and facilities to a high standard of cleanliness and appearance on a routine basis. The custodian will be responsible for: trash removal and other assigned cleaning, recognizing and responding to situations that may require custodial attention, working on special projects such as cleaning windows, providing general labor support as needed, and responding to Museum emergencies when requested such as snow removal.

At least one year of prior work experience is required. General knowledge of cleaning procedures, chemicals, and machinery is required. Must be able to follow directions and lift up to approximately 30 pounds. Must be able to work outside in a variety of weather conditions.

We are looking for both full-time and part-time employees. Please specify which you would prefer. The work schedule is dictated by operating hours of the Museum which includes weekends, holidays, mornings, and evenings.

To apply, please email a resume, cover letter, and Mystic Seaport application to human.resources@mysticseaport.org or mail to Mystic Seaport PO Box 6000 Mystic, CT 06355 Attn: Human Resources. Closing date: October 7, 2013. An EOE.

Director of Major and Planned Gifts

Mystic Seaport seeks a seasoned, dynamic Director of Major and Planned Giving, who possesses a proven track record of success soliciting and securing contributions from high net worth individuals, to lead its major and planned gift efforts. Reporting to the Vice President for Advancement, the ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a prospect pool of 100-150 annually and be adept at cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors with a gift capacity of $25,000 and above. Employing strong relationship-building skills and a donor-centric approach, the position will secure support for annual fund, endowment and capital needs, as well as a wide variety of Museum programs that may include exhibitions, education, shipyard, restoration, and collections. Deep experience in both major and planned giving is essential. Travel and working some nights and weekends required to fulfill this position.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following qualifications: Minimum of 10 years in Advancement with increasing responsibility and success specifically in major gift fundraising and planned giving, ability to understand the needs and interests of leadership and major gift donors in order to develop long-lasting relationships on behalf of Mystic Seaport, excellent communicator in all formats, oral, written, public speaking, ability to time the pacing of and close gift solicitations successfully, familiarity with current planned giving vehicles and estate-planning trends and ability to provide basic knowledge and calculations in response to planned giving inquiries, demonstrated leadership and ability to successfully manage multi-functional areas, function in a team-oriented environment and work independently as required. Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree and/or Advanced Certification preferred, knowledge of Raiser’s Edge or similar relational database preferred.

To Apply: send cover letter, resume and Mystic Seaport application to: Mystic Seaport, P O Box 6000, Mystic, CT, 06355. An EOE.

Finance Controller

A senior position responsible for hands-on general accounting, internal/external financial reporting and analysis. Responsibilities include: maintenance of system of accounts, establishing/maintaining comprehensive set of internal controls through budgets/policies and procedures, annual audit preparation, analyzing operating performance to ensure continuous business improvement, manage end-of-month financial close and reporting, serve as institutional grant administrator, responsible for compliance with all federal, state and local sales, payroll taxes and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications include: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting, minimum 5 years accounting management experience, advanced software skills, strong problem-solving, leadership and presentation skills, as well as interpersonal skills with ability to work with others in a positive team environment. CPA a plus, not-for-profit experience preferred. To Apply: submit cover letter, resume, Mystic Seaport application to: Mystic Seaport, P.O. Box 6000, Mystic, CT, 06355, Attn: Human Resources.

Marine Science Teaching Assistant and Laboratory Manager

Regular full-time position beginning January 2, 2014 at Williams-Mystic, an interdisciplinary program in the science, policy, history, and literature of the oceans  based in Mystic, CT, to assist with marine science courses and interdisciplinary field seminars, facilitate student research, oversee our teaching and research laboratories, and support a variety of other aspects of the Williams-Mystic Program.

Primary responsibilities and duties: Assisting with intermediate-level undergraduate courses in oceanography and marine ecology, especially field/laboratory instruction and student research projects; driving and accompanying students to the field; teaching students data analysis; and assisting with our coastal field seminars. Included are maintaining lab supply inventories, a large recirculating aquarium system, YSI Sonde and other analytical and monitoring equipment, AV systems, and computers. Additional duties include supporting faculty and staff desktop computer and networking needs, maintenance of vans and small boat fleet, assisting with program events, and other duties as assigned by the Director.

Desired Qualifications: We seek candidates who are resourceful, imaginative, highly organized, self-motivated and energetic, with extensive flexibility and with enthusiasm for undergraduate teaching. Excellent analytical skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and PC and MAC platforms. Bachelor’s or master’s degree and valid driver’s license required. Other desirable qualities include tutoring or teaching experience and small boat handling and maintenance skills. We travel on field seminars to the Pacific coast, Louisiana, and offshore waters; as such the candidate must be available for travel (approximately 25 days per semester, including weekends). A flexible schedule that includes the ability to actively participate in occasional other weekend and evening events for both alumni, prospective students, and the current class is critical. Minimum two-year commitment required.

To Apply: send cover letter, resume, college transcript, names of three references (with emails and phone numbers), and Mystic Seaport application to Mystic Seaport, P.O. Box 6000, Mystic CT 06355-0990 Attn: Human Resources (fax: 860.572.5395). Mystic Seaport is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications accepted until November 15, 2013.

Project Cataloger

This is a two-year, grant-funded position, responsible for the processing and cataloging of recently acquired items in the Museum’s general collection, including historic photographs, ship models, boat parts, tools, clothing, textiles, fishing and whaling gear, prints, etc.

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Qualifications:

To Apply: send a cover letter, resume, and Mystic Seaport application to human.resources@mysticseaport.org or to Mystic Seaport, PO Box 6000 Mystic, CT 06355 Attn: Human Resources. An EOE.

Supervisor, Treworgy Planetarium

Regular full-time, year-round position, 35 hrs./week. Lead, manage, train, and support the Treworgy Planetarium team of staff and volunteers in daily operations, programming, outreach, marketing, and equipment maintenance. Work with the Directors of Education, Advancement and the staff of Exhibits to write and implement grant proposals in order to enhance/upgrade the Treworgy Planetarium and its program offerings. Promote the Treworgy Planetarium and its related programming and courses. Plan and implement programs, classes, outreach and related activities. Select, procure, and maintain projectors, navigation equipment, telescopes, and other equipment. Qualifications include: B.A. or B.S. in related field. Experience managing and training staff, consultants and volunteers, grant writing and budget managing, also experience promoting programs. Some knowledge of astronomy including traditional and electronic marine navigation, excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse population of staff, parents, teachers, and other external parties, experience conducting programming for both adults and children. Some experience with planetariums preferred. For more information about the Treworgy Planetarium at Mystic Seaport, please visit www.mysticseaport.org/planetarium.

To Apply: submit a cover letter, resume, and Mystic Seaport application to: Mystic Seaport, P. O. Box 6000, Mystic, CT 06355, Attn: Human Resources. An EOE.