The Marco Island Historical Society is accepting applications for the position of:

Museum Specialist

Collections Department

Marco Island Historical Society

Marco Island, Florida

The Marco Island Historical Society (MIHS) seeks a self-motivated museum professional, preferably with collections experience, for a full-time position as its Museum Specialist. The MIHS is located at the Marco Island Historical Museum in Marco Island, Florida.

Position Summary

The MIHS maintains an extensive collection of objects, documents, and photographs pertaining to the history of Marco Island and its surrounding community at the Marco Island Historical Museum. The museum, which opened full-time in 2011, is operated jointly by Collier County Museums and the MIHS. The collections are maintained by the MIHS on-site at the museum.  Under the direction of the MIHS Curator of Collections, the Museum Specialist will be a partner in the implementation of a long-term strategic plan for the collections.

The Museum Specialist’s primary objectives are to facilitate the management, preventive conservation, and accessibility of the MIHS collections through collaborative and independent work.  The Museum Specialist will also assist the Curator of Collections with exhibits, special projects, and social media content creation. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Process incoming/existing accessions, including accessioning, cataloging, labeling, paperwork, data entry, and archival storage. 
• Assist Curator of Collections with permanent/temporary exhibits and special projects. 
• Enter all pertinent collections data into PastPerfect database.
• Digitize collections via photography of 3D items and scanning of 2D items.
• Process incoming/outgoing loans, including packing, shipping, condition reporting, and data entry.
• Rehouse collections, as needed, in archival storage materials.
• Conduct research on collections as necessary and in conjunction with exhibits and special projects.
• Supervise collections interns and volunteers with support, as needed, from Curator of Collections.
• Create and maintain collections forms, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor and update PastPerfect online.
• Manage hurricane preparedness for collections & exhibits in conjunction with Curator of Collections.
• Assist with social media management and content creation as a member of the MIHS Social Media Team
• Perform basic graphic design work.
• Contribute scholarship, including conferences and publications, and participate in professional development opportunities.
• Participate in occasional public outreach opportunities.
• Assist, as needed, with Marco Island Historical Society and Museum events, programs, and projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Museum Studies, Public History, Anthropology, or a closely related field. Master’s degree preferred. 
• Practical experience within a museum setting.  Collections management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of current museum and collections standards and best practices.
• Proficient with PastPerfect or a similar museum data management program.
• Proficient with digital cameras, photographic scanners, and software.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Word).
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a meticulous work ethic.
• Strong museum ethics and a passion for museum work.
• Experience with social media management or content creation preferred.

Details

• Position schedule: M-F (9AM to 5PM or 40 hrs. per week)
• Starting salary: $50-55,000K (commensurate with experience)
• Moving stipend of up to $3,000 available to cover expenses
• Up to three finalists will be reimbursed for travel to/from on-site interviews

To Apply

Submit cover letter, two-page (max) résumé, writing sample, and three references to:

Marco Island Historical Society

c/o Heather Otis, Curator of Collections

180 S. Heathwood Dr.

Marco Island, FL 34145

You may also submit materials (or questions) via email to: curator@themihs.org

Applications must be received no later than Sunday, July 20, 2025.