Vigo County Historical Society History Intern

Position Details Position Details Student Employment Enrollment Requirements Indiana State University student enrolled in at least 6 credit hours.
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pdf Notice of Vacancy Number ST2300627 Job Title Vigo County Historical Society History Intern Job Category Regular Student Job Job Type Regular Student Jobs Position Class Code 82100 Student Employee Student Pay Grade 999 Hourly Wage/Salary 10.
00 Job Summary/Basic Function Accessioning historic items Documenting items in software program Packaging item(s) for storage or prepping for display.
Specific Responsibilities Work Schedule Flexible with school schedule and department needs.
Museum is open Tuesday – Saturday 10-5.
10-20 hours a week preferred.
Desired Start Date 02/22/2024 Open Date 02/08/2024 Close Date 03/08/2024 Required Relevant Education & Experience High School diploma or GED Required Field(s) of Study N/A Preferred Relevant Education and Experience N/A Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Other Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Able to learn and retain information, Able to multitask, Able to plan, organize, and implement projects in a timely manner, Able to work both independently and collaboratively, Able to work well with others, Attention to detail, Professional demeanor, high energy, dynamic personality and excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Proven verbal and written communication skills, Work effectively with a diverse community Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Organizational skills NCAA Guidelines All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith.
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No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual’s involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation.
Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU.
Job Duties Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist with accessioning historic items that are donated to the museum.
This will include documenting the item in a software program and packaging the item(s) for storage or preparing for display.
Career Readiness Competencies o Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems.
The individual is able to obtain, interpret, and use knowledge, facts, and data in the process, and may demonstrate originality and inventiveness.
o Oral/Written Communications: Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms to persons inside and outside of the organization.
The individual has public speaking skills; is able to express ideas to others; and can write/edit memos, letters, and complex technical reports clearly and effectively.
o Teamwork/Collaboration: Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers representing diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, religions, lifestyles, and viewpoints.
The individual is able to work within a team structure, and can negotiate and manage conflict.
o Digital Technology: Select and use appropriate technology to accomplish a given task.
The individual is also able to apply computing skills to solve problems.
o Leadership: Leverage the strengths of others to achieve common goals, and use interpersonal skills to coach and develop others.
The individual is able to assess and manage his/her emotions and those of others; use empathetic skills to guide and motivate; and organize, prioritize, and delegate work.
o Professionalism/Work Ethic: Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits, e.
g.
, punctuality, working productively with others, and time workload management, and understand the impact of non-verbal communication on professional work image.
The individual demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior, acts responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind, and is able to learn from his/her mistakes.
o Career and Self Development: Identify and articulate one’s skills, strengths, knowledge, and experiences relevant to the position desired and career goals, and identify areas necessary for professional growth.
The individual is able to navigate and explore job options, understands and can take the steps necessary to pursue opportunities, and understands how to self-advocate for opportunities in the workplace.
o Equity and Inclusion: Value, respect, and learn from diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, sexual orientations, and religions.
The individual demonstrates openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to interact respectfully with all people and understand individuals’ differences.
Career Competencies Competency: Oral/Written Communications Competency: Teamwork/Collaboration Competency: Professionalism/Work Ethic Competency: Career and Self Development Competency: Digital Technology