SUPERVISOR HISTORICAL SITE

Code: 05409 Local Competitive

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under direction, directs, supervises, and coordinates activities of employees engaged in the operation of a historical site or sites; does other related duties as required.

Examples of work

Discusses site operation with governing body representatives or agency head to formulate new or change existing policies. Studies documents and other material to obtain information concerning history of site. May plan publicity and arrange for printing brochures or placing information in the media. Conducts tours explaining points of interest and answering visitor questions. Trains and supervises guides and other site employees. Supervises establishment/maintenance of records including permanent inventory and loans/donations made to the historical site. Supervises cleaning of historical structures and objects within. Photographs objects and conducts identity research. Plans, coordinates, and supervises physical changes to the site such as repairs, restoration, and decoration. Plans and supervises employees in the renovation, decoration, and placement of furniture/objects in the historical site. Supervises employees in storage and protection of objects when not on display. Prepares budgets and is responsible for all purchases and initial authorization for payments. Plans special events/exhibits. Prepares reports and correspondence. Is responsible for safety/security measures for the site. Handles acquisition of loans and donations to the historical site. Accepts group reservations for house tours and special social events. Arranges for refreshments, entertainment, and decorations for special events. Inspects premises for evidence of deterioration and need for repair and takes appropriate steps to address such needs. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Knowledge of the purposes and operation of a historical site. Knowledge of the preparation of displays/exhibits for the public. Knowledge of procedures used in cleaning, storage, and protection of historical objects in use and in storage. Knowledge of the layout most suitable for display purposes in view of space and other limitations. Knowledge of maintenance and restoration of a historical site. Knowledge of antiques and their care. Knowledge of loan/donation procedures. Ability to plan open house tours and to host special functions/meetings. Ability to work with members of the news media and schools to initiate publicity for the historical site. Ability to conduct studies of the history of the historical site and to transfer these studies into concise informative information to the public. Ability to work with the public in receiving information and loans/donations as well as to plan special events in an effort to encourage active participation by residents in local cultural affairs. Ability to supervise design, preparation, installation, and maintenance of displays/exhibits. Ability to make best use of available space, funds, personnel, equipment, and objects. Ability to prepare reports/articles/brochures/ descriptive materials for publication. Ability to establish/maintain records and files. Ability to give talks before groups, organizations, and patrons. Ability to determine work to be accomplished, issue assignments, and instruct personnel in methods and techniques to utilize in performance of their duties. Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret policies/procedures of the organization. Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Five (5) years of professional experience in preparation and care of exhibits or collections in a museum or historical site or in preparation, care, and display of artifacts of historical significance. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience. "Professional experience" refers to work that is analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range of basic knowledge of the profession's concepts and practices; and is performed with the authority to act and make accurate and informed decisions.