Historic Clothing Manager

Conner Prairie Museum•Fishers, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Historic Clothing Manager is responsible for the research, management and care of the historic clothing collection that is used in the interpretative experience on the historic grounds of Conner Prairie.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) in History, Theater, Museum Studies or other related fields. Education can be substituted for a minimum of five years’ experience in sewing and alterations.
Knowledge in 19th and 20th century clothing is required.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty according to the requirements of the organization.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Computer software skills required include: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and project management software such as Basecamp and Google Docs.
The ability to communicate effectively at all levels is required.
A working knowledge of the historical time periods that the organization represents is required.
The ability to prepare and maintain financial budgets is required.
The ability to operate a computer, printer, copy machine, scanner, fax machine, and other office equipment is required.
The ability to speak, read and write in English is required.

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory experience is desired.
Spanish is desired.

Responsibilities

Ensures that all Interpretation staff are properly outfitted for their role on the grounds.
Serves as Interpretation PIC (Person in charge) of front-line staff on historic grounds during the daily experience.
Researches, designs and constructs garments.
Coordinates garment fittings and alterations for Interpretation staff, Trades staff, Agriculture staff and youth volunteers.
Educates the visiting public about historic clothing construction and techniques through workshops, classes and daily experience enhancements.
Partners with HR to provide, order and issue all Conner Prairie Logo items to staff and volunteers.
Writes and updates clothing staff/volunteer contracts, garment handling/care procedures and clothing storage and management policies.
Conducts routine inventory of all clothing, supplies and accessories to ensure all items are tagged in the clothing digital database.
Oversees purchases, maintains accounting records, and vendor contracts for clothing supplies and equipment.
Manages budget expenses for the Historic Clothing Department to ensure compliance.
Manages staff as it relates to performance objectives, evaluations and corrective counseling.
Recruits and hire departmental staff as necessary.
Collaborates with the Facilities Department to coordinate repair/service calls to maintain equipment and tools used in the Historic Clothing Studio (i.e. sewing machines, washer/dryer, digital oversize printer for historic clothing patterns).
Works with the Facilities Department to monitor the temperature/environment in the Historic Clothing Studio and clothing storage areas in preparation for any weather- related/HVAC issues.
Creates and conducts trainings and presentations on historic clothing and participates in professional conferences and workshops specifically as a keynote speaker or session leader when possible.
Participate in department orientations, meetings/retreats and trainings.
Perform other duties as required.