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Qualifications / Requirements
Minimum Qualifications: Experience in public contact OR coursework/training or experience in history, art history, recreation, event planning, or areas related to Nebraska history, geography, or culture.
Preferred Qualifications: Start/End Dates- preferred dates of employment are May 1st to September 1st. We can accommodate around school schedules for beginning or ending dates if necessary. High School graduate and experience with customer service OR coursework/training or experience in history, art history, recreation, event planning or areas related to Nebraska history, geography or culture.
Other: Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of, or desire to learn, Nebraska's history and culture
Ability to interact with the public professionally, work well with people of all ages and abilities
Excellent customer service skills, outgoing and friendly personality
Dependable; reliable attendance
Attention to detail
Ability to operate a cash register and make change using the POS system
Qualifications / Requirements
Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree or equivalent vocational education in construction, industrial engineering, HVAC, welding, or other building trade. Experience in building maintenance, a mechanical trade, or performing safety inspections, investigations or training may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis as determined appropriate by the agency.
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge/Experience in the following fields are preferred: HVAC, Electrical, Carpentry, Customer service.
Other: This position requires travel. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver’s license or another form of reliable transportation. Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Basic knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, safety practices, and general maintenance processes and methods.
Working knowledge of hand tools, and metering devices
Ability to interact personably with internal and external customers, including but not limited to staff, visitors, and venders
Problem solving ability - Ability to research, analyze, troubleshoot problems
Adaptability - Ability to adapt to changing priorities, equipment, and technology
Time Management Skills - Ability to plan and prioritize projects and complete projects in a timely manner
Teamwork - Ability to recognize strengths in self and others and use them to achieve work goals
Ability to cope with stress - Must be able to work well under pressure in emergency situations
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The Nebraska State Historical Society was founded in 1878 by citizens who recognized Nebraska was going through great changes and they sought to record the stories of both indigenous and immigrant peoples. It was designated a state institution and began receiving funds from the legislature in 1883. Legislation in 1994 changed NSHS from a state institution to a state agency. The division is headed by Director Daryl Bohac. They are assisted by an administrative staff responsible for financial and personnel functions, museum store services, security, and facilities maintenance for NSHS.
Make a cash donation to help us acquire, preserve, and interpret Nebraska’s history. Gifts to the Nebraska State Historical Society help leave a legacy and may help your taxes, too! Support the work of NSHS.
Volunteers are the heroes of NSHS. So much history, so little time! Your work helps us share access to Nebraska’s stories at our museums and sites, the reference room, and online.