Lake County Historical Society - Staff

Museums | Research | Programs

The Lake County Historical Society has three fulltime staff people supported by seasonal employees and community volunteers. The staff is responsible for the business of the Society including operations of the museums, the gift shops, the Lighthouse Bed & Breakfast, maintenace and repair of all buildings and grounds, archive management, research assistance and museum exhibit design.

Executive Director: Ellen Lynch
Managing Innkeeper: Melisa Swanson
Store & Museums Manager: Kim Gangi

Sites & store Manager

The Lake County Historical Society sites & store manager is the primary person responsible for day-to-day operations at three historic sites located in Two Harbors, Minnesota. Providing direct supervision to frontline staff at all sites, this role works closely with the Executive Director and Managing Innkeepr to manage the operations of this dynamic organization. This is a full-time, non-benefited position with an anticipated workload of 40 hours per week. 48 hours of sick and safe family leave and vacation will be provided. This position reports to the Executive Director and ultimately the LCHS board of directors.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1.    Personnel management

a.    Schedule visitor services assistants at each site to ensure sites are open on a regular schedule. Ensure coverage of sites during special events.

b.    Recruit, train, and onboard frontline staff. Typically 2-3 year-round part time staff and 10-13 part time seasonal staff.

c.    Hold meetings and trainings as needed to share organizational information.

2.    Store & Sites Management

a.    Run daily store reports for the Executive Director and manage monthly sales and admissions reports.  Lighthouse and Depot Stores are open seasonably up to 7 days per week mid May through mid October. During the off season, the Depot store is open up to 3 days per week.

b.    Order and schedule delivery of store merchandise in advance of sites opening for season in May. Double check orders and price merchandise as it comes in.

c.    Serve as primary contact for vendors and will prepare orders based on LCHS buying profile.

d.    Maintain stock room and ensure distribution of goods between the Lighthouse and Depot Stores. 

e.    Report to the Executive Director any maintenance needs for buildings or improvements in visitor experience.

3.    Office & Program Management

a.    Ensure the Lake County Historical Society’s website and facebook page are updated with current information.

b.    Answer general phone and email inquiries about the museums, stores, and bed & breakfast.

c.    Help with planning and implementation of LCHS programming and outreach as needed.

d.    Other Duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Education

GED or equivalent. Some college coursework is desired.

 

Skills & Experience

     Interest in local history

     Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.

     Excellent communication & organizational skills.

     Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds and negotiate stairs multiple times per day.

      2-3 years experience in store management or related field

     Some experience in database management and reporting.

Compensation

Full time, hourly position with an anticipated work load of 40 hours per week and minimum hourly rate of $18.  48 hours of paid sick and family leave in addition to vacation time.

 

Deadline To Apply March 19th

Send cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references to Ellen Lynch, Executive Director.

 

Email: lakehist@lakeconnections.net Subject: LCHS Sites Manager

Mail: Ellen Lynch, Lake County Historical Society, PO Box 128, Two Harbors, MN 55616

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