IT Technician

The IT Technician is responsible for providing support to end-users for our technology solutions. Working closely with end-users the IT Technician will diagnose, repair, and maintain hardware and software components to ensure the smooth running of computer systems. The ideal candidate will have excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills to interact with all departments at Old Sturbridge Village. The IT Technician will report to the Director of IT. : This role will contribute to Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent education.
• Must have Valid Driver’s license
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Knowledge of iOS and Android devices
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Basic networking skills
• Basic computer repair skills
• Strong customer service skills, friendly and courteous
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Works well as part of a team, but can also work independently as needed
• Attention to detail is a must

Responsibilities:

• Provide end-user support via phone, email, helpdesk, and/or remote assistance tools
• Setup & maintain workstations and related hardware
• Troubleshoot/repair/replace hardware & software, peripherals, and other IT/AV systems

• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

• Assist with ongoing infrastructure projects
• Provide the best experience possible for all visitors
• Ensure the safety and cleanliness of the work area and share responsibility with all staff for the clean and neat appearance of the entire museum

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  The employee must be able to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Human Resources Generalist

Old Sturbridge Village is currently seeking a highly motivated Human Resources Generalist to support all day-to-day aspects of the Human Resources Operation as well as provide consultative and day-to-day HR Services support that impacts the immediate and future state of the Museum and Academy. This person will provide perspective and consultation on comprehensive HR policy, programs and processes and consult on HR services ensuring that leaders have considered all appropriate options. We are excited to find a candidate that is continually looking for ways to improve and offer support to the business that improve delivery of service, better alignment with business needs and improve overall efficiency. This position will report to the Director of Human Resources. This role will contribute to Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage the following employee benefit programs: 403(b), health, dental, HRA, FSA, life and long-term disability insurance, workers’ compensation as well as other benefits.
• Conduct background checks for all new hires.
• Provide comprehensive onboarding to new employees. Provide benefits counseling and review policies and procedures.
• Manage COBRA benefits and ensures timely and accurate enrollments, terminations and invoicing.
• Process and reconcile group insurance invoices (e.g., health, dental, life, disability, unemployment).
• Administer Family Medical Leaves and Workers’ Compensation document preparation. Maintain and track leaves.
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Support HR Director during annual projects such as open enrollment or annual reviews. As necessary, complete compensation surveys.
• Participate in recruitment management – assist hiring managers with search plans, screen candidates, interview and conduct reference checks.
• Assist the HR Director in compliance and policy research and development. Update policies, procedures and handbook.
• Keep confidential employee information current; design and run reports using HRIS and Excel. Ensure data integrity.
• Participate in a range of HR initiatives such as employee engagement, diversity, recognition, and training and development.
• Responsible for producing communications to staff on various HR initiatives such as, 403(b), Open Enrollment, compliance and other HR events.
• Provide backup support to payroll processing as needed.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and three of five years of related experience or equivalent experience or equivalent experience. Non-profit or school experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism and diplomacy.
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• A solid understanding of human resources (i.e., recruiting, hiring, policies, practices, performance appraisals, benefits, terminations, etc).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Experience with Human Capital Management Systems (I.e. iSolved).
• Must be well organized and able to multi-task, follow instructions, and prioritize assignments.
• Work collaborative as well as independently.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Must be accurate, detail oriented and work with a sense of urgency.
• Must have the ability to work with all levels within the organization including management, supervisors and employees.

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Coordinator of Internships and Fellowships

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor living history museum in New England, seeks an energetic and entrepreneurial professional to lead, manage, and expand our Intern and Fellow Programs. The Coordinator of Internships and Fellowships is a full-time position in the Museum Education Department and will report to the Director of Education. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with a higher education and post-graduate audiences, creating community partnerships, and attracting a diverse group of interns and fellows to Old Sturbridge Village. This role will contribute to Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to Diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

The Coordinator of Internships and Fellowships will oversee the existing College Internship and Fellowship Programs, and be tasked with growing and expanding these programs in the future. The current Summer College Internship program brings approximately 25 interns to the museum each summer for a 12-week intensive experience. For more information about the internship program visit: https://www.osv.org/about/working-at-the-village/internship-opportunities-at-the-village/college-internships/

The Yearlong Fellowship program is aimed at those who would like an in-depth opportunity to learn more about living history museums. Currently, Fellows focus on a specific area of the Interpretation and Curatorial departments, and at Old Sturbridge Academy working with an expert/mentor during their one year stay. Fellows live on campus at OSV. Areas of focus include: Curatorial work, Trades, Crafts, Households, Agriculture, Horticulture, Classroom Education, and Costume Study & Production. For more information about the fellowship program visit: https://www.osv.org/about/working-at-the-village/fellowships/

Essential Duties:

• Recruit, interview, and orient new interns and fellows
• Develop a new introductory summer intern training program and ongoing professional development schedule for summer
• Develop a new introductory fellow training program and create year-long professional development schedule
• Expand existing relationships with colleges and universities and build new partnerships to promote and expand programs
• Travel to college and universities to promote intern programs and host onsite visits
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Diversify pool of intern and fellow candidates with goal of increasing BIPOC candidates
• Expand internships across the institution into new departments
• Expand internship program to semester and year-long placements in addition to summer program
• Work with staff from various departments to determine needs and match interns and fellows, create work plans, and evaluate performance
• Work with the Reeder Family Lodges staff to oversee intern and fellow housing
• Work with Development Department on fundraising efforts including grants and sponsorships
• Work with Director of Education to draft budgets and ensure targets are met
• Provide career-planning services for interns and Fellows.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in History, Museum Studies, Education, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a museum setting
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Full Time Museum Custodian

Old Sturbridge Village is currently seeking a custodian to perform year-round cleaning duties for the Museum’s public restrooms, buildings, offices, exhibit spaces and other large-scale cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned. The primary responsibilities will be cleaning and maintaining the historical locations in the village, common areas and office areas to ensure the overall cleanliness and sanitation of Old Sturbridge Village facilities, buildings, and grounds. This role will contribute to Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

Must be able to work 5 days a week, 5:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. with weekend and holiday availability, required.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to plan and prioritize work, be self-motivated, and perform multiple tasks within a timely manner.
• Daily dusting, vacuuming, mopping, trash removal and restocking of bathrooms.
• Special projects as assigned, but not limited to washing walls and glass, and steam cleaning of carpets.
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Care for certain collection items in museum exhibit spaces as directed.
• Knowledge of the use of tools, techniques, equipment, and procedures required in the cleaning of buildings.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills:

Knowledge and ability to properly use chemicals, general equipment and tools of the custodial trade.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups
• Position may require employee to stand for long periods of time.
• Related custodial or maintenance experience, preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
• Ability to read, write and communicate, routine information.
• Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs occasionally

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

21st Century District Coordinator (Part-time)

The 21st Century District Coordinator is responsible for the oversight of the 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) Extended Day Program, based at Old Sturbridge Village in the Museum Education Center. The 21st CCLC Program is operated under the guidelines of the 21st CCLC grants mandated by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (MA DESE). The District Coordinator position is responsible for all program-related data collection, reporting, budget, and fulfilling grant requirements. This is a part-time position with variable hours averaging 10 hours per week.

21st CCLC Programs support the creation of community learning centers that provide academic enrichment opportunities during non-school hours for children, particularly high needs students. The program is a museum-based program that offers students a broad array of project-based learning enrichment activities that can complement their regular academic programs. The school year program is for Kindergarten-5th grade students and runs Tuesday-Friday, with periodic program days during weekends or school vacations. There is also a summer program that runs for 4-6 weeks in July and August. This role will ensure Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage-breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field
• Experience working with schools to design and run programming
• Experience in a school or informal learning environment such as an afterschool program, museum, or camp
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Strong project management and coordination skills
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Essential Duties:

• Site Support
  • Program Observation- both informal (daily) and formal (APT 2xs per year)
  • Collaborate with Old Sturbridge Academy (partner school) including Principal, Elementary and Middle School Deans, and Director of Special Education.
  • Oversee Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) licensing process
• Data and evaluation
  • Survey of Academic Youth Outcomes (SAYO)-Youth, SAYO-Teacher, and SAYO-Staff (Due January, June, September)
  • Work with Old Sturbridge Academy to include other assessments as necessary
• Financial Oversight
  • Budget development and tracking in collaboration with accounting staff
• Grant writing in collaboration with schools and partners:
  • New competitive grant opportunities are usually in spring (April)
  • Continuation Grants (August/September)
  • Enhancement Grants for summer (late spring)
• Reporting:
  • MA DESE  Mid-year (with enrollment data, pre-SAYO)
  • MA DESE  Year-end (with enrollment, attendance, and SAYO data)
  • MA DESE  Summer (with enrollment, attendance, and SAYO data)
• Attend DESE run professional development and coordinator meetings
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

21st Century Program Site Coordinator (Part-time)

The 21st Century Site Coordinator is responsible for the daily management of the 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) Extended Day Program, based at Old Sturbridge Village in the Museum Education Center. The 21st CCLC Program is operated under the guidelines of the 21st CCLC grants mandated by Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (MA DESE). The position is part-time, 20 hours per week. The required hours are Monday-Friday, 2:00-5:30, with additional flexible planning hours to total 20 hours per week.

21st CCLC Programs support the creation of community learning centers that provide academic enrichment opportunities during non-school hours for children, particularly high needs students. The program is a museum-based program that offers students a broad array of project-based learning enrichment activities that can complement their regular academic programs. The school year program is for Kindergarten-5th grade students and runs Tuesday-Friday, with periodic program days during weekends or school vacations. This role will ensure Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field
• Experience working with schools to design and run programming
• Experience in a school or informal learning environment such as an afterschool program, museum, or camp
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Strong project management and coordination skills
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Essential Duties:

• Site Support/Management
  • Implement, and oversee 21st CCLC afterschool program
  • Supervise and mentor program staff
  • Program Observation
  • Create an implement family engagement plan to facilitate educational opportunities to increase literacy and related educational development.
  • Maintain district and program health and safety protocols (including COVID19)
  • Collaborate with Old Sturbridge Academy (partner school) including Principal, Elementary and Middle School Deans, and Director of Special Education
• Data and evaluation
  • Track student enrollment and daily attendance
• Attend DESE run professional development and coordinator meetings
• Promote diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Regular, Part-time Museum Educator

Do you love working with children? Looking for a part-time job in an energy-filled, social work environment? Come join the education staff of Old Sturbridge Village – New England’s largest living history museum.

OSV is looking to add experienced educators for the 21^st Century Community Learning Centers Extended Day Program and the Learning Through Experiences Program. Both programs are for students who attend Old Sturbridge Academy, a Kindergarten through 7^th grade public charter school located on the Old Sturbridge Village campus.

The Learning Through Experience (LTE) program is an immersive, educational program that occurs every Monday from 11:00 am-2:30 pm and Tuesday from 9:30-2:30 pm.

The 21^st Century Learning Centers Program (21^st CCLC) is a Massachusetts Department of Education-funded afterschool enrichment program. The program runs Tuesday-Thursday from 2:30-5:30 pm and there is additional planning and meeting time built into the schedule. This is a project-based learning program where educators work with a group of 10 or fewer students during the school year adapting and teaching a curriculum developed by Old Sturbridge Village.

The schedule for this position is flexible, with hours ranging from 5-15 regular hours per week depending on the availability of the people hired, with potential to work additional hours Monday-Friday based on teaching needs including school field trips and Home School Days.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

Qualifications:

• You are experienced working with children in a teaching environment
• You are interested in history and science, and sharing it in tangible ways
• You thrive working with people, and children specifically
• You are adaptable, and able to pivot quickly when needed
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Essential Duties:

• Following lesson plans to teach activities for Kindergarten-5^th grade students in a museum-based informal learning environment
• Working with 1-2 other educators to team-teach with groups ranging from 10-20 students
• Prepping supplies
• Designing activities for after school clubs as part of the 21^st CCLC Program
• Attending training and professional development sessions as needed

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Part Time Line Cook

This position will help prepare and serve food using recipes and menu items created by the Executive Chef and helps keep the kitchen running smoothly. This role will contribute to Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage-breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

This is a part-time position with limited benefits.

Must be able to work approximately 25 hours a week with a flexible schedule consisting of days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Essential Duties:

Under the direct supervision of the Executive Chef the Line cook’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing all food for Bullard Tavern guests in an organized timely manner
• Ensuring the highest level of food quality at all times
• Present and prepare all food according to Old Sturbridge Village standards and recipes
• Knowledge of proper food handling and allergen awareness
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Prepare soups, salads, meats, vegetables, desserts and other food for consumption throughout the food service locations of Old Sturbridge Village
• All other duties as assigned
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.

Qualifications:

• Culinary degree and/or 3 to 4 years of food preparation experience preferred
• Ability to read, write and communicate routine information
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50lbs

Preferred:

• ServSafe Certification
• TIPS Certification

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org