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Hiring Organization: Princeton Battlefield Society
Location: P.O. Box 7645, Princeton, NJ 08543
Website: https://www.pbs1777.org
Organization Description: Friends organization of the Princeton Battlefield State Park. Primarily focused on educational programs and events, plus preservation of site assets.
Job Title: Program Director
Job Status: Temporary/Contractor
Compensation: $30,000
Benefits: No
Position Summary: The management and successful completion of the PBS annual calendar of programs and events, including Experience the Battle of Princeton, Young Patriots Day, Revolutionary Sundays!, etc.
Work Schedule: 15-20hrs per week
Position Responsibilities:
Planning, managing and evaluating identified programs and services. Supervision of a Program Assistant. Program Director will be supervised by the PBS Development Specialist and Board President.
Position Qualifications:
Event & program management experiences, promotions, interest in American history, prior work with volunteers, planning and budget management.
Physical demands of job: Very limited.
How to Apply: Send request for a Program Director packet to Bill Marsch at wrmarsch@gmail.com. Deadline for receiving a resume is the end of October.
Hiring Organization: Wildwood Historical Society
Location: 3907 Pacific Ave. Wildwood, NJ 08260
Website: https://www.wildwoodhistoricalmuseum.com/
Organization Description: The mission of the nonprofit Wildwood Historical Society is to operate and maintain the home and contents of the George F. Boyer Historical Museum for the Wildwoods, their citizens and visitors. We also promote public support, knowledge of and interest in history, culture and art, and expand the historical, cultural and artistic horizons of the citizens and visitors of the Wildwoods with educational programs and events.
Job Title: Assistant Museum Manager
Job Status: Part-Time
Compensation: $20/hour, 15 hours per week
Benefits: No
Position Summary: Wildwood Historical Society is seeking a friendly, organized Assistant Museum Manager to serve as the welcoming face of our museum and handle day-to-day administrative operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys history, connecting with visitors, and keeping an office running smoothly.
Work Schedule: The Historical Society is open from May through October, with the following schedule:
• May-Memorial Day: Thursday–Saturday, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
• Memorial Day-Labor Day: Open Daily, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
• Labor Day-Columbus Day Weekend: Thursday–Saturday, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Currently, we are seeking someone to cover three days a week between Memorial Day and Labor Day, although there may be additional work opportunities in the weeks before and after that range.
Position Responsibilities:
Visitor Experience
• Greet visitors, provide an overview of the Museum's collections and displays, and have them sign in
• Answer questions, assist with locating materials, and circulate through rooms regularly
• Offer the newsletter to visitors and thank them as they leave
• Administer the Geo-Cache program for visitors
Research & Communications
• Create and fulfill research requests using books, binders, files, and by emailing board members as needed
• Answer phones, log and relay messages to board members
• Sort and respond to mail and email, forwarding items to the appropriate board member
Administration & Recordkeeping
• Schedule and coordinate group visits and book signings
• Manage gift shop sales and restock inventory
• Maintain membership records and mailing lists; send thank-you notes for large donations
• Update donation logs and membership addresses
• Send memorial letters for monetary donations received
• Process donated items: collect completed accession forms from donors and route items for Accession Committee review
• Process newsletter-related donation checks: log, copy for the Treasurer, endorse for deposit, complete deposit slips, and route to the Treasurer
• Maintain organized filing and binder systems
Facilities
• Perform light daily upkeep: clean bathrooms, vacuum, dust, clean display cases, empty trash, and sweep the sidewalk
• Set up outdoor signage and flags
• Monitor and restock office and cleaning supplies
Position Qualifications:
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills; polite, courteous, and welcoming demeanor
• Basic computer proficiency (scanning, email, document typing)
• Comfortable with light administrative, clerical, and organizational tasks
• Ability to multitask and manage time independently
• Interest in local history and museum operations a plus
Physical demands of job: Routine computer operations, lifting and moving certain items
How to Apply: Email serpico@gmail.com with a resume.
Resumes
Name: Myles Lim
Email: lim.mylesdavid@gmail.com
Phone: 609-751-4276
Address, city, state, zip code: 1 Sutton Lane
Summary: Public historian with strong research, writing, and interpretive skills developed through graduate-level historical scholarship and hands-on experience with local historical societies. Adept at communicating complex historical narratives to diverse audiences, supporting educational programming, and producing digital content that enhances public engagement. Experienced in archival research, visitor services, and historical storytelling through both written and visual media.
Education:
Georgetown University: MA in Global, Comparative, and International History (2023-2025)
Fairleigh Dickinson University: BA in History {High Honors} (2018-2022)
Work History:
Historical Society of West Windsor – West Windsor, NJ
Volunteer Docent & Researcher | 2021–2023
• Helped as volunteer docent of the Schenck Farmstead, interpreting local agricultural and community history for visitors of all ages.
• Developed indoor interpretive signage to improve visitor experience and accessibility.
• Supported educational programming and public outreach initiatives.
Kingston Historical Society– Kingston NJ
Archival Volunteer | 2024–2026 ● Per my role as an archival volunteer, was heavily involved in biweekly working meetings. ● Through this opportunity, I have scanned/digitized archival documents to the KHS online database. ● Actively worked with the KHS Archival Team on planning/participating in history talk events, alongside planning for Open House events.
Wood, Stone & Steel – Great Meadows, NJ
Freelance Videographer | 2024–2026
• Produced/filmed video content for a YouTube channel focused on traditional building methods and material culture.
Skills:
•Historical Research and Interpretation
• Archival Literacy
• Public Speaking & Visitor Engagement
• Writing & Editing
• Digital Storytelling & Videography
• Primary Source Analysis
• Educational Program Support
• Microsoft Word & PowerPoint
References:
Paul Ligeti: President, Historical Society of West Windsor (609) 751-4061, westwindsorhistory@gmail.com
Charles Dieterich: Board Member, Kingston Historical Society, charlesdieterich@gmail.com
Name: Satya I. Allen, M.A.
Email: oasissheep@gmail.com
Phone: 201-290-7273
Address, city, state, zip code: Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
Summary: I am a historian-in-training who has recently graduated from Fordham University with an M.A. in Modern European History. My main proficiencies within historical studies lie with print history & culture, subcultural studies, and studies of masculinity. I have clerical experience, as well as years of archival, research, and editing experience. I am seeking a (preferably) full-time position.
Education:
Fordham University - M.A. Modern European History (2025–6)
Stockton University - B.A. Historical Studies, minor Latin (2021–4), graduated with program distinction.
Saddle Brook High School - (2017–21)
Work History:
I have spent the last four years as a full time student, however, my most relevant work experience is:
• Oral History Project Editor - Fordham University Alumni Relations Office - (temporary work) May to June 2025
Assisted with editing and transcribing alumni testimonies to be consistent with the Fordham University manual of style, to be used for a later, published work.
• Eta Sigma Phi Student Worker to the Executive Secretary, October 2022 to December 2024
Under the direction of the Executive Secretary of Eta Sigma Phi, I worked to maintain the national membership database, manage and ship regalia, communicate via email and by post, create membership cards, and keep inventory of Eta Sigma Phi products.
• Latin Tutor - Stockton University - semesterly work, January to May 2023
Help students with Latin assignments and work, as well as provide lessons as needed to review grammatical concepts as well as translation aid.
Skills:
Language proficiency in Latin, 10+ years. Knowledge of Office and Google Suites, publishing experience, archival and research experience, data and word processing, studio art (illustrating, painting), music production.
References:
Upon Request
Name: Michelle D. Novak, MI (formerly, MLIS)
Email: mnovakdesign@me.com
Phone: 917-363-1521
Address, city, state, zip code: North Jersey
Summary: I am a highly experienced, archivist, exhibit designer and historic house manager, professional brand-designer (print, web, social, logos, presentation, strategy, etc.) looking for contract or part-/full-time employment. As a multi-decade business owner, I am skilled in many areas and have served as a editor, webmaster, communications designer, and trustee for multiple history and genealogy nonprofits.
Education:
Bachelors of Fine Arts, Design and Illustration, Rhode Island School of Design
Masters of Information (MI, formerly MLIS designation), Archives and Preservation, Rutgers (Summa Cum Laude)
Work History:
– Majority self-employed with clients in nonprofit education and genealogy, tech and NASA-funded startup navigation, finserv, and other concentrations. Worked extensively with C-suite leadership.
– Vice President, Oakland Historical Society
– Vice President, Genealogical Society of Bergen County
– Former Trustee in multiple areas, Genealogical Society of New Jersey (GSNJ), American Institute of Graphics Arts NY-Chapter
– Former Leader, Society of American Archivists, SNAP Section
– Former Grant Administrator for GSNJ and the New Jersey Early Land Records Project at the New Jersey State Archives (NHPRC and SCWNJ)
– Former Conference Team for National Genealogical Society
Skills:
Communications:
– Writing / Editing
– Multi-Platform Design (Branding; Website Design and Build; Social; Newsletters, Magazines, and Books; Presentation)
– Archival Management (Organization and Cataloging, Metadata, Communications and Promotion)
References:
NJSA, NYG&B, The Pursuit of History
(Details to be furnished upon Request)
Name: Jack O'Byrne, PhD
Email: historicgrantsolutions@gmail.com
Phone: 267-496-4411
Address, city, state, zip code: 2307 Cedar Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
Summary: Executive Director of the Camden County Historical Society semi-retiring on July 4, 2026 and seeking remote grant writing, grant administration, project management and administrative work with my 1-person consulting firm called Historic & Community Grant Solutions, LLC.
Education:
PhD – Public Administration & Policy, Virginia Tech
Senior Executive Certificate – Harvard Kennedy School
MS – Urban Affairs & Policy Analysis, Southern Illinois University
BS – Political Science, Sacred Heart University
Work History:
President & Principal Consultant – Historic & Community Grant Solutions, LLC, Philadelphia, PA (2014–Present) Founder of a consulting firm providing nonprofit management, grant development, historic preservation planning, and capital project leadership.
Selected Engagements:
Camden County Historical Society – Executive Director (2015–2026)
• Led organizational turnaround of historic institution founded in 1899.
• Raised more than $10 million in grants and philanthropic funding.
• Directed restoration and adaptive reuse of six historic buildings.
• Managing restoration of the Benjamin Cooper Tavern (1734) as the future American Revolution Museum of Southern New Jersey, opening June 20, 2026
• Planning the Restoration of the Hopkins House at Cooper River Park
Camden Shipyard & Maritime Museum – Executive Director & Curator (2015–2025)
• Opened new maritime museum in 2016 after restoration of historic 1893 church building.
• Raised $2 million in project funding.
• Curated new exhibits including Maritime Hall and the Shipyard Workers House.
Additional Clients: Camden Community Development Association; John F. Peto Studio Museum; Philadelphia Yearly Meeting – Society of Friends; Good Shepherd Mediation Program; Nicholas Virgilio Haiku Writers House; Heart of Camden, and; The Friends of the White Hill Mansion.
Skills:
Historic & Community Grant Solutions, LLC is a consulting firm specializing in nonprofit management, historic preservation initiatives, cultural tourism development, and grant-funded capital projects. The firm assists museums, historic sites, and community organizations with strategic planning, major grant development, capital project implementation, and partnership building. Clients include historic museums, preservation organizations, and community development nonprofits throughout New Jersey and the Philadelphia region.
References:
Chris Perks, President, Board of Trustees, Camden County Historical Society
Jim Cummings, President, Camden Shipyard & Maritime Museum
Name: Benjamin Klein
Email: kleinb@lafayette.edu
I am a history student at Lafayette College aspiring to become a professor. Currently in my junior year, I am eager to gain research and archival experience prior to applying to graduate programs for a master’s degree in history. I live in Tenafly, New Jersey, and would be happy to work at any available location within the area. I am presently studying abroad in Rome and will return on May 5. Upon my return, I would be eager to begin working and contributing as soon as possible. I am open to unpaid opportunities and am primarily seeking experience working with historical research, archives, and collections. I would be grateful for the opportunity to contribute to and learn from one of our state’s outstanding historical societies.