TABLE OF CONTENTS

• REGISTER NOW FOR CAM'S STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHOP
• ONLY ONE WEEK LEFT TO SUBMIT A PROPOSAL FOR THE 2006 CAM CONFERENCE
• TWO CALIFORNIA MUSEUMS RECEIVE AAM ACCREDITATION
• FEDERAL FUNDING UPDATE
• OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS
• MUSEUMS IN THE NEWS
• JOB OPPORTUNITIES
• GRANT DEADLINES
• BACK ISSUES OF CAM E-NEWS
• CONTACT CAM

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REMINDER: CAM CONFERENCE IN FEBRUARY 2006
SAVE THE DATE! The next CAM conference, Eyes on the Horizon: Envisioning and Realizing Our Future, will be held February 21-24, 2006 at the Monterey Beach Resort in Monterey. Monterey's breathtaking natural beauty and cultural offerings will be the backdrop for an unforgettable conference. Visit CAM CONFERENCE for additional information.

Get the Word Out in CAM e-News!
Please email the CAM office at cam@calmuseums.org to list any announcements pertaining to professional development programs, grant opportunities, or related opportunities in future editions of CAM e-News and on the CAM web site. Since it is not possible to include all the details of an announcement, please include a phone number, web site address, or email address so interested parties can get additional information. Please do not exceed a limit of 150 words per listing. All announcements are subject to editing by CAM personnel.

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT / FRESNO METROPOLITAN MUSEUM
Reporting to the Executive Director, the successful candidate will have a minimum of seven years of proven and successful experience in initiating and implementing development and fund raising strategies including leading capital campaigns, major gifts and other membership drives and special events. Individual for this visible position will be a highly motivated, dynamic results-oriented person with leadership skills and the ability to inspire others with a shared vision. A rare opportunity to work with a staff whose backgrounds include experience at the Whitney Museum and the Tate. Located in the Central Valley, Fresno is California's sixth largest city with a population of 450,000 and is east of Carmel and west of Yosemite National Park. Very generous salary and benefits. For more information, please email patricia.serenbetz@ezi.net for a detailed description or call her in Los Angeles at (213) 337-1537.

ASSISTANT REGISTRAR / ORANGE COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART
The Orange County Museum of Art, Newport Beach, California, invites immediate applications for the position of Assistant Registrar. The position reports to the Registrar and will assist with all aspects of registration in the care of the museum’s collection of approximately 3,000 works of art. The Assistant Registrar will primarily assist in maintaining permanent collection records and participate in departmental projects including inventory and the ongoing refinement of storage systems. This position will also be responsible for extended loans, rights and reproduction requests, and coordinating arrangements for exhibitions as assigned by the Registrar in collaboration with the curators. Position requires a B.A. in art history, museum studies, or a related field, and one or more years of experience in collection management or museum registration. Preference will be given to applicants who have some knowledge of techniques, practices, and standards with regard to museum registration methods, exhibitions, copyright, and collections management. Knowledge of computer-based registration systems is desired. Flexibility and the ability to work with a diverse staff as well as lenders are essential. Salary range: $28,000-$31,000. Submit a letter of application with resume, salary history and the names of three references to Janet Lomax (jlomax@ocma.net), Curatorial Associate, Orange County Museum of Art, 850 San Clemente Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660.

MULTIMEDIA WEB DEVELOPER - PROGRAMMER / REUBEN H. FLEET SCIENCE CENTER
The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center is looking for a talented individual to join our creative Multimedia department in maintaining, developing and enhancing our online website. Requirements: Highly motivated and enthusiastic web developer with proven ability to work as a member of a team or independently. Must have working knowledge in building Intranets. Maintain code, troubleshoot and fix bugs, provide internal support and implement new functionality to improve front-end web pages and intranet. For a complete job listing visit www.rhfleet.org/site/jobs/mwdp.html.

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT FOR MAJOR GIFTS / SAN FRANCISCO MUSEUM OF MODERN ART
The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) seeks a seasoned major gifts professional with demonstrated outstanding performance in fundraising to involve, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual major donors who have the potential to make restricted gifts of $25,000 or more to SFMOMA. Extensive knowledge of fundraising principles, techniques and ethics; extensive experience in devising strategies for cultivation and solicitation of major donors is required. Demonstrated track record of achieving revenue goals, analysis of budgets and revenue forecasts, and strategic and long range planning. Requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills; sound judgment and strong professional presence; possession of a collegial management style that promotes team work, creativity and open communication. Also requires the ability to motivate and interact effectively with Board, volunteers, donors and Museum staff at all levels. Salary commensurate with experience. For a detailed job description please visit our website: www.sfmoma.org. To apply, please submit application, resume and three references to: SFMOMA Human Resources, 151 Third Street, San Francisco, CA 94103. Position open until filled. EEO/AA.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EXHIBIT INTERPRETER/ REUBEN H. FLEET SCIENCE CENTER
The role of the Early Childhood Exhibit Interpreter is to facilitate the interaction of museum patrons and young children with the various exhibits and activities related to the Fleet’s early childhood exhibit gallery. E.C.E. Interpreters also implement various early childhood related programming. They are also responsible for monitoring the gallery for safety and for light maintenance and troubleshooting of exhibits. For a complete job listing visit www.rhfleet.org/site/jobs/ecei.html.

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT AND MARKETING / SAN MATEO COUNTY HISTORY MUSEUM
San Mateo County History Museum seeks Director of Development and Marketing to manage all planning, execution and evaluation of the Museum’s fundraising and marketing. The Museum has a $1 million budget. The Director of Development and Marketing supervises two full-time employees. College degree and at least four years work experience in non profit fundraising, marketing and/or communications. Highly motivated self starter. Good writing and verbal skills. Knowledge and appropriate level of experience with computers essential. Demonstrated management skills and ability to work effectively with trustees, staff and volunteers. Familiarity with corporate and foundation community preferred along with membership enhancement and deferred giving experience. Demonstrated success with annual campaign, special events, grant writing and donor research necessary. Competitive salary with benefits. Send resume and salary requirements to President, San Mateo County History Museum, 777 Hamilton Street, Redwood City, CA 94063 (mitch@samhist.com).

ARCHIVIST / CHARLES M. SCHULZ MUSEUM
The Mission of the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center is to preserve, display, and interpret the art of Charles M. Schulz and the Peanuts characters. Reporting to the Museum Director, the Archivist is responsible for all aspects of management of the Research Center, including processing and managing the Museum’s archival and library collections, assisting patrons and staff with access to materials contained in the Research Center, and supervising any archives support staff, interns, and volunteers. This position reviews department practices, develops and monitors department budget, makes recommendations on archival collections management policies and procedures, and participates in the planning of exhibitions. This is a full-time position. Job applications will be accepted until May 31, 2005. Please send cover letter, resume, and salary history to: Karen Johnson, Director; Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center, 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95403; (707) 579-4452 x104 and karen@schulzmuseum.org.

FINANCE MANAGER / HISTORY SAN JOSE
History San Jose, the largest history museum in South Bay, with budget of approximately $2 million in government, donated, and generated funds, seeks an assertive professional Finance Manager who will assume responsibility for all aspects of financial management, in accord with FASB requirements for nonprofit organizations. Reporting directly to the CEO, responsibilities include, but are not limited to, oversight of all financial policies, procedures, and systems; supervision and coordination of cash management procedures and functions; maintenance of all financial records; generation and analysis of accurate and timely financial reports; payroll administration; preparation and monitoring of budget; preparation for and support of annual audit; supervise half-time Finance Clerk; and staff the Board's Finance Committee. Appropriate undergraduate degree in finance, business, or accounting and five (5) years of progressive experience in a government or non-profit organization required. Must be familiar with fund accounting, GAAP and FASB accounting requirements for nonprofits, and MIP nonprofit financial management system. Familiarity or experience with a nonprofit cultural institution preferable. Must have demonstrated ability to compile and present financial information in graphic format. Prefer someone who can contribute to the cultural richness of the organization and community. A security check will be required. Position is available immediately. Exempt position; salary range $50,000 - $60,000. Forward letter and resume directly to dcrosson@historysanjose.org, or David Crosson, President & CEO, History San José, 1650 Senter Road, San José, CA 95112. No calls, please.

SENIOR CURATOR / AUTRY NATIONAL CENTER
Provide leadership and direction in planning, developing, and implementation of a comprehensive program utilizing the museum’s collections for curation of exhibits, research, documentation, publications, and public access. Under the supervision of the museum’s director, develop and maintain standards, criteria and guidelines to assure that curatorial and research efforts are carried out in a thorough and objective manner and adhere to established goals, policies, and schedules. Direct on-going programs such as repatriation, collection management, electronic cataloguing initiatives and other registration documentation. Assist in the coordination of a comprehensive conservation program and participate in program planning of a new cultural resources building for collections management functions and exhibits. Represent the museum and the national center in contacts with professional organizations, the academic community and Native American groups and organizations. Assure timely publication of research, development of exhibits, public programs, and special events. For more information, visit www..museumoftheamericanwest.org/museum/employment.php.

MUSEUM TEACHER / AUTRY NATIONAL CENTER
The Autry National Center has two immediate openings for part-time museum teachers. By using prepared lesson plans, replicas, teaching carts, and a range of other materials and resources, the Museum Teachers help visitors bring meaning to the art and artifacts in our collections and exhibitions. Specific duties include, but are not limited to: conducting lessons and activities for pre-K-12 students, adults and families; participating in researching, designing and implementing grade-appropriate materials; teaching gallery lessons and activities for family audiences on weekends and holidays. Schedule can be flexible, but is generally Tuesday-Friday mornings, including some holidays, weekends, and Thursday evenings up to 20 hours per week. For more information, visit www..museumoftheamericanwest.org/museum/employment.php.

HOW TO ADD A JOB LISTING
Please email the CAM office at cam@calmuseums.org to list any job opportunities in future editions of CAM e-News and on the CAM web site. Since it is not possible to include all the details of a job description, please include a phone number, web site address, and/or email address so interested applicants can get additional information and/or obtain a complete job description. Please do not exceed a limit of 150 words per listing. All listings will be posted on the web site for 4 weeks. NOTE NEW PRICING EFFECTIVE APRIL 28, 2005: There is no charge to promote job listings for current CAM institutional members. For nonmembers, the fee for each job listing is $50.