August 23, 2011
Densho is seeking to fill four positions in the coming months. To apply for the job openings listed below, please send your resume (Word, PDF, or Plain text) and a cover letter describing your interest to jobs@densho.org by Friday, September 30, 2011.
Please put the title of the position to which you are applying in the subject field. All applications will be held in confidence. All submissions and questions should be sent via email — please no phone inquiries. Office ManagerDensho seeks an Office Manager to organize the day-to-day operations of the Densho office, perform general administrative tasks, and assist the Executive Director as needed. This individual will also provide key support for Densho’s Education Program, and fundraising and outreach efforts.Full job announcement: https://densho.org/assets/images/Office_Manager.pdf Photo and Document Collections ManagerWe are also seeking an individual with a strong working knowledge of Japanese American historical content to manage Densho’s collaborative National Digital Repository Project. The Photo and Document Collections Manager will work with donors and institutional partners to acquire new content, provide training and support to Repository partners, and assist in the digitization process of photos and documents.Full job announcement: https://densho.org/assets/images/Collections_Manager.pdf Outreach and Communications ManagerWe need a Communications and Outreach Manager to help develop a creative communications strategy for a national network of educators, and manage and contribute content for Densho’s social media channels and external communications. This person will work not only to enliven Densho’s external media presence but also to strategize outreach and further engagement in the Education Program.Full job announcement: https://densho.org/assets/images/Communications_Manager.pdf Web Application DeveloperWe are looking for a Web Application Developer to provide technical support for Densho’s public website and its digital archive of video interviews, photos and documents. This contract position will be responsible for the design, implementation and subsequent maintenance of custom web applications supporting Densho’s expanding organizational needs. Full job announcement: https://densho.org/assets/images/Web_Application_Developer.pdf