EMPLOYMENT
EMPLOYMENT
Working at Olana – Current Openings
The Olana Partnership
Education Coordinator (Full-Time)
Department: Education
Reports to: Director of Education and Public Programs
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Salary: $40,000-$45,000 commensurate with experience
Position Description
The Education Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the coordination and facilitation of educational programs for school and family audiences (K-12 field trips, family programs, and tours) and the public (events, public programs, virtual webinars, and classes). The Education Coordinator plays a large role in program administration by coordinating event registration, marketing efforts and logistics for onsite facilitation of programs. The education coordinator serves a key role in coordinating and facilitating K-12 school visits and family programs. As a member of education programming staff, the Education Coordinator works to support programs and events with a team of 10 contracted educators that attract a diverse range of participants of all ages, backgrounds, and interests.
Primary Duties:
- Coordinating and leading field trips and other programs about Frederic Church’s Olana for a wide range of audiences included but not limited to PreK-12 classes, families, adults, and summer youth audiences.
- Overseeing and teaching Panorama Summer Art & Nature Program, a five-week day program for 6-11 year olds focusing on the intersections of environmental science, art, sculpture, architecture, and engineering among other topics.
- Assisting the Director of Education and Public Programs with:
- general program administration and logistics,
- event set up and check-in,
- program and event registration,
- outreach activities as needed
- managing Education programming schedule and calendars,
- maintaining Wagon House Education Center space and assisting with event cleanup,
- introducing speakers and programs and assisting with phone inquiries.
Works Tuesday-Saturday schedule except for in July and August when role transitions to Monday-Friday for summer youth program coverage; must be able to carry chairs and tables (around 30lbs), walk longer distances during outdoor programs, and work outside in all seasons.
Supervisory Duties:
Oversees workshop leaders and occasional contracted educators and program volunteers.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- A documented interest in at least one of the following is required: museum education, education, art history, history, art education and/or interpretation.
- Impeccable attention to detail and experience with administrative tasks is required.
- Experience working with the public and excellent interpersonal skills a must; demonstrated experience working with school-aged audiences and prior teaching experience preferred.
- Experience coordinating public programs in a museum, park, or other cultural setting a plus.
- An interest in researching content related to Frederic Church’s Olana to prepare for and brainstorm public programs; an interest in creating programs that showcase a diverse range of topics and expertise included but not limited to: art history, history, landscape architecture, preservation, ecology, environmentalism, indigenous history, art-making.
- A reflective approach and ability to think creatively to implement programming for diverse audiences.
- An interest in accessibility and equity in museum and cultural spaces and a documented commitment to DEI initiatives and accessible programming.
- Ability to work independently and capably collaborate with partner organizations and The Olana Partnership staff.
- Experience using Microsoft Office and Google software (Drive, Calendars, Currents, Docs) required.
- Enthusiastic demeanor and welcoming presence required.
- Ability to multi-task and work flexibility is required; a positive and unflappable demeanor is a bonus.
- English fluency required; Spanish and/or Bengali language fluency is a plus.
- Current driver’s license require
- Red Cross First Aid Certification preferred
Please note:
The Olana Partnership is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
As required by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation, all candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening, and all offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. Olana State Historic Site is a tobacco-free environment.
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to Carolyn Keogh at ckeogh@olana.org.
About Olana and The Olana Partnership: Olana is the masterwork of Frederic Edwin Church (1826-1900), the most famous American landscape artist of the mid-19th century. Olana’s 250-acre artistdesigned landscape with five miles of carriage roads and a Persian-inspired house at its summit embraces unrivaled panoramic views of the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains and welcomes more than 170,000 visitors annually. The landscape is open daily from 8 AM-sunset. Olana State Historic Site, administered by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, is a designated National Historic Landmark and one of the most visited sites in the state. The Olana Partnership is the 501(c)(3) not-for-profit cooperative partner of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at Olana State Historic Site.
The Olana Partnership
Contracted K-12 Educator
Department: Education
Reports to: Education Coordinator & Director of Education and Public Programs
FLSA Status: Contracted – these positions are not full or part-time employment and are paid a per-program rate.
Compensation: Educators are paid $200 per school field trip ($100 for abridged tours). This rate is inclusive of prep, research and clean-up. The training rate is $20 per hour. This contracted role does not provide benefits.
About the Position:
- The Olana Partnership seeks two contracted K-12 Educators to join the Education Team and provide interactive experiences for K-12 school and youth audiences at Olana State Historic Site.
- These positions facilitate specific student, family, and youth programs on a contracted basis.
- These positions are not full or part-time employment and are paid a per-program rate.
- Olana’s school, youth, and family programs focus on art, environmental science, history, and architecture through place-based learning at a landmark site of American art, Olana.
- K-12 Educators at Olana lead field trips, weekend family programs, drop-in artmaking programs, and summer youth programs.
- All programs incorporate inquiry-based teaching strategies and hands-on activities for all ages.
- Trainings are provided in the Spring and Fall, for which Educators are paid.
- K-12 Educators work on selected program days when available Tuesdays-Saturdays.
Position Responsibilities:
- Facilitate field trips, school programs, family, and youth programs by engaging students, teachers, and families in inquiry and hands-on activities.
- Attend 1-3 trainings led by The Olana Partnership staff throughout the year.
- Work within provided program guidelines for each program and design lesson plans that are responsive to grade level, audience, and developmental needs.
- Prepare materials, research, and teaching tools for each group’s visit.
- Clean up after each program and aid Education Coordinator in maintaining organization of the Wagon House Education Center.
- Work with full-time staff to communicate about specific program needs, concerns, and/or evaluate programs as needed.
Qualifications:
- Prior K-12 teaching experience is required.
- AA, AS, BA or BS in art, art education, education, history, art history, or museum studies preferred.
- Prior experiences teaching in a museum or cultural setting is appreciated, but not required.
- Excellent communication skills and an enthusiasm for working with school-aged children is a must.
- An interest in researching content related to Frederic Church’s Olana to prepare for field trips and an ability to learn and retain information to support age-appropriate program facilitation is required.
- A reflective approach and ability to think creatively.
- Ability to work independently and proactively while being a team player.
- An interest in fostering accessible and equitable experiences for school groups in museum and cultural spaces.
- Commitment to equity and accessibility within education environments. Documentation of this commitment preferred.
- English fluency required; Spanish and/or Bengali language fluency is a plus.
- Red Cross First Aid Certification preferred
- Must be able to carry chairs and tables (around 30lbs), walk longer distances during outdoor programs, and work outside in all seasons.
Please note:
The Olana Partnership is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
As required by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation, all candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening, and all offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. Olana State Historic Site is a tobacco-free environment.
To apply, please submit a resume, short cover letter, and a sample lesson plan demonstrating your past experiences working with youth audiences in an educational capacity to Carolyn Keogh at ckeogh@olana.org.
About Olana and The Olana Partnership: Olana is the masterwork of Frederic Edwin Church (1826-1900), the most famous American landscape artist of the mid-19th century. Olana’s 250-acre artistdesigned landscape with five miles of carriage roads and a Persian-inspired house at its summit embraces unrivaled panoramic views of the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains and welcomes more than 170,000 visitors annually. The landscape is open daily from 8 AM-sunset. Olana State Historic Site, administered by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, is a designated National Historic Landmark and one of the most visited sites in the state. The Olana Partnership is the 501(c)(3) not-for-profit cooperative partner of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at Olana State Historic Site.
The Olana Partnership
Accounting & Administrative Assistant (Full-Time)
Department: Administration
Reports to: Director of Finance and Administration
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Starting pay: $20 – $22/hour
Position Description
The Olana Partnership (TOP) seeks an enthusiastic and proactive individual to join our highly collaborative community as a full-time Accounting & Administrative Assistant. This position supports our accounting department and TOP staff in Cosy Cottage. The ideal candidate will demonstrate an ability to proactively manage various open tasks independently as well as collaboratively, have the ability to multitask and complete time-sensitive projects on schedule and be willing and eager to learn and adapt in a fluid environment.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Sort and prepare A/R and A/P for entry
- Accurately type data into financial software and spreadsheets
- Follow The Olana Partnership’s data entry systems and methods
- Merge data from different systems
- Supply accounting staff with requested information
- Manage and archive files
- Keep sensitive information confidential
- Coordinate cleaning & maintenance of and oil/propane deliveries to Cosy Cottage & Wagon House
- Coordinate ordering & storage of office supplies, and maintenance of postage meter & printer for Cosy Cottage staff
- Coordinate TOP work orders for NYS Parks maintenance crew, including review with designated senior staff prior to submission and tracking of progress
- Coordinate key assignments for all TOP staff with NYS Parks
- Coordinate IT support for Cosy Cottage and Wagon House with staff and IT consultant
- Support TOP staff with occasional mail & package pick up, deliveries, and bank runs
- Coordinate catering for all staff and other meetings; organize set up and clean up
Qualifications:
Our ideal candidate should possess the combination of dedication, patience, a positive attitude, and precision along with:
- At least 2 years of experience in an Administration/Assistant position
- Experience in working with computer software, such as Office and Excel
- High level of communication, analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
- Knowledge and ability to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures
- Ability to set priorities, plan and organize own workload with minimal supervision
Please note:
The Olana Partnership is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
As required by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation, all candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening, and all offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. Olana State Historic Site is a tobacco-free environment.
To apply, please send resume and cover letter to Lorraine Bulson, Director of Finance & Administration, at lbulson@olana.org. Three education or work-related references will be required for a subsequent interview.
About Olana and The Olana Partnership: Olana is the masterwork of Frederic Edwin Church (1826-1900), the most famous American landscape artist of the mid-19th century. Olana’s 250-acre artistdesigned landscape with five miles of carriage roads and a Persian-inspired house at its summit embraces unrivaled panoramic views of the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains and welcomes more than 170,000 visitors annually. The landscape is open daily from 8 AM-sunset. Olana State Historic Site, administered by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, is a designated National Historic Landmark and one of the most visited sites in the state. The Olana Partnership is the 501(c)(3) not-for-profit cooperative partner of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at Olana State Historic Site.
The Olana Partnership
Education Assistant (Full-Time)
Department: Education
Reports to: Education Manager
FLSA Status: Full time, Non Exempt
Salary: $35,000-$45,000 commensurate with experience, including benefits (which equates to $17-$22 an hour)
Position Description
The Education Assistant is primarily responsible for assisting in the coordination and facilitation of educational programs for school and family audiences (K-12 onsite and virtual field trips, family programs and tours) and the public (events, public programs, virtual webinars, and classes). The Education Assistant helps the Education Manager and Director of Education with program administration including but not limited to coordinating event registration, marketing, processing payments, and other program logistics. The Education Assistant will serve a key role in facilitating K-12 school visits, family programs, and community engagement efforts. As a member of the educational programming staff, the Education Assistant works to support programs and events that attract a diverse range of participants of all ages, backgrounds, and interests.
The Olana Partnership (TOP) is the non-profit cooperative partner of the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at Olana State Historic Site. TOP’s mission is to inspire the public by preserving and interpreting Frederic Church’s Olana. Comprised of a 250-acre designed landscape containing a Persian-inspired house and studio and a historic farm complex, Olana is a master work of American landscape art created over 40 years (1860-1900) by famed Hudson River School artist Frederic Church. TOP’s vision is to make Olana the most widely recognized artist’s home and studio in the world, and since our founding in 1971 we have worked closely with our New York State partners to make this vision a reality. Olana hosts more than 170,000 visitors annually and is a National Historic Landmark. TOP continuously introduces new educational programs to reflect our vision of Olana as a true teaching museum, offering diverse learning experiences like field trips, virtual webinars, workshops and classes, walking tours, family programs, and events.
Primary Duties
Leading field trips and other programs about Frederic Church’s Olana for a wide range of audiences including but not limited to K-12 school groups, families, and adults.
Facilitating and assisting with free programs for all audiences as part of TOP’s “Access for All” initiative and monthly free program days.
Preparing materials and education space for field trips, assisting with field trip requests, and contributing to field trip curriculum development.
Leading regular programs for diverse audiences included but not limited to Panorama art and nature summer youth program, Artmaking in the Afternoon, and Create & Cook.
Frequently participating in offsite opportunities to deepen community engagement such as farmer’s markets, school visits, library visits, and other community events.
Assisting the Education Manager and Director of Education and Public Programs with:
- general program administration and logistics,
- event set up and check-in,
- program and event registration,
- outreach activities as needed (such as organizing marketing and press release materials, managing outreach lists, organizing website content and revisions, and tracking attendee data),
- managing Education programming schedule and master calendars,
- maintaining Wagon House Education Center space and assisting with event cleanup,
- processing payments and checks,
- introducing speakers and programs and assisting with phone inquiries.
Works Tuesday-Saturday schedule, 37.5 hours per week; must be able to carry chairs and tables (around 30lbs), walk longer distances during outdoor programs, and work outside in all seasons.
Supervisory Duties
None
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated interest in art, art education, education, history, art history, or museum studies preferred.
- Spanish language and/or Bengali fluency is a plus; English fluency required.
- Prior experience teaching or relaying information to public audiences is required.
- Experience working with the public, excellent communication skills and enthusiasm for working with school-aged children is a must.
- An interest in accessibility and equity in museum and cultural spaces; documented commitment to DEI initiatives and accessible programming.
- An interest in fostering accessible and equitable experiences in museum or cultural spaces.
- An interest in researching content related to Frederic Church’s Olana to prepare for programs.
- A visitor-centric mindset and ability to support age-appropriate program facilitation.
- Outgoing and an ability to work with diverse audiences on and offsite.
- A reflective approach and ability to think creatively.
- Ability to work capably and collaboratively with partner organizations and The Olana Partnership staff.
- Ability to work independently and proactively while being a team player.
- Administrative experience and keen attention to detail required.
- Experience using Microsoft Office and Google software (Drive, Calendars, Currents, Docs) a plus.
- Ability to help with program and field trip set up by moving furniture/equipment and preparing materials.
- Enthusiastic demeanor and welcoming presence required.
- Ability to multi-task and work flexibility is required; a positive and unflappable demeanor is a bonus.
- Current driver’s license required.
- Red Cross First Aid Certification preferred.
Please note:
The Olana Partnership is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
As required by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation, all candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening, and all offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. Olana State Historic Site is a tobacco-free environment.
To apply, please submit a resume, short cover letter, and a sample lesson plan demonstrating your past experiences working with youth audiences in an educational capacity to Carolyn Keogh at ckeogh@olana.org.
About Olana and The Olana Partnership: Olana is the greatest masterwork of Frederic Edwin Church (1826-1900), the most famous American landscape artist of the mid-19th century and the most important artist’s home, studio, and designed landscape in the United States. Church designed Olana as a holistic environment integrating his advanced ideas about art, architecture, landscape design, and environmental conservation. Olana’s 250-acre artist-designed landscape with five miles of carriage roads and a Persian-inspired house at its summit embraces unrivaled panoramic views of the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains and welcomes more than 170,000 visitors annually. The landscape is open for guided touring, and reservations are highly recommended. The landscape is open daily 8 AM-sunset.
Olana State Historic Site, administered by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, is a designated National Historic Landmark and one of the most visited sites in the state. The Olana Partnership is the 501(c)(3) not-for-profit cooperative partner of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at Olana State Historic Site.
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Natural Heritage Trust
Digitization Specialist (Full-Time, Temporary, 2-year)
Job Location: Peebles Island State Park Collections Care Center (Waterford, NY)
Work Schedule: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Reports to: Museum Registrar, New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Position Description:
The Olana Partnership shares that New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is hiring a full-time Digitization Specialist to implement the research, cataloging, photography, and assessment & preparation of housing for over 1,300 works of art by Frederic Edwin Church within the collection of Olana State Historic Site. The Digitization Specialist will serve a key function in creating the first ever public digital catalogue of works by Church in the Olana collection.
An initial phase of the digital catalogue will launch in 2026 to coincide with the Frederic Church 200 initiative, marking the bicentennial of Church’s birth with a series of exhibitions, installations, and programs at museums across the globe, including a comprehensive exhibition at Olana State Historic Site titled Frederic Church: Global Artist, co-curated by Elizabeth Mankin Kornhauser, Tim Barringer, and Jennifer Raab.
The Digitization Specialist will be based at Peebles Island Collections Care Center in Waterford, NY and report to New York State Bureau of Historic Sites (BHS) Museum Registrar, with research and project support provided by the curatorial team of The Olana Partnership, the 501(c)(3) not-for-profit cooperative partner of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at Olana State Historic Site.
Summary of Duties:
The successful candidate, working under the BHS Museum Registrar, will oversee file management, metadata creation, and integration of digital image files into agency database (TMS Collections) records. The goal of this project is to ensure the catalog records for these objects and related constituents are thorough, consistently documented, all while being in line with Division standards throughout the collections database.
Salary: $63,000 with generous benefits package.
Application Deadline: April 30, 2025
Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply.
Or visit: https://www.naturalheritagetrust.org/employment
The Olana Partnership at Olana State Historic Site offers annual internships in different departments and areas of responsibility. Internships aim to teach research and administrative methods and project assignments are tailored to interns’ specific interests. Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis based on availability. Submit a brief cover letter and resume to Carolyn Keogh or call (518) 567-2170 for more information.
At this time, there are no specific internship openings.
