December 4, 2007


Pam North
P.O. Box 343
Pinecliffe, CO  80471
(303) 642-3162

Lou Bissett
President of Board of Directors
Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum
1111 Washington Avenue
Golden, CO 80401

Dear Ms. Bissett,

     I am responding to your current need for someone to fill the
position of executive director in your museum.

     I have founded, organized, and effectively publicized a large,
non-profit wildlife rehabilitation organization, Wildlife Rescue,
Inc. in Austin, Texas, in 1977. I was its first president, and I
worked actively with this group during the years that I lived in
Austin, assisting and coordinating its growth to approximately 150
members.  Believe it when I say I understand limited funds and the
need for volunteers!  Wildlife Rescue, Inc. is still in existence, and
handles 3,000 to 3,500 animals and birds annually.  While I was not
directly involved in obtaining grants, I am aware that information and
classes are readily available in this field, and as I am a good
researcher, I feel that I could access that information and quickly
learn what is needed to fulfill that aspect of the position.

     I have excellent writing and proof-reading skills.  I have been
writing on a weekly basis for local newspapers for nearly ten years,
having responsibility for at least one major article (often additional
features as well) in each issue.  I also have written several articles
for a national magazine, many press releases on various subjects, and
advertising copy for a small television station in Texas.  Writing
samples can be furnished upon request.
 
     I also have supervised the arts program for a recreation
facility, creating classes for both senior citizens and children.  A
class I originated and taught for a neighboring recreation center was
the most successful class for kids that the center had ever held, and
an adult class I organized for incorporating mola techniques into
clothing was also very popular.  I thoroughly enjoy working with
people and being able to introduce them to new subjects and skills.

     I have an extensive creative background, having won an art
scholarship and several awards for my art, sculpture and photography.
I have designed a county flag and several logos for various
organizations, events and businesses, and I have some experience in
layouts.  I also have an interest in fabric arts, quilting included.
While these attributes were not mentioned in your job description,
quilts are an art form, and a good artistic sense and a few additional
skills thrown in surely might find a use somewhere!

     My career field in most recent years has been real property
appraisal, but encompassed within the duties of that job were many
aspects that could have relevance to the position with your museum.
My job as Chief Appraiser was complex and carried a high degree of
responsibility, as I valued all the residential, commercial and land
properties in the county, and my work was audited at intervals by the
state.  I have extensive successful experience in dealing with people;
providing outstanding service to the public is something on which I
place great importance and take pride in offering.  Organization,
attention to detail and accurate record-keeping was necessarily
inherent in my profession; I leave an excellent paper trail.  I am
very motivated to perform and take reponsibility seriously: I'm
comfortable with multi-tasking, meeting deadlines and working well
under pressure. I can work effectively alone or with others.  I have
good computer skills; I own my own computer, and presently work in
Linux, but am familiar with Microsoft Windows as well.

     I served for ten years on the Gilpin County Planning Commission,
working with many key areas of concern, such as zoning and growth
issues, developing the county's Master Plan, subdivision regulations,
and various county codes.  Coordinating with members of this
commission to achieve long-range goals was a valuable experience.

     Prior to my career in property appraisal, I accumulated several
years of work experience in retail sales, public relations, publicity,
management, and light bookkeeping; all are helpful in many jobs.

     Additionally, I have a deep interest in history and its
preservation; much of my writing has focused on various historic
topics.  I also have some experience in setting up theme displays.

     I have visited your website, and I find the scope of your
exhibits exciting.  I would love to be involved on a daily basis with
the operation of your museum, and be able to contribute in any way
that I could to its continues growth and success.  It is my hope that
you will give serious consideration to my qualifications and desire to
work in your executive director position.  I am most willing to come
in for an interview, so please feel free to call me at the number
above.

     Thank you for your attention.


Sincerely,

Pam North