Educator/Interpreter (Program Specialist II)

Under the supervision of the Site Manager, this position performs moderately complex consultative services and technical assistance work for the French Legation State Historic Site of the Texas Historical Commission (THC). Work involves planning, developing, and implementing a full range of interpretive, educational, and outreach programs and events based on the interpretive master plan intended to promote the site’s history, increase site awareness and visitation, and encourage collaborative partnerships and stakeholder participation. Work under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

1.      Implement educational and interpretive programs on site, online, and in the community.

2.      Improve and modify existing programs, events, and exhibits as required.

3.      Research, develop and deliver new interpretive programs.

4.      Develop and maintain partnerships with community organizations to produce and facilitate collaborative programs and outreach strategies.

5.      Conduct an ongoing program of visitor and stakeholder experience feedback, provide analysis in consultation with the site manager and incorporate into the improvement of site programs, visitor experience, outreach, and collaborative programs.

6.      Perform research related to the site’s collections, exhibits, and cultural/natural resources as needed.

7.      Monitor and review programs for policy compliance and adherence to site goals.

8.      Prepare reports and maintain records, particularly in regard to site programming.

9.      Conduct outreach programs for diverse audiences.

10.  Write articles for newspapers, newsletters and publications, print or electronic, for all audiences.

11.  Speak to public and private groups to promote interest in the site and museum.

12.  Use social media and new media as interpretive tools.

13.  Assist in site marketing efforts by creating advertisements, print materials, and website/social media posts to promote programs and special events.

14.  Assist with daily operations including but not limited to business operations in the visitor center, tours, site security, facility rentals, and the set-up and cleanup for programs and events.

15.  Develop a deep understanding of the site’s history, architecture, exhibits and area attractions and engage visitors and outreach audiences intelligently and succinctly.

16.  Assist with light maintenance and housekeeping, as needed.

17.  May train others.

18.  Adhere to established work schedule with regular attendance.

19.  Follow all THC safety guidelines/procedures and ethics requirements.

20.   Perform other duties as assigned.

·        Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in education, history, public history, museum studies or closely related field;

·        Minimum two years’ work experience in at least one of the following areas: (1) cultural resource interpretation at a historic site, museum, or similar facility; (2) researching, developing, and implementing public interpretive programs or events;

·        Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and ability to drive a state vehicle; and

·        Required to travel up to 5% of the work period.

·        Master’s degree in history, public history, museum studies or closely related field. 

To apply for this position, please complete the electronic State of Texas Application for Employment through WorkInTexas.com