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 Levi Jordan Plantation 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 intended to promote the site’s history, increase visitation, and encourage stakeholder participation. Work under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1. Create and implement innovative interpretive programs at the site.
2. Improve and modify existing programs, events, and exhibits as required.
3. Research, develop and deliver new interpretive programs.
4. Perform research related to the site’s collections, exhibits, and cultural/natural resources as needed.
5. Monitor and review programs for policy compliance and adherence to site goals.
6. Create a program evaluation process to evaluate the quality and impact of all programs.
7. Participate in volunteer recruitment, training, and scheduling.
8. Prepare reports and maintain records, particularly regarding site programming.
9. Conduct outreach programs both on and off site for diverse audiences.
10. Develop collaborative relationships with relevant education stakeholders.
11. Collaborate with local agencies, businesses, universities, and organizations to create and implement mutually beneficial programming as well as strengthen the site’s partnership with the community to better serve key audiences.
12. Write articles for newspapers, newsletters and publications, print or electronic, for all audiences.
13. Speak to public and private groups to promote interest in the site and museum.
14. Use social media and new media as interpretive tools.
15. Assist with supervision of interns and volunteers from time to time, particularly in the absence of the Site Manager.
16. Assist in site marketing efforts by creating advertisements, print materials, and website/social media posts to promote programs and special events.
17. Assist in preparing the annual budget for interpretive and educational initiatives and programs and monitoring of related expenses.
18. Assist with front counter duties including revenue handling, museum retail sales, phone calls, and visitor interactions as needed.
19. Assist with maintenance and housekeeping, as needed.
20. May train others.
21. Develop and maintain training materials (instructional manuals or videos, etc.) as needed.
22. Adhere to established work schedule with regular attendance.
23. Follow all THC safety guidelines/procedures and ethics requirements.
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS (The application must specifically state how each of the following qualifications are met):
· Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in education, history, museum studies, or closely related field;
· Minimum one-year work experience in at least two 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; (3) researching and writing for publication in a related field listed above;
· Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and ability to drive a state vehicle; and
· Required to travel up to 15% of the work period.
PREFER:
· Master’s degree in education, public history, museum studies or closely related field.
· Certification in interpretive techniques from a nationally recognized institution.
· Experience planning, implementing, and managing a museum school tour education program.
· Experience recruiting, training, and managing volunteers for education programs.
To apply for this position, please complete the electronic State of Texas Application for Employment through WorkInTexas.com