Do you have a passion for history? Are you enthusiastic about educating? Do you enjoy finding creative ways to share stories of the past? If so, we may be the team for you!
The Nebraska State Historical Society is seeking a passionate and organized leader to head up its statewide education team. The Curator of Education will play a critical role in all phases of the program development process, including concept generation, design, content, delivery, evaluation, and promotion. As a key member of the museum team, the Curator of Education will work collaboratively to generate an innovative, dynamic, and creative statewide approach to audience engagement.
The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
The Nebraska State Historical Society is a statewide educational institution that connects people to the past through our library and research center, conservation facility, interpretive sites, and the state archeology and historic preservation offices. NSHS preserves and interprets our state’s past, contributes to the education of its citizens, and uses the tools of history to shape a better future for all Nebraskans.
Look at what we have to offer!
- 13 paid holidays
- Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
- Military leave
- 156% (that’s not a typo!) state-matched retirement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
- Dental and vision insurance plans
- Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
- Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
- Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
- Training and Development based on your career aspirations
- Fun, inviting teammates
- A safe and secure environment
Job Duties
- Work closely with the museum director to develop a long-term education strategy and short-term goals.
- Manage all of NSHS’s educational programming, including curriculum-based school programs and public programs like lectures, events, workshops, camps, and tours at all of NSHS sites. This includes both in-person visitation and digital programming.
- Oversee administration functions including programming budget, promotion, and partnership building.
- Work as a collaborative partner in a team-oriented culture, sharing responsibilities with staff across the organizational structure.
- Develop, implement, and track metrics to measure, evaluate, interpret, and analyze the effectiveness and outcomes of education programs, with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Lead and manage Education staff, student workers, and volunteers, including setting expectations and priorities, delegating, and ongoing performance management.
- Other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.
