This is a part-time position, 20 hours per week, operating the Senator George Norris Historic Site in McCook, Nebraska. The Nebraska State Historical Society (NSHS) is seeking a friendly and enthusiastic Historic Site Manager who will share information with visitors, give tours, and answer questions about the Norris house and its historical significance. This position is tasked with building connections and relationships within the greater McCook area, and performing other duties as assigned. Work schedule varies. Weekends are typically required.
This position will work as part of a dedicated team of history professionals, including a productive working relationship with staff members across the state, as well as across various agency departments.
NSHS is Nebraska’s statewide historical agency, funded by taxpayers and donors, and serving the public through its library and research center, conservation facility, historic sites, museums and state archeology and historic preservation offices.
Examples of Work
- Greet all site visitors and provides information on the home and provide tours.
- Walks site and frequents all buildings to ensure all visitors have an engaging experience.
- Provides tours to visiting groups and answers tourist inquiries, sharing historical information and local tourism.
- Maintains records, and conducts surveys of visitors’ opinions, interests, and needs for use in developing future programs.
- Prepares and assembles display materials including brochure racks and display areas.
- Maintains appearance and cleanliness of museum entrance and outbuildings. Answers the phone politely, and professionally.
- Assists with light housekeeping like sweeping and garbage removal.
Benefits
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
