1947 Program Manager, Field Trips

JOB TITLE: Program Manager, Field Trips

LOCATION: History Center – 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102

COMPENSATION: $65,040.00 annual minimum

STATUS & HOURS: Full-time, regular (approximately 2,080 annual hours) position.

BENEFITS: Eligible to participate in State Employee Group Insurance Program and a retirement program with employer contribution. Generous vacation and sick time accruals with additional paid holidays.

DESIGNATION: Supervisory

POSTING DATE: September 12, 2024

DEADLINE DATE: September 26, 2024

TO APPLY: Interested applicants must apply online at the Minnesota Historical Society’s career center at www.mnhs.org/jobs and include a resume and cover letter by the application deadline date.

DESCRIPTION: This position exists to oversee the development of K-12 field trip programming, experiences, and related collateral at MNHS sites and museums, as well as the development and support of systems related to their scheduling and delivery. This position will create short- and long-term plans to improve K-12 field trip programming and experiences at and connected to MNHS sites and museums; develop and maintain systems related to their scheduling and delivery; and manage Field Trips Unit program staff. This position will also be responsible for working with internal stakeholders to align field trip programs development and systems across MNHS.

SUMMARY OF WORK: 1) Oversee the design, development, and implementation of strategies related to K-12 field trips and experiences at MNHS sites and museums; 2) Oversee major program development projects and contribute to a unified K-12 strategy for MNHS; 3) Oversee the administration of Field Trips Unit with respect to budgeting, marketing, reporting, and tracking; 4) Actively represent MNHS internally and with external stakeholders including participating in K-12 education events and organizations, serving as a resource and point-of-contact for external organizations, and actively communicating that work internally; 5) Work closely with volunteers, interns and fellows to create productive relationships, enhance work; 6) Contribute to a positive work attitude and inclusive environment within the division by working cooperatively with others and conducting oneself as a team player; 7) Comply with division and MNHS policies and procedure as applicable; 8) Keep supervisor informed of job related problems and other information relative to assigned job duties; and 9) Perform other related duties as apparent or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

● Bachelor’s degree in history, education, public history, or humanities discipline or related field plus three years experience working in education, program delivery, program development, curriculum development, or equivalent OR an advanced degree plus three years program experience or equivalent.

● Experience in leading the development of educational programs and resources in a

historical/cultural organization or community organization.

● Computer skills necessary to develop quality project and program documentation.

● Ability to travel throughout the state and nationwide.

● Ability to lift 20 pounds.

● Willingness and ability to travel.

● Valid driver’s license.

DEMONSTRATED SKILLS IN:

● Effective communication skills, including ability to write clearly and concisely and effective oral  communication with individuals and groups, including preparing and delivering reports and presentations for  both professional and lay audiences.

● Supervising staff at a historical, educational, or cultural organization.

● Writing work plans and actively managing employee’s performance to ensure success towards organizational goals.

● Creating partnerships and nurturing relationships within an organization and with external stakeholders.

● Working independently and taking individual initiative while also being able to collaborate effectively and contribute positively in a team environment.

● Working effectively with diverse groups and individuals.

● Thinking imaginatively and problem solving.

● Customer service and interpersonal communications skills sufficient to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

● Multitasking, working effectively under pressure to meet deadlines, prioritizing and adapting to changing priorities.

● Strong analytical and organizational skills with a demonstrated results orientation.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

● Interpretive methodology and program development strategies, K-12 pedagogy, and/or history research methodology.

● Familiarity with educational standards and the structure of education delivery in Minnesota.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

● Master’s degree in history, American Culture studies, museum studies, or a relevant field.

● Two years previous experience developing education programs for school and museum audiences.

● Familiarity with Minnesota Historical Society K-12 programs.

● General knowledge of Minnesota and United States history.

Should you have questions with the application process, email humanresources@mnhs.org.

At MNHS, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on diversity for the benefit of our employees, our products and services, and our community. The Minnesota Historical Society believes that an inclusive culture among our team members is critical to our success as a historical society and museum, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Minnesota Historical Society is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and employer.