Museum Education Program Specialist @ Department of State (DOS)

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Agency: Department of State

Working Title: DOS – MUSEUM EDUCATION PROGRAM SPECIALIST – 45000304

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 45000304

Salary:  $34,500.00 annually

Posting Closing Date: 03/25/2025

Division of Historical Resources, Bureau of Historic Museums

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Four (4) years of direct experience in history, art history, museum studies, anthropology, education or related field. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university can substitute on a year-to-year basis for the required years of experience
  • Resume and Cover Letter detailing education and related experience
  • Ability to work Tuesday through Saturday

Preferences:

  • Bachelor’s degree in history, art history, museum studies, anthropology, education or related field
  • Six months of experience working (paid or unpaid) at a museum or similar cultural heritage organization
  • Knowledge of Florida History

Special Note:

Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported in your employment history.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develops, executes, and evaluates interpretive and educational public programming, special events, educational outreach, and community outreach for the various audiences of the Museum of Florida History. Responds to public inquiries and assists with scheduling educational and outreach programs. Serves the public through effective public programming and comprehensive visitor services. Staffs the Union Bank Museum and conducts opening and closing procedures.
  • Develops interpretive and educational materials, including lesson plans, special outreach materials, and materials for teachers and students. Reviews resources for accuracy, clarity, and effectiveness.
  • Oversees the accurate recording and reporting of statistics relating to citizens served, programming, and volunteer service. Conducts an audience survey program for educational programs. Works with education and visitor databases.
  • Provides staff support for museum activities and events, serves on committees that further museum goals and objectives. Serves as an education/interpretation team member on exhibit teams.
  • Performs other work-related duties as required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Knowledge of American history obtained through coursework or on the job.
  • Knowledge of museum terminology and programs.
  • Knowledge of strategic planning for museum education program development.
  • Knowledge of educational program planning, development and evaluation techniques.
  • Ability to record and report data and statistics related to museum programs and services.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, in written and oral presentations.
  • Ability to understand and apply pertinent rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
  • Ability to use a computer program for word processing, research, preparation of plans, reports and presentations, and database management.
  • Strong organizational skills.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: A Level 2 criminal background check is a condition of employment.  If selected for this position, you must provide your fingerprints.  We will send your fingerprints to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a criminal background check.

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