Director of Military Museum Affairs
$27.83kNebraska State Jobs
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Military - Agency 31 Location:
Seward, NE Hiring Rate:
$27.833 Job Posting:
JR2026-00026694 Director of Military Museum Affairs (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
06-12-2026 Job Description:
Location: Seward Readiness Center, 201 N 8th Street, Seward NE Job Duties:
Serve as the public face and lead advocate for the museum. Develop
and execute strategies to maintain public relevance and secure funding.
Recruit, train, and manage a network of volunteers and supporters. Assume full responsibility for the professional stewardship of historical
artifacts, including all accessioning/deaccessioning, documentation,
preventive conservation, and adherence to collections. Navigate state government structures, including procurement, compliance, records retention, and financial reporting. Manage the day-to-day
operations of the facility independently. Develop and facilitate all educational programming, deliver tours, and
manage visitor services. Maintain and refresh interpretive exhibits to
engage diverse audiences. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with Nebraska National
Guard leadership, veterans, donors, educators, and community partners.
Act as the primary fundraiser and brand ambassador. Other duties as assigned. Hourly pay rate range is $28.459 - $41.952 effective 7/1/2026 . Anticipated hiring date no earlier than 8/10/2026. Requirements / Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in history, anthropology, museum studies or other related field and experience in historical research and editing. Other: Background/motor vehicle check will be required. Must have valid driver's license. Knowledge of Nebraska history, historical events and their causes and effects on civilizations and cultures. Ability to make generalizations and draw valid conclusions based on evidence relating to historical context and communicate effectively both orally and in writing to a variety of audiences. o Stable employment and hours with regular salary increases
o Thirteen paid holidays per year
o Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement, agency free parking and flexible work schedules, military leave
o 79% employer-paid health insurance with four plans and coverage levels to choose from
o Dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and more
o Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year starting at 12 days each.
o 156% state-matched retirement for state plans
o Stipend for eligible military retirees on TRICARE
o A safe and secure environment with great teammates If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Military - Agency 31 Location:
Seward, NE Hiring Rate:
$27.833 Job Posting:
JR2026-00026694 Director of Military Museum Affairs (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
06-12-2026 Job Description:
Location: Seward Readiness Center, 201 N 8th Street, Seward NE Job Duties:
Serve as the public face and lead advocate for the museum. Develop
and execute strategies to maintain public relevance and secure funding.
Recruit, train, and manage a network of volunteers and supporters. Assume full responsibility for the professional stewardship of historical
artifacts, including all accessioning/deaccessioning, documentation,
preventive conservation, and adherence to collections. Navigate state government structures, including procurement, compliance, records retention, and financial reporting. Manage the day-to-day
operations of the facility independently. Develop and facilitate all educational programming, deliver tours, and
manage visitor services. Maintain and refresh interpretive exhibits to
engage diverse audiences. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with Nebraska National
Guard leadership, veterans, donors, educators, and community partners.
Act as the primary fundraiser and brand ambassador. Other duties as assigned. Hourly pay rate range is $28.459 - $41.952 effective 7/1/2026 . Anticipated hiring date no earlier than 8/10/2026. Requirements / Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in history, anthropology, museum studies or other related field and experience in historical research and editing. Other: Background/motor vehicle check will be required. Must have valid driver's license. Knowledge of Nebraska history, historical events and their causes and effects on civilizations and cultures. Ability to make generalizations and draw valid conclusions based on evidence relating to historical context and communicate effectively both orally and in writing to a variety of audiences. o Stable employment and hours with regular salary increases
o Thirteen paid holidays per year
o Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement, agency free parking and flexible work schedules, military leave
o 79% employer-paid health insurance with four plans and coverage levels to choose from
o Dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and more
o Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year starting at 12 days each.
o 156% state-matched retirement for state plans
o Stipend for eligible military retirees on TRICARE
o A safe and secure environment with great teammates If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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