Museum Educator (Preservation and Museum Specialist 2)

Museum Educator (Preservation And Museum Specialist 2) Part-Time |.75 FTE Schedule: This is a part-time salaried position working at 30 hours per week, with a work schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00AM - 2:30PM. Due to occasional evening and weekend activities, hours may be adjusted. This position is telework-eligible for up to two (2) days per week upon managers approval. What You Will Be Doing: The Preservation & Museum Specialist 2 (PMS2) works under the direction of the Senior Manager of K-12 Services and serves as a museum educator and program coordinator for the Washington State Historical Society encompassing school programs, educator programs, and supporting development of programs for the general public. Some of the responsibilities include coordinating logistics related to group and school visits, facilitating history lab field trips as well as other field trips, and interpretive programming opportunities as required, and creating engaging opportunities for students and teachers via designed interpretive experiences. This position requires long periods of standing, and on occasion lifting, moving, transferring objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The PMS2 will be interacting with students, teachers, volunteers, stakeholders, and the public as well as scholars and others in the history and arts fields. A Little About Us: Founded in 1891 and now into its second century of service, the Washington State Historical Society is dedicated to collecting, preserving, and vividly presenting Washington's diverse and storied history. Our work illuminates the past, enlightens the present, and informs the future. Our mission is to partner with our communities to explore how history connects us all. Our vision is to be the recognized destination for Washington State history. We achieve this by serving as our state's primary history educator, making history relevant to our modern lives, and supporting civic dialogue where all are welcome. The Society serves individuals and organizations statewide through publications, outreach programs, curriculum, free virtual public programs, and other online services. However, the majority of the Society's interactions with the public occur at the Washington State History Museum, located in Tacoma, Washington. The Museum traditionally serves more than 80,000 annually, including more than 15,000 K-12 school children visiting the museum on a field trip. We also welcome more than 10,000 visitors free of charge each year through a variety of access programs. We are much more than a regional museum. We continually ask ourselves how we can better serve Washingtonians across our state. Our Heritage Capital Projects grant program distributes up to $10M per biennium to fund public heritage, history interpretation, and historic preservation projects across the state. Our popular public history magazine COLUMBIA is enjoyed by readers of all ages. And the Historical Society's collections at our Research Center, along with a digital collections database, are a resource for scholars and researchers from across the nation. The Washington State Historical Society is a dynamic place to work with dedicated staff. We expand our impact by connecting with communities across the Evergreen State through exhibitions, heritage projects, workshops, public programs, publications, and conversations. Our goal is to bring history into focus in such a way that the participant cannot help but discover valuable insights from and feel deep connections with the people and events of the past. We have an active commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility and are looking for team members who have a passion for professionalism and serving the public, and a desire to contribute to a positive work culture. Duties Some Of What You Will Be Doing: Coordinate all logistics related to school visit program from scheduling of groups and lunch assignments to providing information to educators interested in planning a field trip Provide written report concerning field trip logistics to museum staff weekly Process invoices and payments for field trips Deliver lessons, hands-on experiences, and/or tours in the History Lab and other exhibition areas; consult with AED staff on the development of in-gallery interactive Research, develop, and implement changes to the History Lab update project, in alignment with strategic goals Qualifications Required Qualifications: Six years' experience in the following: Working directly with children, teachers, families in an informal education (museum, zoo, nature center) environment Assisting and/or participating in the development and delivery of educational programs in a museum or similar setting Up to four years of education in the field of education, museum studies, history, anthropology, art history, or other related field may substitute for experience, on a year for year basis. Required Competencies: Knowledge of US and World History as well as an understanding of diverse cultures. Passion for sharing stories with audiences of all ages, cultures, and learning preferences through a variety of media (printed, electronic, visual, etc.). Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with diverse stakeholders, asking thoughtful questions, and being open to feedback. Cultural sensitivity and awareness of diverse perspectives, identities, and backgrounds to develop inclusive and culturally relevant educational content and experiences that resonate with diverse audiences. Collaboration & Communication: Presenting and engaging information, guiding, facilitating discussions, and developing educational materials. Problem-Solving: Creativity in designing interactive and participatory educational experiences, incorporating multimedia, hands-on activities, storytelling, and other engaging techniques to enhance learning and engagement. Time Management: Prioritizing tasks and managing time efficiently. Adaptability: Understanding foundational pedagogical theory and teaching methodologies that meet the needs and interests of diverse audiences. Commitment to continuous learning and professional development through participation in workshops, conferences, and training opportunities related to museum education, pedagogy, and relevant subject areas. Attention to detail: ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in work The ability to take action to learn and grow The ability to take action to meet the needs of others Preferred/Desired Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in the field of museum education, history, anthropology, art history, or other related field Experience developing programs and/or curriculum Experience supervising staff or volunteers Specialized knowledge of history as it relates to the Pacific Northwest Experience working in a history/culture museum setting Special Requirements: Must pass a background check Supplemental Information Conditions Of Employment: Please provide the following documents in order to be considered; failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position: A letter of interest, describing how you meet the qualifications for this position as outlined in the job posting A current resume, detailing experience, and education; and A current list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact information (attached or available to provide at the time of interview) Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.). NOTE: By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed. A resume will not substitute for completing the "duties summary" section of the application. Please do not refer to resume for detail, or your application may be disqualified. Background Check Notice: Prior to any new appointment into the Department of Enterprise Services, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Union Inclusion: This position is included in a bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). Opportunity For All: The Washington State Historical Society celebrates our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, marital status, families with children (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as an individual with the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with disabilities or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws. You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials, and we will honor this as you interact with our organization. Contact Information: Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1- State of Washington