Museum Education and Outreach Coordinator

Job Summary

Responsible for overseeing educational programming for exhibitions and adjunct programming. Serves as liaison with the campus community, building relationships and developing course curricula in conjunction with museum programming, faculty research interests, and course offerings.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and leads tours and workshops for university, K-12, and adult audiences
• Plans and coordinates on-site programs and events with guest artists, faculty, staff, and organizations
• Identifies and builds new ways for students and visitors to interact and engage with museum
• May assist in coordinating educational and outreach events for the museum or assigned location
• Designs and implements docent program for students that utilizes visual thinking strategies and peer-to-peer facilitation of in-gallery experiences
• Develops content and interdisciplinary educational materials
• May be responsible for creating volunteer manuals and building a framework for volunteer management

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a History or Education related discipline

Other Required Qualifications

Current, valid and unrestricted driver's license

Required Experience

Two (2) years related work experience in museums, non-profit, cultural, education and/or arts industry venues

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in an Art's related discipline

Proposed Salary

The budgeted salary range for this role is $51,600-$61,000 annually. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more! Visit https://hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits/index.php

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Abilities

Able to exercise the highest level of integrity and professionalism; Able to be highly driven, flexible, self-motivated, and independent worker; Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

Knowledge

Knowledge of administrative support and standard office best practices; Knowledge of museum process, protocols, and terminology

Skills

Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills; Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite); Strong attention to detail and follow up skills; Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette