JOB SUMMARY

The Oral History Project Coordinator will lead the planning, development, and implementation of an oral history project documenting the history and experiences associated with the Saginaw River Marine Historical Society and its lighthouse heritage. The consultant will conduct historical research, develop interview protocols and project materials, collect oral histories, and organize project records for long-term preservation.

This position requires strong research, interviewing, project management, and communication skills, as well as experience working with historical, cultural, or community-based projects.

This position is temporary and will be up to a 6-month position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct background research using archival collections, historical resources, and stakeholder interviews.
• Develop oral history interview questions and related project materials.
• Create and manage participant documentation, including consent and release forms.
• Establish recording, transcription, and records-management procedures.
• Coordinate outreach and scheduling with project participants.
• Conduct and record oral history interviews.
• Review, edit, and finalize interview transcripts.
• Identify key themes and topics emerging from interviews.
• Organize and maintain project files, recordings, transcripts, and supporting materials.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to ensure project goals and historical priorities are met.
• Support the preservation and accessibility of collected oral history materials for future research and educational use.
• Perform other duties as assigned.