Partnership Program Manager: Archive Development and Oral History Training

We are seeking a Program Manager for grant-funded partnership project with Winona County Historical Society (WCHS) and Cansayapi (Lower Sioux Indian Community). This one-year position is funded by the Minnesota Historical Society Arts and Cultural Heritage Partnership Program.

Programs and activities were determined over the last year by the Native Advisory Council (NAC) working with WCHS. WCHS is developing a training program to assist tribal communities in oral history gathering and preservation. Additionally, project partners led by the NAC will begin to compile recommendations for other Native-authorized historic resources beginning a Native-approved research archive.

Job Description:

·        Consult closely with the NAC following their leadership.

·        Maintain open dialogue with Cansayapi Tribal Historic Preservation Office staff to develop scope of project, set goals, and work toward outcomes.

·        Develop program for oral history training for Native communities.

·        Develop Native-approved archive

·        Research and identify historical themes and narratives that are important to NAC to be shared in Winona County

·        Draft content for WCHS exhibits, Winona city parks, and Winona County planning documents

Desired Qualifications:

·        Undergraduate degree in history, Indigenous Studies, or related field; Graduate degree preferred

·        Knowledge about the history of the Dakota and other Indigenous people of upper Midwest

·        Experience working and communicating effectively with Indigenous communities

·        Effective written and oral communication skills Understanding of research and oral history methodologies and techniques

·        Experience digitizing archives and understanding of digital content management platforms

·        Working knowledge of the protection of human subjects and Indigenous cultural knowledge

·        Demonstrated ability to synthesize research findings into coherent themes and narratives

·        Creative problem-solving

·        Microsoft Office and Google Suites

·        Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the grant period

·        Schedule flexibility and occasional overnight travel required

·        Ability to lift 35 pounds

Location: Winona County History Center, Winona, MN

Compensation/benefits: ranges from $47,000-55,000 annually, dependent on selection of individual health/dental insurance

Hours: Full-time (approx. 2080 annual hours)

Project Period: June 2025 – June 2026

To Apply/Deadline: Please email cover letter, resume, and references by June 6, 2025, to Carrie Johnson director@winonahistory.org or call with any questions 507-454-2723 x1

COMMITMENT TO RACIAL EQUITY

The Missouri Historical Society commits to a process of listening attentively to one another and leveraging best practices and resources across our organization to promote a culture of inclusion where individuals from all racial and ethnic identities; ages; nationalities; social and economic statuses; sexual orientations; gender identities/expressions; religious, political, and ideological perspectives; and abilities are able to be engaged, feel valued, and thrive. click here for the full Commitment to Racial Equity

One of the leading historical societies in the country, the Missouri Historical Society is in the midst of a transformative decade with exciting exhibit projects under development and on the horizon. We believe public history has the power to build stronger communities and first-class exhibits are an essential part of that work. In the years ahead, we will be expanding our efforts to share more history with more people than we ever have before.

Founded in 1866, the Missouri Historical Society operates three locations – the Missouri History Museum, Soldiers Memorial Military Museum, and the Library and Research Center. Together our locations serve as the confluence of historical perspectives and contemporary issues to inspire and engage audiences in the St. Louis region and beyond. We do that by telling local stories that focus on the history of this region and its people. This approach has led to the best attended and most awarded exhibits in MHS history.

Position Summary:

The Creative Technologies Developer will contribute to how we connect visitors to their shared past and to one another. We seek an experienced, creative, detail-oriented, and teamwork-oriented museum professional to help facilitate exhibit production and installation on our biggest projects which serve our largest audiences, ranging from short-term temporary exhibits to landmark signature gallery projects.

The Creative Technologies Developer will service exhibits at all MHS locations including the Missouri History Museum, Soldiers Memorial Military Museum, and Library and Research Center. This includes involvement in all phases of media development and production, from conceptualization and script drafting, to development, production, and installation. The Creative Technologies Developer oversees the maintenance, installation and deinstallation of all media and digital components within exhibition galleries.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and produce audio, video, and digital media interactive content for exhibitions.
• Advise on new storytelling approaches and technologies as they become available.
• Assist with research and development by utilizing the digital resources found at the Library & Research Center.
• Draft and develop storyboard concepts and scripts for audio, video, and digital media interactives.
• Plan and facilitate all technical aspects of media production, from pre-production through post-production.
• Obtain licensing rights and permissions for images, audio clips or film footage not in the MHS collection.
• Research and purchase appropriate equipment for installation.
• Manage and maintain exhibit equipment as necessary.
• Create and execute development schedules that align to overall project goals.
• Source and manage media-related contracts and services as necessary.
• Collaborate with members of the exhibit team including the Content Lead, Design Lead, Exhibitions Specialist, and others as necessary.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills:

• Dependable, reliable, and self-sufficient.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Excellent organizational, administrative, and communication skills.
• Advanced exhibit installation experience.
• Advanced experience creating custom digital interactives using a variety of platforms and software, including web-based systems.
• Advanced experience testing media experiences on equipment for installation.
• Advanced knowledge of leading equipment platforms and services.
• Moderate knowledge of live sound reinforcement and theatrical lighting.
• Moderate experience filming, producing, and editing new video content.
• Moderate experience identifying, producing, and editing new audio content.
• Basic to moderate experience drafting, executing, and managing RFPs and contracts.
• Basic experience with general fabrication techniques.
• Knowledge of technical systems outside of the digital media realm a plus. Examples could include electrical, lighting, or 3D printing techniques.
• Ability to adapt or learn new skills through creative problem solving to accomplish complex projects.
• Ability to juggle many simultaneous tasks as well as to delegate tasks effectively.
• Ability to routinely handle objects of 50 pounds or more.

Technical Proficiencies:

• Adobe Creative Cloud (CC) including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere and After Effects.
• Gaming engines such as Gotdot or Unity
• 3D rendering software such as Fusion 360
• CMS and / or SQL data base systems.
• Media management platforms such as Q-SYS.
• Microsoft Office Suite

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Media Studies, Digital Media, UX Design, Video Production, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of media development and/or production experience, preferably in a nonprofit museum and/or equivalent public sector.

Deadline to Apply: Open until filled.

Please upload cover letter and resume when applying.

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Services Provided On A Non-Discriminatory Basis

Position Overview
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Essential Functions
• Under the general supervision of the ISM Director of Interpretation, the Associate Director of Dickson Mounds (AD­DM) is responsible for the oversight and day-to-day operation of this site.
• Under the general supervision of the ISM Director of Interpretation, the AD-DM is responsible for administrative and supervisory duties for the Dickson Mounds site and staff.
• Under the general supervision of the ISM Director of Interpretation and in coordination with the ISM Marketing & Communications (Marcom) team, the AD-DM acts as Community Liaison and as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the site.
• Under the general supervision of the Director of Interpretation, the AD-DM will collaborate with the Dickson Mounds Curator of Education and the ISM Associate Director of Education on the development and operation of educational programming for the site.
• Under the general supervision of the ISM Director of Interpretation, the AD-DM will collaborate with the Dickson Mounds Curator of Anthropology and the ISM Associate Director of Exhibits on the development, maintenance, and upgrade of on-site exhibits.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the Position Overview.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the position (such as anthropology, archaeology, museum studies, Native American studies, American history studies or similar) and ten (10) years of administrative experience in relevant positions at a museum or similar institution (cultural centers, museums and/or historic sites) with a record of increasing professional responsibility and measurable accomplishments. OR Twenty (20) years of experience in relevant positions at a museum or similar institution (cultural centers, museums and/or historic sites) with a record of increasing professional responsibility, administrative experience, and measurable accomplishments.
• Requires working knowledge of NAGPRA-related federal and Illinois laws.
• Requires extensive knowledge and relevant experience of working with Indigenous Communities.
• Requires extensive knowledge and relevant experience of administering program funds.
• Requires extensive knowledge and relevant experience of supervising and evaluating performance of subordinate staff.

For more details or to apply visit the State of Illinois Job Portal. Posting Identification ID: 12-00-46795

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JOB TITLE: Director, Exhibitions

DEPARTMENT: Exhibitions

REPORTS TO: Vice President, Exhibition and Collection Strategies

CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, Exempt

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: Partial

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Vice President, Exhibition and Collection Strategies, the Director, Exhibitions works to oversee all aspects of the museum’s exhibitions and publishing program to achieve installations and publications of high quality, importance, and impact. The Director, Exhibitions will lead the development and implementation of the museum’s program of temporary exhibitions, permanent gallery installations, and publications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manage the department, determining priorities and goals, scheduling and annual budget for all sections ensuring that department resources and staff support the museum’s strategic goals and annual museum-wide goals, and that those goals are met on schedule and within budget.
• Recruit, mentor, develop and successfully manage a team to achieve the strategic objectives and the present and future needs of the department in alignment with the museum’s annual priorities and strategic vision.
• Create a collaborative work environment by using a performance support process including goal setting, feedback, and development.
• Develop and oversee the long-range schedule for the full program of exhibitions, major gallery projects, publications and related activities for development and planning; facilitate projects through review and approval processes and implementation.
• Responsible for the production of the highest quality museum publications within a specified time frame and budget, working with authors, curators, production staff, editors, proofreaders, designers, printers and others on a full range of museum publications including but not limited to exhibition and permanent collection catalogues, the Bulletin of the Detroit Institute of Arts, brochures, labels and other related text.
• Identify and lead teams to develop, manage, and implement exhibitions and major gallery projects that achieve audience, artistic, and financial goals; utilize collaborative work processes to ensure cross-functional communications, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Lead exhibition and publishing team: facilitate meetings, processes, and approvals to develop long-range planning, exhibition goals and criteria; utilize strategic planning decisions and tools.
• Build project budgets during various stages of approval; initiate transition to operational/multiyear budget analysis; analyze and monitor individual and overall exhibition budgets for adherence to established plans and goals.
• Contribute to the creation and implementation of the museum’s strategic plans and to the development and effective communication of strategic goals, planning initiatives, policies and resource allocations as related to exhibitions, major gallery projects, and reinstallations.
• Benchmark and implement best practices for exhibition and publication work. Lead development of new and improved project management processes and policies, including potential software solutions.
• Exercise responsibility for all exhibition-related negotiations including proposals, contracts, fees, etc.
• Plan and implement statewide exhibition program, staying within approved parameters; coordinate with other areas of the statewide program to ensure statewide agreement is met and work is integrated when appropriate.
• Provide expert advice and act as resource of museum exhibition and publishing practice to internal and external colleagues; develop and maintain relationships with museum professionals nationally and internationally to provide benefit to exhibition and publishing program and museum in general.
• Build and maintain relationships with a wide range of national and international partners with whom the DIA collaborates.
• Foster, promote, and support Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) through the DIA values, active listening, embracing difference, and engaging with empathy to promote a culture of belonging among internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Master’s degree in art history, fine arts management, or related field. Ten (10) years of work experience in a related field, and five (5) years of experience leading people. Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirement.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must be a strategic thinker with the ability to plan and execute goals and objectives.
• Must possess leadership skills and the ability to lead a diverse team to meet strategic goals supporting the museum strategy and vision.
• Demonstrated experience with budget management including budget development and stewardship of resources and demonstrated fiscal responsibility to stay within budget.
• Experience and knowledge of the fundamentals of exhibition and publishing concepts, practices, policies, and procedures.
• Demonstrated organizational skills to plan, manage, prioritize, and complete multiple on-going projects to meet deadlines and goals.
• Must possess a demonstrated understanding of ethical business conduct and professional practices including maintenance and protection of confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to identify challenges and opportunities, engage others in their resolution, and recommend appropriate course of action.
• Demonstrated ability to share complex information, ideas, and instructions clearly, effectively, and professionally to diverse audiences through talking or writing.
• Demonstrated ability to make creative, effective, and timely decisions aligned with organizational mission, vision, values, and strategic direction considering risk and long-term impacts.
• Demonstrated ability to be an engaged listener with the ability to build consensus within the Museum and with diverse stakeholders externally.
• Ability to communicate with, manage and oversee vendors to meet expectations and deadlines.
• Must be able to successfully manage conflict, experience with mediation preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize, assess, and limit liabilities and risk.
• Ability to work occasional weekend and evening hours for special events.
• Must be proficient in the latest version of Microsoft Office 365.
• Must have proficiency in the use of remote work technology such as scheduling with, connecting to, and using digital collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams.
• Must be able to establish and maintain professional, productive and courteous interactions that promote positive teamwork.  This encompasses going beyond giving and receiving instructions and includes but is not limited to (a) performing work activities requiring interacting or speaking with others; and (b) responding appropriately to constructive feedback or suggestions for improvement from a supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Upon receiving notice, reasonable accommodations may be made, if possible, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange accurate information using various methods including in-person, virtual, telephone, and email.

This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor’s ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.

THE DETROIT INSTITUTE OF ARTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.