Assistant Program Coordinator-Bradley Museum

City of Murfreesboro•Murfreesboro, TN

About The Position

The Assistant Program Coordinator develops, plans, and coordinates programs and activities for people of all ages. This safety-sensitive position is subject to drug and alcohol testing for applicants who pass the interview process. The coordinator plans, implements, and evaluates programming; works with supervisors and department staff; conducts activities; provides specialty services; and helps ensure a positive experience for museum patrons. The position oversees and supports museum functions including collection management, exhibit development, educational outreach, and public engagement. Duties include documenting and caring for collection items; assisting with exhibit planning, design, and installation; monitoring environmental conditions; supporting the museum’s website and online exhibits; coordinating educational and outreach programs; building community relationships and assisting with acquisitions; and providing tours. The role also involves coordinating staffing, supervising assigned staff and volunteers, maintaining records and reports, managing supplies and equipment, submitting maintenance requests, reconciling receipts, making bank deposits, and managing funds. A proactive, detail-oriented, collaborative person with a passion for history, art, or culture and a commitment to preserving and sharing museum collections is sought. A bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation or a related field is preferred; an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. At least one year of experience in facility programming, recreation management, or a closely related field is required. A valid driver’s license is required, as are current CPR/AED certifications or the ability to obtain them within six months of hire.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in facility programming, recreation management, or a closely related field.
A valid driver’s license.
Current CPR/AED certifications, or the ability to acquire certification within six months of hire.
Ability to communicate in spoken and written English to support safe and efficient operations.
Experience in museum or collections management, exhibit design, or a related field.
Knowledge of collection management software and museum best practices.
Knowledge of conservation and preservation standards.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage multiple projects.
Ability to perform work involving walking, standing, stooping, jumping, stretching, or lifting all of the time, and regularly and recurrently exert 20 to 50 pounds of force.
Applicants who pass the interview process are subject to drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation or a related field is preferred; equivalent education, training, and experience may be considered.
Passion for history, art, or culture, education, and public outreach.
Familiarity with website development, digital media, and online exhibit tools.
Experience in educational programming or community outreach.
Creativity and a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

Plan, implement, and evaluate diversified programs and activities for the public.
Coordinate with supervisors and department staff to accomplish programming goals; conduct and participate in scheduled activities.
Deliver specialty services and contribute to the success of assigned programs.
Interact with patrons, provide a positive customer experience, and share accurate information about activities and services.
Maintain inventory; set up, take down, operate, and take responsibility for audiovisual and other facility equipment.
Coordinate facility staffing needs and supervise assigned staff and volunteers.
Maintain records and reports and review and sign staff time sheets.
Generate supply lists and submit maintenance requests.
Reconcile receipts, make bank deposits, and manage funds.
Catalog and document artifacts, photographs, documents, and other collection items; maintain accurate accession, condition, and provenance records.
Ensure proper storage, preservation, and care of collection items.
Assist with the planning, design, and installation of temporary and permanent exhibits, ensuring safety and environmental standards are met.
Monitor temperature, humidity, light levels, and other exhibit environmental conditions and recommend improvements or adjustments.
Assist with museum website maintenance and development, including digital exhibits and online collections; collaborate on virtual exhibits, educational resources, and interactive content.
Support onsite tours, workshops, lectures, school programs, community events, and other educational and outreach initiatives.
Develop and maintain relationships with community partners, collectors, and institutions; assist with artifact acquisitions aligned with the museum’s mission and curatorial focus.
Provide engaging museum tours and promote public engagement with exhibits, collections, and programs.
Perform other tasks as assigned.