MUSEUM SUPERVISOR/EXPERT
About The Position
Based at the Old State House Museum in Little Rock, Arkansas, the Museum Supervisor/Expert leads educational programming and oversees museum operations, staff, and programming. The position supports the museum’s mission to preserve and interpret historical, cultural, and educational exhibits for the public. Duties include planning and delivering programs, tours, workshops, and special events for diverse audiences; providing informational and interpretive services to school groups, researchers, and the general public; and conducting research to support museum exhibits and collections. Depending on the hiring agency’s operational needs, the position may include supervisory duties or serve as a senior technical expert. The role oversees collections management, exhibit installation, visitor engagement, facility operations, and compliance with state and federal museum standards. It also involves working with historians, educators, cultural experts, marketing teams, community organizations, and public agencies to support accurate interpretation, public engagement, and museum initiatives.
Requirements
- At least three years of experience in historic preservation, museum administration, cultural programming, education, or a related field, including one year in a leadership role.
- Ability to supervise and mentor museum staff and foster a positive, professional work environment.
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of Arkansas history, culture, and heritage.
- Understanding of museum ethics, collections management standards, and conservation best practices.
- Excellent public speaking and storytelling abilities.
- Strong written communication skills for reports, grants, and interpretive materials.
- Ability to engage students, researchers, and general visitors.
- Proficiency in budget planning, grant writing, and fundraising strategies.
- Experience in event coordination and public program planning.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Ability to manage museum inventory, archival records, and digital collections.
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day museum operations, including staffing, scheduling, and facility management.
- Ensure exhibits and collections are maintained, documented, and preserved in accordance with state and federal museum guidelines.
- Monitor and evaluate attendance, visitor experience, and program effectiveness.
- Coordinate exhibit installations, educational programs, and special events.
- Collaborate with historians, educators, and cultural experts to develop historically accurate, interactive displays.
- Oversee research and curation of museum collections, including documentation and preservation.
- Work with marketing teams to promote museum events, programs, and exhibits.
- Supervise and provide leadership to museum staff, volunteers, and interns, as assigned by agency needs.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for the public, schools, and community organizations.
- Develop and deliver educational programs, guided tours, and workshops for diverse audiences.
- Represent the museum at public meetings, conferences, and heritage initiatives.
- Oversee financial reports and ensure compliance with state fiscal policies and grant requirements.
- Ensure operations comply with state and federal laws concerning historic preservation, collections management, and accessibility.
- Maintain compliance with occupational health and safety standards, including artifact security protocols.
- Maintain records of museum acquisitions, donations, and loans in accordance with archival standards.
- Provide informational and interpretive services to visitors, including school groups, researchers, and the general public.
- Conduct research to support and enhance exhibits and collections.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
