Program and Outreach Specialist

Sarasota County Government

84d • $53,456

About The Position

The Sarasota County History Center is looking for a Program and Outreach Specialist to help plan and execute programs, events, and workshops that promote local and regional history and genealogy. This role involves working directly with the collection to incorporate materials into public workshops, classroom activities, exhibits, and research tutorials. The History Center is currently building a new 30,000-square-foot facility, and the Program and Outreach Specialist will play a key role in ensuring it is filled with engaging programs and activities upon opening.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in History, Public History, Communications, Education, or a related discipline.
• Two (2) years of related experience, with community events/activities planning as a substitute for required education.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in History, Public History, Communications, Education, or a related discipline.
• Two (2) years of experience working in archives, libraries, museums, or similar institutions with program and outreach-related responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Developing, planning, and executing public programs highlighting local and regional history, genealogy, and historic preservation for diverse audiences.
• Promoting the understanding and use of the Sarasota County History Center and its resources and services.
• Cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with community partners, local non-profits, and other County departments.
• Recruiting outside presenters to provide public programming as part of the History Center’s offerings.
• Evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of History Center programs and seeking new opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinating History Center participation in systemwide programs and initiatives.
• Compiling accurate statistics on History Center programs and services.
• Liaising with the Department’s outreach team to ensure availability and promotion of History Center collections and services.
• Creating communications to promote the History Center’s collections, services, and programs.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Florida Retirement System (FRS).
• 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, and 16 paid vacation days in the first year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees