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MyFlorida DOS - OPS MUSUEM EDUCATION PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 45945079 in TALLAHASSEE, Florida
DOS - OPS MUSUEM EDUCATION PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 45945079
Date: Jun 24, 2024
Location:
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Requisition No: 831967
Agency: Department of State
Working Title: DOS - OPS MUSUEM EDUCATION PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 45945079
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 45945079
Salary: $17.00 hourly
Posting Closing Date: 07/15/2024
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Department of State
Museum Education Program Specialist
Division of Historical Resources
Bureau of Historical Museum
Open Competitive
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor of Arts in History or 4 years equivalent experience
Minimum of one (1) year experience in museums, education, public history, humanities, archaeology, anthropology, or marketing, either through professional work or volunteer experience
Knowledge of social media platforms and online engagement as documented through professional or freelance experience or education
Cover letter and resume
Preferences:
Minimum two (2) years professional experience in social media through paid employment, volunteer/internship, or "personal branding"
Education or coursework in marketing, hospitality, museums, or other related field
Ability to use and management digital camera equipment, knowledge of video production, and ability to complete photo/video editing using Adobe Creative Cloud
Knowledge of museum environments
Special Note:
Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported in your employment history.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Develops, executes, and evaluates interpretive and educational public programming including, but not limited to, scripting and filming of educational videos. Assists with the research, creation, and evaluation of materials for special programs and events. Maintains appropriate materials, activities, and crafts for educational and community outreach for various audiences.
Develops, executes, evaluates, and monitors Mission San Luis social media presence across multiple platforms including Facebook, Instagram, etc. Creates content to further educational activities and boost attendance at special events/programs and attracts positive attention to the site. Manages social media calendar in conjunction with site activities as approved by Curator and Executive Director. Conceptualizes and writes content for organizational newsletters including the coordination and assignment of sections to appropriate staff members. Assists in drafting of press releases and coordination as directed by External Affairs Director and others.
Assists Curator and Museum Program Supervisor in the conceptualization and implementation of Homeschool Day educational materials including collaborating with Mission San Luis educational staff in the creation of age-appropriate text, activities, and other educational materials. Serves as the lead writer for booklet materials. Assists in the preparation of materials and site for the event.
Supports the Curator in the maintenance of museum inventory including Education, Wardrobe, and Library Collections. Assists in the maintenance of Past Perfect Database and supervision of assigned interns to ensure accuracy.
Assists in the preparation for all site activities, events, and tours. When assigned, serve as liaison with vendors, community partners, clients, and others to ensure effective set-up, implementation, and evaluation of site activities.
Assists staff in logistics for and execution of public programs and performs other work-related duties as required. Cross trains with other departments to assist front-of-house, gift shop, education department, and rentals team as needed.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
The ideal candidate will possess experience in marketing, hospitality, museums or other related fields as well as an appreciation of historic sites. Candidate should also possess the following qualities:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to learn complex historical concepts and interpret written, visual, interactive, and oral formats including lesson plans, historic activities, presentations, etc.
Ability to convert historical research into multi-sensory, multi-disciplinary programs for audiences of all ages and backgrounds
Proficiency in social media positing, monitoring, and reporting and standard office software including Microsoft Office
Knowledge of Florida history
Knowledge of museum terminology, research, and programs
Public speaking skills and willingness to give tours or presentations to large groups of people
Excellent customer service skills, ability to maintain a collegial relationship with other team members, and ability to relate to people of all ages and abilities *
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team; ability to multi-task, problem-solve, and pay attention to detail; and
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: A Level 2 criminal background check is a condition of employment. If selected for this position, you must provide your fingerprints. We will send your fingerprints to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a criminal background check.
IMPORTANT NOTICES:
We are committed to enhancing our workforce through the employment of Veterans’, individuals with disabilities and seek qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds, abilities, skills, and talents to join our workforce.
Male applicants born on or after January 1, 1960, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website:https://www.sss.gov
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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