Description:
Leads the Holland Museum’s Education and the Exhibits Department, including oversight over all public programs, community outreach initiatives, and exhibit development in alignment with the museum’s inclusive mission to tell the stories of Holland’s diverse and dynamic community.
- Community Outreach and Educational Programs
- Cultivate partnerships and collaborations with community organizations, businesses, and local governments. Strengthen relationships with local school districts and educators.
- Develop strategies for growing audiences and improving community access to Holland Museum resources and programs.
- Implement and evaluate outreach initiatives and public programs at the Holland Museum, the Cappon House/Settlers House sites, and the Armory.
- Provide vision and leadership for the development and implementation of educational programs that align with state curriculum standards, complement the museum’s DEAI mission, and support strategic priorities.
- Lead the Education Committee to support educational initiatives and community partnerships.
- Direct the development of long-range interpretive and educational plans for the Holland Museum and the Cappon House/Settlers House sites.
- Provide managerial oversight for educational programs; staff educational tours and programs as needed.
- Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate two departmental employees plus interns.
- Create and manage the Education and Exhibits budgets.
- Assist with grant applications and administer departmental funding.
- Represent the Holland Museum at speaking engagements and media appearances.
- Write program descriptions for newsletter and website; work with staff to promote and market exhibitions and programs.
- Contribute to the advancement of the museum field through membership and active participation in relevant professional organizations.
- Other duties as requested or assigned.