Education Coordinator - El Pueblo History Museum
Education Coordinator - El Pueblo History Museum
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HISTORY COLORADO has a strong commitment to diversity inclusion and cultural competency because of that we are continuously seeking to recruit individuals who will enhance this diversity and ultimately the effectiveness of our organization.
Two foundational things are true at History Colorado: We love Colorado. And we believe in the transformative power of history. We are a people-driven history-centered movement building a better future. We are stronger when we do this together building new knowledge and shared meaning that improves lives today and for our descendants.
As an agency of the State of Colorado and a non-profit organization we are committed to serving all Coloradans. We offer access to our states history through enriching experiences at eleven museums and historic sites with dynamic and relevant exhibits and activities. We work with school groups and young learners through field trips day camps and traveling programs. Were also home to a free public research center Colorados Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (OAHP) and the Colorado State Historical Fund (SHF) the nations largest preservation program of its kind. We steward 15 million objects photographs and archival resources that make up the States collection and serve tens of thousands of learners of all ages through dynamic programs.
We strive to be a place of belonging for all Coloradans. Were committed to Colorados diverse communities through education engagement and access. We know were succeeding when more voices perspectives and experiences are part of History Colorado.Its our vision that every Coloradan feels rooted draws strength from those who have come before us and knows they belong in this place.
In pursuit of a more just and equitable Colorado we embody thegrounding virtueslisted below as the foundation of all aspects of our work: our thinking communication process outcomes and evaluation. Our work is guided by for and of the communities we build belong to and serve and we commit to:
Being in Community
Amplifying and Centering Voices of Black Indigenous and People of Color
Co-creation and Shared Authority
Humility and Reflection
Responsiveness and Flexibility
Shared Destiny
Mission Statement:We are Colorado. Together our generational work centers communities deepens knowledge and catalyzes the transformative power of history.
If you are considering a career opportunity with the goal of making a difference consider joining the dedicated people at History Colorado. We offer fantastic benefits including:
Strong secure yet flexible retirement benefits including aPERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Planplus 401K and 457 plans
Employer supplementedHealth Savings Account
Paid life insurance plus additional optional life insurance options
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave accruals
Excellent work-life programs such as flexible schedules and more.
Equity Diversity and Inclusion
The State of Colorado believes that equity diversity and inclusion drive our success and we encourage candidates from all identities backgrounds and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore in all aspects of the employment process we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy medical condition related to pregnancy creed ancestry national origin marital status genetic information or military status (with preference given to military veterans) or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
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This position assists the Museum Director at the El Pueblo History Museum in the management of education programs community partnerships and volunteer coordination. Education: Creates public and K-12 programs that reflect the history heritage and cultures of Pueblo and Southern Colorado. Oversees the promotion programming coordination and evaluation of school and public guided tours. Coordinates plans and promotes lecture series and other adult learning programs. Recruits instructors and implements hands-on learning programming and workshops. Establishes pedagogical goals and evaluates educational outcomes for all educational programming with the Museum Director and Education Division Director. Ensures learning areas and necessary learning materials are prepared for tours lectures and workshops.
Management Planning and Operations: In collaboration with the Museum Director and relevant History Colorado divisions participates in the planning development and implementation of in-person and virtual tours educational programs workshops and revenue generating programs. Works with Collections and Curatorial Division to plan use of collections materials for educational purposes and oversees stewardship of collections materials on museum property. Responsible for planning budgeting and supervising internship experiences for students of all ages. Oversees education volunteers to include training scheduling and implementation of programming and tours. Works with volunteers and interns.
Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
A Bachelors degree in education history museum studies or anthropology or Two years experience in educational program development working with children and teachers and experience in diverse educational settings is preferred. The successful candidate will possess: Excellent communications skills and public service experience. Experience in working with volunteers. The ability to initiate projects set goals and priorities and manage multiple projects independently. Up-to-date awareness of local and national education standards. Excellent written and oral communication skills including an ability to communicate with school and general audiences and an ability to research and interpret complex subject matter in accessible and creative ways.
Additional Requirements for this position: Some travel is required for group meetings outreach and consultation. The use handling or exposure to hazardous materials can exist in museum collections and historic properties may be required.
Supplemental Information
History Colorado is committed to anti-racism practices across its institution and outlined in these grounding virtues. As such we encourage members of Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) LGBTQ and differently abled communities to apply for this position.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application but will be used to supplement information to the application. Part of the selection process for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application materials. Therefore it is paramount that in the experience portion of your application you describe the extent that you possess the education experience and competencies outlined in the job announcement as well as the special and/or preferred qualifications. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may prevent you from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.
A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Felony convictions or conviction of crimes of moral turpitude or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions it is your responsibility to provide Human Resources with an official disposition of any charges.
ADAAA Accommodations: Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete the application. To request an accommodation please contact Jesus Garcia or email.
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Employment Type
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