CURATOR OF EDUCATION
Smoky Hill Museum 

As the Curator of Education, this role is integral in crafting & managing educational & outreach programs that engage citizens across generations, elevating the prominence of educational & historical narratives in community engagements. Acting as a hub for collaboration, it connects with local & regional professionals to amplify the museum’s programs & initiatives within the community. Charged with both the innovation & implementation of a variety of educational pursuits, this role presents an invigorating & demanding environment that guarantees a harmonious work-life balance. It opens the door to a rare chance to shape & inspire through education & history, leaving a lasting mark on Salina’s cultural landscape.

On-the-Job Training: New hire orientation & training are designed to familiarize our next Curator of Education with departmental procedures & to cultivate an understanding of the Smoky Hill Museum’s educational programming objectives. Management staff from the museum share valuable insights on developing programs, engaging with the community, & collaborating on exhibits. This training environment promotes an atmosphere of ongoing learning, motivating our next new employee to refine skills & prepare for a rewarding & satisfying career in the museum field.

Duties:
· Responsible for adult, school, community & outreach programs & other educational activities.
· Member of museum planning team for overall management oversight.
· Plans, organizes, coordinates & implements a balanced series of programs designed to complement the educational mission of museum.
· Stays current with local, state & national trends.
· Contracts with local & regional craftsmen, researchers, speakers, performers, etc.
· Coordinates outreach activities; monitors & evaluates services & activities.
· Recruits, trains, & works with volunteers; plans for & supervises volunteers, craftsmen & educators.
· Schedules activities & support services.
· Works with exhibits team to develop programs & interactive elements for exhibits.
· Participates in grant writing, as needed.
· Prepares publicity.
· Plans & develops record & report systems.
· Contacts with public are frequent.
· Uses clerical equipment, including computer hardware & software.

Education:
· Bachelor’s degree in history, education, or a related field.

Experience:
· Three (3) years of experience in museum education or related field.
· Program development experience.

Requirements:
· Must possess a valid Kansas driver’s license.

Work Type:
· Light, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Equipment:
· Calculator, computer, copy machine, fax machine, hand tools, printer, telephone, & typewriter.

Hours:
· Monday – Friday.
· 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
· Works special events that may include evenings & weekends.

Starting Pay DOQ EOE:
· $45,247 – 47,528/yr.
· $21.76 - 22.85/hr.

Paid Time Off:
· 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).
· 96 hours of sick leave during first year.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace: We consider applicants for all jobs without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or familial status.  Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department at 785-309-5710.

TH 09/11/2025