Site Director - Honey Springs Battlefield and Visitor Center

Oklahoma Historical Society

Site Director - Honey Springs Battlefield and Visitor Center

Oklahoma Historical Society

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Full/Part-Time: Full time

Compensation: $55,000.00 a year plus benefits

Job Description

Site Director – Honey Springs Battlefield and Visitor Center, Checotah

Honey Springs Battlefield (HSB) is a division of the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS). The OHS is an agency of the State of Oklahoma and a private membership organization governed by a Board of Directors.

The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society is to collect, preserve, and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma and its people. The OHS was founded on May 27, 1893, by members of the Territorial Press Association. In 1918 the OHS was relocated to the State Capitol, and in 1930 moved to the Wiley Post building. In 2005 came the opening of the Oklahoma History Center in Oklahoma City. Over the years the OHS has developed numerous collections, programs, research centers, museums, historic homes, and military sites across the state.

About the Role

The Site Director will lead the staff of the Honey Springs Battlefield and ensure fiscal stability, growth, and strategic planning. The Site Director will oversee all day-to-day operations of the site and visitor center.  

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in the development and management of operational budgets from multiple revenue sources
• Proven experience and success in grant writing and development
• Comprehensive awareness and experience of all aspects of museum operations
• Ability to communicate clearly and represent the institution in public, professional, and media settings
• Dynamic, forward thinker who is a team player

• Has experience and/or capability for providing inspiring, visionary leadership, in planning strong, innovative programs and initiatives, and fostering creativity and high performance

Responsibilities

• Oversees and assesses the day-to-day operations of the HSB and personnel, prioritizes activities, develops and enforces policies, provides direction, guidance, and training for staff, while encouraging a healthy, respectful and productive work environment.
• Acts as head interpreter for HSB and gives tours as needed.
• Helps plan the biennial Battle of Honey Springs reenactment.
• Helps raise private funds for special events, exhibits, and restoration projects.
• Oversees numerous departments, including: exhibitions, learning and engagement, curatorial, special events, and museum store.
• Provide leadership in establishing goals and objectives for the HSB.
• Demonstrates an understanding and respect for all facets of museum operations regarding procedures, preservation of artifacts, best practices, and industry ethics.
• Continually evaluate and improve mission driven offerings to the public, including exhibits and educational programs, exploring opportunities and initiatives, and mobilizing support.
• Development of professional relationships with community stakeholders including serving as the public face of the HSB.
• Maintains a strong working relationship with Friends of Honey Springs Battlefield support group and assists with museum store inventory
• Help facilitate research requests from the public.
• Manages a robust social media presence for the HSB and seeks new opportunities to engage the digital audience.

Education and Experience

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in history, historic preservation, museum studies, public or business administration, or a closely related field and a minimum of four years of professional experience in the management of museums, non-profits, or other related professional management experience.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

To apply, visit: State of Oklahoma Careers (myworkdayjobs.com)