COMMUNITY SERVICES - Historic Sites Manager

City of Nacogdoches; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Nacogdoches is seeking an experienced Historic Sites Manager to direct museum operations, curate collections, and grow public programs. You will lead a hands-on team and collaborate with partners to share our history.

Requirements include a bachelor's in museum studies or related field, 3+ years in historic site operations, and strong leadership and communication skills to engage residents and visitors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in museum studies, public history, public administration or related field.
• 3+ years of experience assisting in historic site or museum operations.
• Knowledge of collections management, museum ethics and cataloguing software.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations and team members across historic sites.
• Curate museum collections, organize research and design engaging temporary exhibits.
• Develop department budgets, pursue grants and manage financial resources.
• Lead community outreach programs, guided tours and educational workshops.
• Build strong network connections with community partners and organizational liaisons.

Skills

Leadership

Public speaking

Public relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in museum studies, public history, public administration or related field

Tools

Collections management software

Job description

Career Opportunity: Historic Sites Manager

Are you passionate about preserving history and engaging with the community?

The City of Nacogdoches is looking for a dynamic Historic Sites Manager to direct and grow our museum collections, exhibits and public educational programs!

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily operations and team members across historic sites.
• Curate museum collections, organize research and design engaging temporary exhibits.
• Develop department budgets, pursue grants and manage financial resources.
• Lead community outreach programs, guided tours and educational workshops.
• Build strong network connections with community partners and organizational liaisons.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in museum studies, public history, public administration or related field (Master's preferred).
• 3+ years of experience assisting in historic site or museum operations.
• Knowledge of collections management, museum ethics and cataloguing software.
• Strong leadership, communication and public relations skills.

Helpshape our story, preserve our past and bring Nacogdoches history to life.........