COMMUNITY SERVICES - Historic Sites Manager

Nactx; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Nacogdoches is seeking a Historic Sites Manager to direct and grow museum collections, exhibits, and public educational programs. The role involves managing daily operations, curating collections, and leading outreach efforts to bring history to life for residents and visitors.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in museum operations, collections management, and leadership, with a passion for preserving local history and engaging the community through programs and

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.

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

Community outreach

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's in museum studies/public history/public administration

Master's preferred

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.........