Museum Education & Outreach Coordinator

State of Tennessee; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Tennessee's Museum Program Coordinator in Nashville oversees education and public programs, coordinating school field trips, capitol tours, and outreach initiatives at the Tennessee State Museum. The role emphasizes professional public contact, curriculum development, and engaging historical content.

Under supervision, you’ll help plan exhibits, evaluate visitor experiences, and supervise staff, all while maintaining strong knowledge of Tennessee history and culture and ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1 year of museum or historic-site experience.
• Substitution of experience for education may apply up to four years.
• Background clearance and valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate educational programs, field trips, and tours for the museum and capitol.
• Schedule daily functions of programs, reservations, tours and events.
• Record and report visitation data and evaluate program success.
• Develop evaluation strategies to measure visitor satisfaction.
• Supervise museum program assistants and ensure quality customer service.
• Research, write, and develop historical content for curriculum and exhibits.
• Deliver tours and public lectures with historically accurate content.
• Maintain knowledge of Tennessee history and culture.
• Possibility of supervisory duties including hiring and coaching.

Skills

Judgment & Decision Making

Active Learning

Time Management

Speaking

Service Orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Personal Computer

Copier/Scanner

Telephone

Motor Vehicle

Job description

State of Tennessee's Museum Program Coordinator in Nashville oversees education and public programs, coordinating school field trips, capitol tours, and outreach initiatives at the Tennessee State Museum. The role emphasizes professional public contact, curriculum development, and engaging historical content.

Under supervision, you’ll help plan exhibits, evaluate visitor experiences, and supervise staff, all while maintaining strong knowledge of Tennessee history and culture and ensuring