Public Programs & Partnerships Lead

Evolving Solution Services; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 57,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wadsworth Atheneum Museum in Hartford, CT is seeking a Public Programs & Partnerships Manager to design, produce, and evaluate welcoming experiences that connect audiences with the museum’s collections and civic role.

The role collaborates with curatorial, learning and engagement, marketing, and community partners to create talks, workshops, campus collaborations, and other formats that invite curiosity and participation. Evening/weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Three to five years of experience in developing public programs, cultural events, community engagement, or related work.
• Experience working with artists, educators, performers, community partners, and university collaborators is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, produce, and evaluate public programs for a wide audience.
• Collaborate with curatorial, learning and engagement, marketing, and external partners.
• Design diverse formats to invite participation and reduce barriers to engagement.
• Manage program logistics including schedules, budgets, contracts, and travel.
• Support learning partnerships and internship programs.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Audience engagement

Hospitality

Project management

Collaboration

Adaptability

Interdisciplinary teaching

Leadership

Availability evenings/weekends

Teamwork across departments

Art history knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Databases

Job description

The Wadsworth Atheneum Museum in Hartford, CT is seeking a Public Programs & Partnerships Manager to design, produce, and evaluate welcoming experiences that connect audiences with the museum’s collections and civic role.

The role collaborates with curatorial, learning and engagement, marketing, and community partners to create talks, workshops, campus collaborations, and other formats that invite curiosity and participation. Evening/weekend availability may be required.