Museum Site Coordinator (Oakwood Chapel/Parks & Recreation Department)

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Art History, Art, Museum, Science, or other related field, plus three (3) years of experience in Museum Administration or in planning/designing exhibits.
• Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years

Licenses or Certifications:

• None.

Notes to Applicants

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department ( PARD ) provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.

The purpose of this Museum Site Coordinator position is to provide cemetery tours and programming that meet community standards for dignity and respect while providing Austin’s citizens and visitors with an appreciation for the art, history, nature and architecture that the cemetery provides.

Application Instructions/Job Requirements:

• Application: A detailed, complete application is required, and applicants must include on their Employment Record all experience (work and/or volunteer) related to this job posting - up to 10 years or more; this will be used to determine your base compensation. Employment Record dates must include month and year. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application. Statements such as “See Resume” will not be accepted and a resume alone will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application.
• Skills Assessments: Skills assessment(s) may be required as part of the recruitment process.
• Virtual Interviews: PARD may conduct virtual interviews.
• Military/Veteran: An applicant claiming Military/Veteran status must provide a copy of his or her DD-214(s), or valid comparable document, at the time of interview.
• Physical Requirements: Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying, or using a force equal to lifting up to ten (10) pounds. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be physically and mentally able to communicate, respond, and work with participant’s needs and safety issues.

Other Information:

• Posting Guidelines: PARD reserves the right to close posted positions prior to the advertised close date, based on recruitment strategies and business needs. This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other divisions/work locations within the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department. Decisions on assigned selection will be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.
• Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
• Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: PARD work site locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any PARD work site - including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicles located on the premises.

Pay Range
$26.61 - $31.87 per hour
Hours
Work Location/Schedule:

• Wednesday through Sunday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• May be required to work during special events or programming, evenings, weekends & holidays.
• Work schedule and location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.
• May be required to work during City emergencies such as extreme weather events.

Job Close Date 03/27/2025 Type of Posting External Department Parks and Recreation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Oakwood Chapel, 1601 Navasota Street Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Education:

• Major coursework in history, anthropology, cemetery studies, or related field.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with planning and producing cemetery programming and/or heritage tourism programming.
• Familiarity with the processes of monument conservation and documentation.
• Skills and experience in marketing and outreach using social media, Creative Suite, photography or video.
• Experience with organizing and implementing projects with community volunteers.
• Experience with planning and implementing docent tours.
• Experience with archival preservation practices including digitization.
• Collections management experience utilizing digital collections management tools.
• Experience with interpreting historic subject matter through exhibits, public programs or online outlets.
• Experience supervising, scheduling, and managing volunteers and docents.

Preferred Skills:

• Skill in marketing and outreach using social media, Past Perfect software, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe Creative Suite software.

Other:

• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Plans, develops, coordinates, evaluates, oversees and improves education, public programs and special events. Manages the day-to-day care of assigned collections, exhibits, records, material assets, and other City owned or loaned property. Coordinates the design and creation of marketing information. Develops exhibit designs, installation, and programming. Allocates space and resources for various programs and activities as required. Oversees the care, conservation, and enhancement of city art and other collections. Recommends purchases or de-accessions of collections, equipment and supplies, etc. Provides information to the public through lectures, press releases, and public service announcements. Provides tours to the public. Formulates and implements policies for collections, building use, and support group agreements. Assess collection values and register artifacts. Solicits, applies for, obtains, and monitor grants, foundation funds, and donations. Conducts and analyze needs assessments and surveys. Research information as requested or needed to ensure accuracy of educational programming. Establishes short and long range plans.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of cultural education programs and appropriate care of exhibit materials.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Knowledge of principles and methods for showing and promoting cultural and historical exhibits.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws.
• Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to apply for and monitor grants and donations.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires a graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Art History, Art, Museum Science, or other related field, plus three (3) years of experience in Museum Administration or in planning/designing exhibits. Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years. Do you meet this minimum qualification?

• Yes
• No

* In reviewing the preferred qualifications section of this job posting, please describe in 500 words or less how you meet those preferred qualifications.
(Open Ended Question)
* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents

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• City of Austin

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