• Love to make people smile and feel welcome?
• Always attend public events and think “I could organize this”?
• Enjoy thinking of programs or ideas and making them come to life?
• Want to work for a great cause?
We may have the perfect job for you!
The Nantucket Historical Association is seeking an energetic and positive visionary who enjoys public service and event planning to join its award-winning team as Public Programs Coordinator.
The NHA provides a dynamic array of guest lectures, concerts, family experiences and special programs to the Nantucket community all year long, and the Public Programs Coordinator is responsible for the creation and successful management of this fast-paced program schedule.
The NHA Public Programs Coordinator must have a strong eye for detail and a larger creative vision, as s/he will research, develop, and execute one-of-a-kind, engaging public programs and outreach experiences for adults and families, inspired by the NHA’s historic collections and seasonal exhibitions.
Applicants should possess a genuine appreciation for working with the greater public, as well as colleagues in the Nantucket community. Candidates should be outgoing, creative self-starters with truly superior organizational and communication skills, and must demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects successfully while maintaining a positive outlook and sense of humor.
This position calls for an independent problem-solver who is equally adept at asking for help, someone who is comfortable taking direction from a supervisor or working closely in a team setting. This candidate should have an aptitude for learning new technology, media and A/V skills as required. Applicant must be prepared to work some weekends, evenings, and holidays.
The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and/or at least 3-5 years of related experience in public programs, event management, customer service and/or education. A Master’s degree, relevant experience at a museum or historic site and/or demonstrated interest in art history, public history, or museum administration is a plus. An open, positive attitude is essential.
Cover letter, resume and three references should be emailed immediately to Rebecca Miller at rmiller@nha.org, or c/o Nantucket Historical Association, PO Box 1016, Nantucket, MA 02554.
The Nantucket Historical Association is an equal opportunity employer.