Onsite housing is available at the Levi Jordan Plantation, if needed.

JOB OBJECTIVE: The Texas Historical Commission seeks a visionary leader to manage Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historic Site, Levi Jordan Plantation State Historic Site, and Sabine Pass State Historic Site. This is an exciting opportunity to assist in the development of a new visitor center at Levi Jordan Plantation, restoration of the Varner-Hogg Plantation main house, site development and restoration at Sabine Pass, and assist in the development of a public archeology program at both plantations. By working with area universities and community scholars, descendants, community stakeholders design firm, and exhibition designer, this is a unique opportunity to educate, inspire, and engage the public to reflect upon the history and culture of people of African heritage in Brazoria County and southeast Texas at Levi Jordan Plantation. It will encourage visitors to celebrate the fortitude, tenacity, hard work, intelligence, creativity, and ingenuity demonstrated by people of African descent. It will inspire visitors with stories of resilience maintaining their culture and heritage in the face of social constructs and a changing political environment.

Under the direction of a Director for Historic Sites Operations, the Complex Site Manager oversees a professional staff and is responsible for effective administration, and operation, including, but not limited to: budget development and management; maintenance of site; resource management and curatorial care of original and reproduction artifacts and exhibits; visitor services, interpretive and educational program planning, development, scheduling, production and evaluation; operate; development of beneficial partnerships, volunteer management, media relations, promotional and marketing activities; records management and reporting; management of minor repair and maintenance projects; establishing program goals and objectives; developing program guidelines, procedures, policies, and rules; and personnel management. The Site Manager reports to the Director of Historic Sites Operations and the Assistant Deputy Executive Director of Historic Sites, and through them to the Deputy Executive Director of Historic Sites and the agency Executive Director. Coordination and interaction with headquarters staff, and local government entities on matters affecting the site is crucial. Provides leadership to site staff, volunteers, and other stakeholders to successfully manage and conserve the site’s natural and cultural resources. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

(The application must specifically state how each of the following qualifications are met):

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Business, Education, History, American Studies, Archeology, Anthropology, Museum Studies, or closely related field that included course work in museum studies;
• Minimum five years’ work experience in exhibition development, cultural resources, historic sites, or the museum field;
• Minimum three years of administrative and supervisory experience in directing a cultural resources facility, museum, or historic site;
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and ability to drive a state vehicle;
• Required to travel up to 10% of the work period.

PREFER:

• Master’s degree in History, Education, American Studies, Historic Preservation, Archeology, Museum Studies, Public History, or a closely related field that included museum studies course work with three-to-five years’ experience in the museum field;
• Experience conceptualizing and implementing and evaluating exhibitions and interpretive activities; and/or
• Experience in working with underrepresented communities.
• Experience managing people and with strengths in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

• Knowledge of historic site administration and operations;
• Knowledge of cultural resource management;
• Knowledge of museum interpretation/education;
• Knowledge of safety rules, regulations, practices, and procedures;
• Skill in overseeing facility/equipment/grounds repair programs and repair techniques;
• Ability to develop marketing, promotional activities, and special events;
• Ability to manage programs and projects;
• Ability to develop and maintain financial systems;
• Ability to develop relationships and professional partnerships with diverse communities;
• Effective verbal and written communication, human relations, and organizational skills;
• Effective critical thinking skills;
• Skill in providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers;
• Skill in operating a personal computer with word processing, database, and spreadsheet software;
• Ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and recommend effective solutions;
• Ability to process information in a logical manner and to assess validity;
• Ability to work in a setting requiring self-motivation/cooperative decision-making and to work effectively with diverse groups of people;
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining extreme attention to detail;
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to adapt successfully and quickly to change and deliver quality results in a timely manner;
• Ability to plan, organize and work independently, as well as within a team environment;
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion; and
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.

REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION, OR LICENSURE:
Must have or obtain a valid Driver’s License and Defensive Driving Course to be able to operate state vehicles.

ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: The workplace setting is a historic site, in an office and in outdoor settings where there is exposure to high temperatures, weather, dust, insects and pollution. This employee typically works irregular hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturdays, Sundays, or holidays. This position may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping, and bending; safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds and climb one steep flight of stairs on a regular basis. Work includes walking on uneven pathways and unpaved surfaces. Must be able to work extended periods at a computer. Occasional travel with an overnight stay.

REMARKS (Application procedures, Special requirements): State of Texas application must be submitted through the CAPPS website. Only applicants interviewed will be notified of their selection or non-selection. Resumes will NOT be accepted in place of a completed application.

For additional information regarding this posting, please visit https://www.thc.texas.gov/job-opportunities.