This position is part of the National Archives and Records Administration. Serves as Director of the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum. Incumbent is responsible for planning, directing, and administering all programs and activities of the library and museum. The library presents the era of the President to scholars, students, journalists, producers of mass media, public officials, and the general public.

Application Open: 10/03/2024 to 10/31/2024

Salary: $147,649 - $221,900 per year

As Director, Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum, you will:

• Be responsible for planning, directing, and administering all programs and activities of the library and museum.
• Plan and direct the archival program of the library, which contains the papers of Harry Truman including the Presidential materials for the period of his tenure and his Vice Presidential materials; the papers of persons such as cabinet officers, heads of Federal agencies, members of Congress, and political leaders; audiovisual materials for the period of his tenure; and artifact collections of museum objects and memorabilia related to the President and his times.
• Direct the development and implementation of exhibitions and public and educational programs relevant to the mission of the library, which are designed to increase knowledge of and connection to history, increase civic engagement, and establish historical context for current issues.
  
• Maintain close working relationships with the former President's family and the Truman Library Institute, particularly in developing and sustaining partnership ventures and programs that enhance the growth and reputation of the library as a dynamic museum and center of public scholarship and service.
  
• Develop cooperative working relationships with academic, cultural and non-profit organizations to establish joint initiatives related to the holdings of the library.
  
• Provide leadership, policy development, program accountability, budget formulation, and strategic planning for the library, in context with NARA's overall strategic plan, annual budget and operating plans.
  

Interested applicants must apply online. For more information or to apply visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/812459500. 

The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Museum's operations, including staff management, fundraising, strategic planning, board development, and community engagement. This full-time and fully in-person position reports to the Board of Directors.

See https://blackiowa.org/about/careers/ for position description.

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, and references (2 professional and 2 character) to search@blackiowa.org. This position is open until filled. For more information about the Museum, visit our website at blackiowa.org. Please direct questions to search@blackiowa.org.

The Missouri Historical Society in St Louis is seeking a qualified Objects Conservator to manage the conservation lab and perform exhibit and non-exhibit-focused artifact conservation. This position is open until filled. 

Updated 9/19/2024

Visit the MHS Career for site for the job description and how to apply. 

https://mohistory.aaimtrack.com/jobs/1076654