Head Of Public History

William & Mary

Williamsburg, Virginia, US
Base: $68,250 up to $85,300; bonus/equity: not spe...
Fully remote
Public history research
Community engagement
Historical interpretation
William & Mary is seeking a Head of Public History to oversee public history initiatives, particularly focusing on the university's historical legacies and community engagement. The role involves conducting research, leading public programming, and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance the understanding of the university's complex past

Job Summary

  • William & Mary Libraries seeks a Head of Public History to advance research, engagement, and storytelling centered on the university’s complex past and its relationship with surrounding communities.
  • The Head of Public History will lead the Lemon Project and Bray School Lab to connect legacy projects about William & Mary’s history, including African American life, slavery, and race in the university and Williamsburg.
  • They will supervise two full-time employees and one part-time employee who support public history initiatives.

Matching Summary

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William & Mary is seeking a Head of Public History to oversee public history initiatives, particularly focusing on the university's historical legacies and community engagement. The role involves conducting research, leading public programming, and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance the understanding of the university's complex past.

Salary

Base: $68,250 up to $85,300; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Regular (benefited)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • public history research
  • community engagement
  • historical interpretation
  • public programming
  • archival resources

Nice-to-have

  • digital humanities tools
  • Virginia regional history
  • descendant community engagement
  • grant writing

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in history, public history, museum studies, or related field
  • Demonstrated experience in archival or public history research and teaching
  • Strong record of community-engaged scholarship or programming
  • Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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