Director of Museum History and Holocaust Education

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships, and economic opportunity? Do you want to cultivate an inclusive environment that encourages free expression and civil discourse? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.  

Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Responsible for developing and implementing operational policies and strategic initiatives that align with the museum¿s mission. Oversees strategic planning, resource allocation, fundraising, growing student success initiatives, and building partnerships nationally and internationally. Manages and develops a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability and contributing to Kennesaw State University's national prominence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Oversees daily operations at the MHHE to support the museum's growth and enhance its regional, national, and international reputation.
2. Manages assigned staff, including hiring, performance evaluation, training, workflow management, and time tracking.
3. Leads long-term goal-setting and strategic planning in alignment with the KSU strategic plan, develop departmental procedures, and manage MHHE¿s resource allocation.
4. Supervises exhibits, collections, public programs, and outreach activities, providing regular updates to key stakeholders.
5. Collaborates with stakeholders and KSU leadership to oversee fundraising efforts and donor relations.
6. Directs scholarly and creative activities for the MHHE team, including publications, conference presentations, and related activities.
7. Maximizes resource allocation to ensure compliance, productivity, and operational efficiency.
8. Facilitates high-level collaboration between the Office of Research, Division of Legal Affairs, Office of Fiscal Services, colleges, departments, and other support units.
9. Builds professional relationships with local, national, and international partners.
10. Partners with the communications team to align website content, marketing efforts, and other initiatives with the museum¿s strategic goals and mission.
11. Acts as the primary spokesperson and advocate for the MHHE on and off campus.
12. Serves on the Executive Team for Museums, Archives & Rare Books, and University Libraries.
13. Identifies potential risks and develops mitigation strategies, ensuring compliance with University, BOR, USG, state, and federal regulations.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in history, education, or a related field

Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid and unrestricted driver's license

Required Experience
Five (5) years of relevant work experience, including supervisory experience.

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education

Preferred Experience
Experience working in academic museums, libraries, or non-profit organizations.

ABILITIES
Able to coordinate across multiple domains of responsibility in support of the overall mission of the MHHE
Able to supervise several individuals directly and coordinate and synthesize work and outcomes across multiple domains.
Able to work independently and collaboratively.
Demonstrated strategic planning experience
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects while meeting assigned deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement process improvements and drive operational efficiency.
Excellent budget, process, analytical and problem-solving abilities.

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of museum standards and best practices
Knowledge of federal, state, USG, and university policies, guidelines, rules, and regulations
Strong track record of working with various constituencies and partners locally, nationally, and internationally

SKILLS
Strong organizational skills, communication skills, and attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills.
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu

This is a supervisory position.
This position does have financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1%-24%
This position does not require security clearance.
 

• Credit Report
• Standard Enhanced
• Education
• DMV
• 9 Panel Lab Drug Test

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf