Jackson County, Missouri

Historic Site Supervisor - Mo Town Living History Museum

Jackson County, Missouri  •  $28.58 - $220/hr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Department: Parks + Rec

Grade: 220

Salary: $28.58/hour

Job Duties:

This position is responsible for managing, operating, and maintaining a historic site; makes daily operational decisions. The associate gives direct supervision to 4 full-time employees, 3-5 seasonal employees and up to 50 volunteers. This associate oversees staffing, schedules, and supervision of multiple personnel; manages retail store operations; procures operational materials and resale items; and makes suggestions for capital equipment and capital projects.

  • Manages assigned historic site that is open to the general public six days per week for general tours, special events, and school tours.
  • Consistently monitors physical infrastructure of site and requests work orders to correct.
  • Develops and implements historic site programs consistent with expectations of department.
  • Performs regular safety reviews of site, takes necessary steps to ensure that the public and staff are not exposed to hazards.
  • Works with outside agencies to ensure that livestock operations are consistent with federal requirements.
  • Serves as a liaison with the volunteer group, which includes attending meetings, training volunteers, and coordinating with the volunteers to develop programming and staffing for events.
  • Mo Town Living History Museum – Work with the site staff and volunteers to maintain the livestock.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree in History, Archeology, Museum Studies, Archival Science or related field and at least one year of work experience in museum administration, historic interpretation, special promotions or an equivalent combination of experience.
  • Four (4) years of supervisory experience in a museum or historic site setting.
  • Must be able to work weekends and occasional holidays.
  • Must have basic computer skills including e-mail and Microsoft Office.
  • Must possess/maintain valid Driver's License.
  • Must submit to/pass pre-employment background and drug screen.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Jackson County, Missouri

About Jackson County, Missouri

Jackson County, Missouri is home to unique communities - each with its own personality, government officials and amenities. We are one of 114 counties in Missouri and are comprised of 18 cities and towns, which includes most of Kansas City, MO.

The employees of Jackson County fill a vast array of positions, but they are all part of one team sharing a common goal - serving the County's citizens. Jackson County is a great place to work and retire from. With competitive benefits and an employee pension plan, many employees stay with the county for 10+ years.

Jackson County Parks + Rec is the third largest county parks system in America. It is home to fantastic beaches and lakes, with the finest public marinas in Missouri.

We offer our residents and regional neighbors nearly 22,000 acres of premier outdoor enjoyment for "get-away-from-it-all" weekends and memorable vacations.

Jackson County voters adopted a Charter in 1970 that created a new form of County government, one featuring three distinctive branches: the Executive, the Legislative and the Judicial. Appointed directors lead the various administrative departments - Assessment, Collections, Recorder of Deeds, etc. Jackson County's elected officials include one County Executive, nine County Legislators, the County Prosecutor and the County Sheriff. Voters approved a revised Charter in August of 2010 to provide updates that included the County Ethics Code.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Kansas City, Missouri
Year Founded
1826
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