Public Programs Coordinator [The Mount]

The Public Programs Coordinator will manage all aspects of planning, developing, implementing, and assessing adult, family, and children’s programs. The Public Programs Coordinator will work in support of The Mount’s mission with the goal of providing outstanding visitor services and quality programs and events for a broad audience. Public programs at The Mount include lectures, workshops, performances, panels, community events, and specialty tours, among others. All public programs are centered around the historical, cultural, and natural resources of The Mount. This position requires some evening and weekend work. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES •Oversee the development, planning, and delivery of public programs and special events. •Coordinate on-site logistics for public programs and disseminate information to appropriate staff. •Coordinate and oversee program and event volunteers and staff. •Research and coordinate relationships with vendors, presenters, and community organizations. •Manage recordkeeping of all program and event details and oversee program assessment and evaluation. •Work with other Mount departments and staff to develop and strengthen program offerings. •Foster relationships with other institutions and members of the community to develop collaborative programs. •Develop relationships with area schools and educators to administrate the Edith Wharton Writing Competition. •Work with Communications staff to promote programming and develop publicity materials. •Create budgets and contracts for programs and negotiate instructor fees. •Assist in the development of the operating budget for the Programs Department. The Public Programs Coordinator position is a full-time, full-benefits, exempt, employment-at-will position. Education and Experience: •Bachelor’s degree in history, English, education, museum studies, arts management, or a related field is required; a M.A. is preferred. •One to three years of increasingly related work experience. •Event planning experience or prior work with museum audiences and community engagement is preferred. Qualifications: •Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills with attention to detail. •Ability to multi-task, organize work, and meet deadlines with careful attention to detail in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. •Proven writing and communication skills. •Compelling public speaking presence and excellent oral communication skills. •Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with coworkers and a variety of individuals contacted in the course of work. •Ability to operate computers, media equipment, and assigned software. •Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. •Must be available to work evening and weekend hours as needed. Please send resume and letter of interest to info@edithwharton.org.