Manager Of Museum Education And Programs

Manager Of Museum Education And Programs

Brown University

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Job Description : About Brown :

Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.

Brown University offers a flexible work / life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more. To learn about Brown University's benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page here for further information.

About the Opportunity :

The Haffenreffer Museum of Anthropology is Brown University's teaching and research museum. A resource across the university, we inspire creative and critical thinking about culture by fostering interdisciplinary understanding of the material world.

Brown University is located in Providence, Rhode Island, on lands that are within the ancestral homelands of the Narragansett Indian Tribe. The Narragansett Indian Tribe, whose ancestors stewarded these lands with great care, continues as a sovereign nation today. We commit to working together to honor our past and build our future with truth.

Responsibilities :

The Manager of Museum Education and Programs is responsible for academic collections-based learning; public programming; pre-K-12 education; gallery access and visitor services; and community outreach at the Haffenreffer Museum of Anthropology. The role manages, designs, coordinates, and in some cases delivers these programs aligned with the museum's goal to create a welcoming and innovative educational environment. The role also manages HMA's education collections. This position works collaboratively across museum departments, university departments and centers, external partners, and Native American and other stakeholder communities. The role provides significant input into the museum's strategic direction and serves as a key advisor to museum leadership on matters of education, programming, exhibition, and other community outreach.

Qualifications :

Education and Experience

• Required : Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Education, Museum Studies, or a related field and minimum 3-5 years' related experience.
• Preferred : Master's degree in a related field and minimum 3-5 years' related experience or equivalent relevant experience.

Job Competencies

Salary Grade : 10

Additional Information :

Ability to travel locally and regionally to build community partnerships.

Evening and weekend work required to support public programs.

This position will require on site work at both HMA's Collections Research Center in Bristol, RI, and the Brown main campus in Providence, RI, for the next one to two years.

Open until filled. For fullest consideration please submit within two weeks of the Brown University posting date.

A background check must be completed prior to employment.

Applicants are asked to include a resume and cover letter.

Benefits of Working at Brown :

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here .

Recruiting Start Date :

2025-11-03

Job Posting Title :

Manager of Museum Education and Programs

Department : Haffenreffer Museum

Grade : Grade 10

Worker Type : Employee

Worker Sub-Type : Regular

Time Type : Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

37.5

Position Work Location :

Hybrid Eligible

Submission Guidelines :

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu .

EEO Statement :

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.

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