PAY GRADE: 015
CLASS TITLE:SENIOR MUSEUM EDUCATION PROGRAM SPECIALIST
ALLOCATION FACTOR(S)
This is professional work developing, organizing and conducting statewide and local museum educational programs for a state museum, researching and writing educational materials for museum programs and conducting lectures and tours.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
(Note: The examples of work as listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position. Examples of work performed are not to be used for allocation purposes.)
- Conducts and supervises statewide and local educational programs; instructs teachers and students in the museum collections and related topics.
- Conducts workshops, seminars and other educational activities for a large state museum.
- Assists in editing and copy writing a monthly museum newsletter.
- Assists in the installation of exhibits for various museum educational programs.
- Instructs and assists in art workshops and other educational programs as required.
- Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
(Note: The knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) identified in this class specification represent those needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable for individual positions in the employing agency.)
- Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication.
- Knowledge of museum terminology and programs.
- Knowledge of preservation methods and techniques.
- Ability to plan and evaluate educational materials.
- Ability to authenticate artifacts and historical documents.
- Ability to conduct workshops, seminars and other educational activities.
- Ability to review and assess program functions.
- Ability to present information in a concise and organized manner.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in art, history, anthropology or archaeology and one year of experience in museum education or exhibit design work; or
- A master's degree from an accredited college or university in art, history, anthropology or archaeology.
- Experience in the restoration of artifacts or in museum education or exhibit design work can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
EFFECTIVE:
1/1/1984
HISTORY: