Asst Dir for Hist, Rsrch & Edu Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Asst Dir for Hist, Rsrch & Edu University of South Carolina

• 4.2 Richland, SC Job Details Full-time $59,581
• $89,371 a year 14 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Life insurance Qualifications Civil rights History Doctoral degree Writing skills Mid-level 3 years Project management Bachelor’s degree Doctor of Philosophy Organizational skills Project management methodology Communication skills Time management Full Job Description For Posting Posting Number

RTF00123PO25 USC

Market Title Research Program Manager Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156410 Business Title (Internal Title) Asst Dir for Hist, Rsrch & Edu Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Division of Academic Affairs and Provost Department PROV Civil Rights Center Advertised Salary Range $59,581

• $74,477
• $89,371 Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule 8:30 am
• 5:00 pm Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other Professional About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Inclusive Excellence Statement At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees. Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the “Working at USC” section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding. South Carolina Retirement Yes State Insurance Programs Yes Annual Leave Yes Sick Leave Yes Position Description Advertised Job Summary The Assistant Director for History, Research and Education will be a leader in the Center’s academic pursuits. Manages the Center’s historical research agenda, developing exhibits, presentations, and publications. Develop strategic priorities for education and outreach. Manage in-house asset archive. Collaborate with community and university partners on various projects. Lead a team of education and research staff. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications PhD in History, Public History, or related field Previous experience in museums, archives, historic preservation, archival research, and exhibits (digital and/or physical) Extensive Knowledge of African American History, including the civil rights movement Ability to balance multiple projects and self-manage deadlines Experience working with public history collaborative projects, historical writing, and exhibits Ability to travel for research and fieldwork as needed; estimated 4-5 days per month Knowledge/Skills/Abilities General knowledge of project management principles and methodologies. Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion according to schedules and goals. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively.

Specific Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge of the African American civil rights movement, particularly the role of South Carolina, is encouraged Knowledge of and experience with History and Public History best practices, including exhibit design, digital exhibits, oral history practices, and SC archival repositories Excellent written skills and strong verbal communication skills Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail Demonstrated excellence in archival research, exhibit planning, and time management skills. Ability to collaborate and achieve results with supervision, including the ability to interact professionally with key internal and external stakeholders as needed Comprehensive knowledge of African American and/or US Civil Rights history demonstrated by authorship of a seminar paper, thesis, published exhibit, or portfolio on a topic of African American or US civil rights history Giving presentations to various audiences on historical topics and themes Responding to general inquiries on African American and Civil Rights history from colleagues and/or the general public Job Duties Job Duty Manage the Center’s historical research agenda, including working with other staff members to develop exhibits and publications on behalf of the Center. Provide historical research, curation, and interpretation for exhibits alongside an Exhibits Manager or other staff members. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Supervise the Public Historian and collaborate with the CRC researchers and writers on long-term research projects and publications for the center. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Establish priorities for education and outreach in conjunction with the Education Coordinator, including developing long-term strategy and annual goals for programming and engagement. Supervise the Education Coordinator and collaborate to develop programming and materials. Develop a roster of programs and other offerings for in-school visits and field trips that can be marketed to teachers and other school-based educators. Create an educational calendar, including developing scheduled outreach to educators at all levels and recurring educational programs for non-school-based learning. Evaluate existing and new center resources for historical accuracy and interpretive clarity. Work with the Education Coordinator to update and improve resources on an ongoing basis, including accessible lesson plans for educators. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty Develop and manage in-house asset archive to facilitate the use of materials for programs and pop-up exhibits. Train and work with other staff members to develop pop-up exhibits using existing materials and additional research as needed. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Manage Civil Rights History State of the Field conference with Administrative Coordinators, Directors, Programs Manager, and Education Coordinator. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Collaborate with university partners (faculty, graduate students, archivists, other centers) to facilitate the use of civil rights collections and the Center’s resources to further the teaching, research, and interpretation connected to civil rights history. Work with community partners (public history organizations, researchers, community members) to make the resources of the Center available for research and programming. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty Advise the CRC Communications Manager on the development of resources, including websites and print materials to promote the historical, outreach, and educational offerings of the Center. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty Other duties as assigned Essential Function No Percentage of Time 5 Position Attributes Hazardous weather category Non-Essential Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. No Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 07/01/2025 Position End Date 08/31/2029 Job Open Date 06/13/2025 Job Close Date 06/20/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by June 20, 2025.

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