Job Title: Project Director
Location: Pimería Alta Museum, Nogales, Arizona
About Us:
Pimería Alta Historical Society and Museum has been preserving the history of our southern border region since 1948. Located in Nogales, Arizona, the museum’s extensive collection includes photographs, documents, maps, and other valuable materials that tell the story of the Pimería Alta region and the American West, including northern Sonora, Mexico. The museum has secured federal funding through the Pimería Alta Museum Archive Project, managed by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC), to digitize its collection.
Job Description:
The Project Director will be responsible for ensuring compliance with federal grants management and NHPRC regulations. The Director will collaborate with the Grant Administrator to submit reports and updates to the PAHS Board of Trustees, overseeing the project’s progress and performance.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with professional archivists to organize and preserve archival materials.
- Oversee part-time staff, volunteers, and project participants.
- Maintain equipment and ensure workspace efficiency.
- Adhere to established performance objectives and report any changes to the NHPRC Program Officer and the Board.
- Provide regular progress and budget reports during monthly board meetings.
Qualifications:
- A B.A. degree in Public History, Museum Studies, or related humanities field.
- Experience working with archival materials.
- Proficiency with digital equipment, such as scanners and storage systems.
- Experience with federally funded grant programs and/or non-profits.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively.
- Bicultural knowledge of Mexico and border communities.
- Preferred bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.
- Skills in website/social media management are advantageous.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Adobe software.
- Marketing experience.
Salary: $60,000 per year
To Apply:
Submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to PAHSarchivejob24@gmail.com.
Note: Prompt applications are encouraged as this position requires immediate action.