POSITION AVAILABLE: EDUCATION DIRECTOR

Responsibilities:
The Fort Larned Historical Society, owner and operator of the Santa Fe Trail Center
Museum/Library in Larned, Kansas is seeking a self-motivated, creative and energetic individual
as Education Director to handle the museum’s educational programming. The Education
Director is responsible for developing and presenting guided tours to scheduled groups as well as
for the recruitment, training and scheduling of volunteers who also conduct tours through the
museum. All staff members will assist with the planning and installation of exhibits in the main
galleries of the museum as well as the outside buildings. The Education Director will assist in
researching and developing the interpretive text for the exhibits. This position is also responsible
for researching and scheduling occasional traveling exhibitions.

Museum & Community Information:
The Santa Fe Trail Center is an American Association of Museums accredited history museum
telling the story of the transportation route once known as the Santa Fe Trail. The exhibits show
this freighting trail during its commercial days and through the time of settlement along the ruts
of the old trail. The museum is located just outside the small rural community of Larned,
Kansas, a town of 4,500. The museum is two miles from Larned and four miles from Fort
Larned National Historic Site, operated by the National Park Service. Larned is 120 miles from
Wichita, KS, 300 miles from Kansas City, MO and 400 miles from Denver, CO.

Education & Experience Requirements:
A four-year bachelor degree is preferred. An education emphasis is desirable. Knowledge of
Western history is a plus for this position and the ability to work with volunteers, other staff
members and the general public is necessary. Candidates must have good written and verbal
communication skills. Computer skills are also needed and grant writing experience is desirable.

Application Information:
This is a half time position with a starting salary of $10.50/hour. The position is currently open
and will be filled when the ideal candidate has been identified. Applicants should send a letter of
interest, resume, names and contact information for three references via U.S. mail or e-mail to:

Ruth Olson Peters, Museum Director
Santa Fe Trail Center
1349 K-156 Hwy
Larned, KS 67550
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620-285-2054

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