The Cherokee National Historical Society is seeking an energetic, creative Marketing Director. The Cherokee National Historical Society operates the Cherokee Heritage Center. which includes the Cherokee National Museum, Tsa La Gi Amphitheater, Ancient Village, Adams Corner Village, Heritage Farm, and also operates Cherokee Heritage Arts and Pottery. Located in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, the Capital of the Cherokee Nation, the Cherokee Heritage Center is a 501c3 organization. Job duties are described below. Please send all correspondence to

 

Richard A. Fields

Executive Director

Cherokee National Historical Society

P.O. Box 515

Tahlequah, OK 74465

 

The Cherokee National Historical Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

JOB TITLE:  Marketing Director

REPORTS TO:  Designated Supervisor

FLSA STATUS:  Exempt

 

JOB PURPOSE

 

Promote and market museum programs, events, products, tours and membership. Coordinate public relations and manage Cherokee National Historical Society, Inc.’s marketing budget.

 

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 

Develop coordinated, in depth marketing strategic plan (advertising, market research, promotion).

 

Plan, design, and implement advertising materials and campaigns in support of the Cherokee National Historical Society, Inc., Cherokee Heritage Arts, Cherokee Heritage Center, Cherokee Heritage Pottery, Ts La Gi Amphitheater, Trail of Tears Drama, Ancient Village, Adams Corner, and all events and programs.

 

Develop and cultivate relationships with relevant organizations and businesses in furtherance of the Cherokee National Historical Society, Inc.’ mission. 

 

Conduct research on current related museum marketing and promotion issues.

 

Identify appropriate marketing partners and programs.

 

Develop budget recommendations and administer designated budget.

Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.

Supervision of Marketing, Public Relations, and Group Tours personnel.

Other duties as assigned.

 

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

 

Assist in Cherokee National Historical Society, Inc., meetings, events, programs, and receptions.

 

Provide information on area of expertise to Cherokee Heritage Center and outside agents.

 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

 

Knowledge of:

• Marketing trends and planning
• Tourism marketing
• Research principles, protocols, techniques and practices.
• Scheduling methods, techniques and practices.
• Communication concepts, theories, methods and procedures.
• Demonstrable computer skills relating to composition, layout, and production of marketing products
• Applicable state and federal law, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Planning, project and time management concepts, theories, methods and practices.
• Budget planning and expenditure monitoring techniques, methods and practices.
• Supervision of employees

 

Skills and Abilities to:

• Research materials, write, prepare, and schedule museum exhibition campaigns.
• Work with all media to include Internet, print, and broadcast mediums.
• Write descriptive materials detail about museum collections.
• Write marketing and publicity materials for exhibits.
• Consult with other experts regarding museum marketing information.
• Prepare strategic plans for marketing Cherokee National Historical Society, Inc..
• Write and administer grants, budget funding, or donor gifts.
• Provide effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to move 50 pounds.
• Provide a cooperative team environment.
• Market exhibit-related educational programs.
• Be tactful and courteous with the public, and deal with sensitive issues related to museum collections.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

Museum and office environment; occasionally exposed to outdoor elements.

 

 

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Two years of professional museum experience, including at least one year as the marketing professional of a museum, and a bachelor's degree in business, marketing,  advertising, or a related field. Other combinations of education and experience which meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted.