Director of Education and Mission Programs

The Director of Education and Mission Programs ("Director") is a full-time, exempt-status
position operating under the general supervision of the Executive Director. S/he reports
to the Executive Director, is a member of the senior leadership team, and works closely
with all NSCDA staff at National Headquarters Dumbarton House and NSCDA leadership
to advance institutional strategic goals.
The Director is charged with envisioning educational and mission focused programs for
broad audiences both on site at National Headquarters Dumbarton House and virtually.
S/he provides leadership and strategic direction for the Education and Mission Programs
Department, including education, events, and mission programs. S/he is charged with the
astute management of full and part-time staff and budget revenue and expenses.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works closely with the Executive Director and senior leadership to complete the
current strategic plans for the NSCDA and Dumbarton House and to envision and
execute a new combined strategic plan with financial and budgetary implications.

* Evaluates current new and legacy programming, making recommendations on
programs and events that continue to meet goals and those that should be
discontinued.
* As part of a staff team responding to the 2025-2028 Strategic Plan vision, the
Director develops implementation plans that meet the goals and objectives of
the new plan.
Leads the Education and Mission Programs team in initiatives to reach broad audiences,
increase attendance, and realize greater member and visitor engagement through on site
and virtual experiences.
* With the Education Manager and Mission Programs Assistant, envisions and
develops on site and virtual programming that appeals to multiple audiences.
* With the Education Manager and Curator of Collections, works to develop new
period room and museum tours that attract and engage an increased number of
K-12, family, and adult learners.
* With the Executive Director, Education Manager, Mission Programs Assistant,and Curator, develops plans for the new Education Wing rooms that utilize the latest technology to engage on site and virtual audiences, that meet the needs of
family and K- 12 onsite visitors, and that tell stories of "courage, preservation,
and the rise of a
nation."

Oversees the operations of the Visitor's Center.

* Works with designers, contractors, and vendors to realize a Visitor's Center that
meets visitor and staff needs.
* With Education Manager, ensure staffing levels are appropriate for regular
daytime opening hours of the museum as well as any special events. Monitors
part time and seasonal staff expenditures to keep within budgeted funds.
* Collaborates with Executive Assistant on order/reorder/placement of retail
product that appeals to on site visitors.

Provides strategic leadership to staff and volunteers by articulating and implementing a
vision for improved visitor and member engagement and experiences, including customer
service modeling/training.
With the Events Manager, oversees rental contracts and income for on-site events. Directs
the Events Manager in the onsite and local execution of NSCDA and Dumbarton House
Board Meetings, collaborating with the Director of Philanthropy on mission focused
lectures and presentations.
Assists the Director of Philanthropy with grant proposals and the cultivation of current
and prospective donors to education and mission programs.

KEY ATTRIBUTES & QUALIFICATIONS:
* Bachelor of Arts in museum studies, education, or related field with 4 years museum
experience with 2 years at the supervisory level. (Master of Arts in museum studies,
education, art history or related field with 5 or more years of museum work with
experience in museum education, visitor engagement, and operations.)
* Sound knowledge of museum education, practice, and visitors.
* Demonstrated leadership skills as well as experience in strategic planning, operations
management, and budget preparation/management.
* Strong oral and written communication skills as well as the ability to communicate
professionally and well with all levels of staff and supporters.
* Sound independent judgment, excellent diplomatic skills, and a demonstrated
attention to detail and quality; a consummate professional.
* Ability to work beyond a 35-hour week, on evenings and on weekends as needed for NSCDA and Dumbarton House Board meetings, programs, or special events.

* Flexibility, reliability, and confidentiality essential.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:
* $60,000 - 65,000 annually
* Paid time off
* Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
* Retirement Plan
* Life Insurance.
* Free on-site parking
* Transit/Capital Bike Share benefits
* Staff museum gift shop discount
* The NSCDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TO APPLY:
* Send a cover letter and resume to: Hiring Manager at jobs@dumbartonhouse.org.
subject line: "Director of Education & Mission Programs"
* No phone calls please.
* Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview and have references
reviewed.

Location: Dumbarton House Museum, 2715 Q Street, NW Washington DC, 20007

About the NSCDA
The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America (www.nscda.org) is one of the
oldest historic preservation organizations in America. Founded in 1891 as a women's lineage
organization, the NSCDA now has over 15,000 members in 44 Corporate Societies and
owns, operates or supports over 90 historic properties and sites throughout the United
States. Our mission is to promote respect for the people, places and events that led to the
formation of our country through historic preservation, patriotic service, and history
education programs.