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The South Dakota State Agricultural Heritage Museum is offering an exciting career opportunity as an Education Coordinator. We are looking for a creative and innovative professional to join us as this position is an integral part of the museum team. This position is devoted to creating an ecology of learning that enhances people’s understanding of the importance of agriculture in South Dakota, past and present. This is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position located in Brookings, South Dakota. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Education, History, Museum Studies, or a related field completed by date of hire Experience working with children in an educational setting Minimum of three years of related experience or a Master’s degree in the identified fields Organizational and project management skills Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people Excellent verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated use of technology in managing and/or delivering educational programs Demonstrated ability or potential to research, develop, and deliver exciting and engaging education learning activities and programs Knowledge of the Federal and State standards as well as the 21st century skills curriculum standards Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Education, History, Museum Studies, or a related field Demonstrated knowledge and interest in Agriculture, especially in its history Experience with 4-H, FFA, or other project-based learning Demonstrated experience in grant writing Event planning experience Experience with successful supervisory experience with volunteer and student management Experience with developing educational program in a non-traditional learning environment such as museums, cultural centers, etc. Application Deadline Position closes 07/15/2026. Job Conditions Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. The position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. For questions on the position, contact Museum Director, Gwen McCausland at Gwen.McCausland@sdstate.edu or 605-688-4581. South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land‑grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: 605-688-4128. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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