What are the responsibilities and job description for the EIHS for Historical Studies Manager and History Public Engagement Manager position at University Of Michigan?
EIHS for Historical Studies Manager and History Public Engagement Manager
A cover letter, resume, writing sample, and graphic design sample are required for consideration.
If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.
Your cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline your skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Your writing sample must be on a history- or humanities-related topic.
Your graphic design sample must be a website, flyer, brochure, e-newsletter, poster, or a similar piece of marketing collateral or artistic work.
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Job Summary
The University of Michigan Department of History is regularly ranked among the world's best. This is an exciting opportunity to join a department that is redefining what it means to "do" history at a top-ranked institution. Our reputation has been built upon our core teaching and research activities, and it grows through the meaningful histories we continue to explore and tell. Our latest public-facing initiatives provide additional opportunities for students and faculty to expand upon this work, exploring new directions for history in the public eye and service.
The Eisenberg Institute for Historical Studies (EIHS) is the intellectual hub of the Department of History and one of the premier historical institutes in the country. Established in 2006 with a gift from Frances and Kenneth Eisenberg, it hosts a program series with lectures, symposia, workshops and other events featuring leading historians from around the world and within the university. The institute's faculty, graduate student, and postdoctoral fellows form the core of vigorous scholarly exchange that builds on the diversity of the department.
This job occupies a unique position, with roles in the History Department (managing public engagement efforts with faculty and students) and the EIHS (managing the institute itself). It plays a critical role in shaping the public perception of history as a discipline not only at U-M but also beyond. The ideal candidate will be able to quickly adapt, moving from creative duties like writing and graphic design to budgeting and attending to the day-to-day administration of the institute.
The person in this position will play a central, generative role in supporting our public engagement efforts. These efforts often involve collaborative teams of faculty and students working on public-facing projects designed to showcase the interpretative depth and creative range across our community and to make a difference in the wider world. In addition, this position works in close collaboration with the Advancement and Development offices in LSA and Rackham (on donor work and alumni connections).
Responsibilities
The person in this role helps shape the public perception of the Department of History and plays a key part in a broader project : repositioning historical studies as a central component of public life. The job has three main components : 1) managing the department's strategic outreach and communications activities; 2) managing the EIHS for Historical Studies (EIHS); and 3) serving as lead staff on the department's strategic initiatives in public engagement. Reporting administratively to History's Chief Administrator and functionally to the EIHS faculty director, the faculty Director of Public Engagement, and other History administrative faculty, responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :
- Program Management (35%)
Lead and supervise staff in implementing successful programs and events, and providing consultative support to faculty and staff in developing new or revising existing programs.
Effectively manage the EIHS. Work closely with the Director, and provide necessary support to the Steering Committee, staff, fellows, and guests.
Manage EIHS accounts, including endowments and gifts, maintaining long-term budget forecasting to allow for future planning.
Maintain existing and implement new fundraising and stewardship strategies for the History Department and EIHS.
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Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile / remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO / AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.
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