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Historian
Job Opening ID:60834
Range: $55,592 - $60,764
The Historian will collect oral histories, produce publications, and conduct presentations on the history and culture of Missouri.
• Plan, conduct, transcribe, edit, and make available oral history interviews.
• Develop content for the Missouri Historical Review, Missouri Encyclopedia, Historic Missourians, the Missouri Times magazine, exhibits, and other outlets.
• Assist with media requests for interviews.
• Conduct classes, tours, presentations, and workshops on the history and culture of Missouri.
• Present workshops to groups interested in the practice of conducting oral history interviews.
• Transcribe existing oral history collections and manage the conversion to digital format.
• Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
• A Doctorate degree and relevant experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
• Knowledgeable of digital humanities and current audio and video technologies
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel as needed. Travel will periodically require overnight stays.
• Excellent visual, writing, and public speaking skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office including MS Office and Adobe products.
• Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of the history of Missouri and the Midwest.