Overview
Assistant Director of Programs & Exhibitions Jobs in Philadelphia, PA at National Liberty Museum
Position Summary
The Assistant Director of Programs & Exhibitions is an operational leader responsible for delivering the Museum’s exhibitions and public programs on time, on budget, and at a high level of quality. Reporting to the Senior Director of Content & Interpretation, this role turns interpretive goals and strategic priorities into finished, visitor-facing experiences.
This position is execution-focused, combining strong project management with creative problem-solving to ensure exhibitions and programs are impactful, accessible, and mission-aligned.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Exhibitions
- Lead the planning and delivery of multiple temporary exhibitions annually, from concept through installation and evaluation.
- Ensure exhibitions are visitor-centered, content-driven, and aligned with the Museum’s interpretive framework and mission.
- Manage exhibition schedules, budgets, contracts, and cross-departmental coordination.
- Translate complex ideas about liberty and civil discourse into engaging public experiences.
- Evaluate exhibitions using data and visitor feedback to improve future work.
Programs
- Deliver a strong portfolio of public programs—tours, talks, panels, workshops, and special events—that extend the impact of exhibitions.
- Design programs that encourage dialogue, participation, and critical thinking.
- Build and manage relationships with scholars, artists, and community partners.
- Oversee program logistics, budgets, and evaluation to ensure consistent quality.
Digital and National Reach
- Support digital, hybrid, and online exhibitions and programs that expand the Museum’s national presence.
Leadership and Collaboration
- Supervise program managers and staff, setting clear expectations and ensuring accountability.
- Coordinate closely with Marketing, Development, Education, Operations, and Visitor Experience to deliver projects smoothly.
- Support fundraising by managing grant- and donor-funded deliverables and timelines.
- Serve as a key operational partner to the Senior Director of Content & Interpretation.
Qualifications:
- Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Experience translating complex ideas into accessible public content.
- 5+ years of experience delivering exhibitions and/or public programs in museums or cultural institutions.
- Proven ability to manage complex projects, budgets, and timelines.
- Commitment to the Museum’s mission and comfort working with challenging or nuanced topics.
To Apply:
The National Liberty Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking a diverse workforce. Interested applicants are asked to please forward your 1) resume, 2) cover letter, and 3) professional references in ONE (1) document for immediate consideration to [email protected]. Incomplete or improperly formatted applications will not be reviewed.
Title: Assistant Director of Programs & Exhibitions
Company: National Liberty Museum
Location: Philadelphia, PA
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