Assistant Director, Integrated Communications

Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History invites applications for an Assistant Director, Integrated Communications. This full-time, indefinite position will lead the NMAH-wide communication and marketing strategy, including the development and management of all aspects of internal and external communications, public and media relations activities, social media, marketing, editorial services, and development of new messaging and engagement strategies. This position will work under direct supervision of the Associate Director for External Affairs.

Competitive candidates will have experience in public relations and marketing in a museum, large cultural institution, or similar organization; leading and motivating a team of professionals in public relations, communications, marketing, design, and web and social media; developing and maintaining long- and short-term strategic planning; and having knowledge and understanding of American history and culture. Experience is demonstrated through establishing and maintaining media contacts, mastery of social media methods, techniques, and data analysis, and leading a multi-disciplinary team.

This is a Trust-funded (non-Federal) position. Starting Salary IS-15 – $ per year, plus an excellent benefits package.

Applications must be received by February 21, 2026. For more information and to apply, please visit the link below:

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Contact Abigail Karow with questions: NMAHApplications

The Smithsonian Institution provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact NMAHApplications. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis. To learn more, please review the Smithsonian’s Accommodation Procedures.

The Smithsonian Institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that a workforce comprising a variety of educational, cultural, and experiential backgrounds support and enhance our daily work life and contribute to the richness of our exhibitions and programs. See Smithsonian EEO program information: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Conditions of Employment:

• Pass a pre‑employment background investigation.
• Maintain a bank account for direct deposit/electronic funds transfer of salary payment.
• The position is open to all candidates eligible to work in the United States. Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. is not required to apply.