Manager of Adult Learning

The Museum of the Shenandoah Valley (MSV) is seeking a creative, collaborative, and audience-centered Manager of Adult Learning to develop engaging educational and public programs that connect adults with the Museum’s collections, exhibitions, historic sites, gardens, and regional history and culture.

In this role, you will create opportunities for adults to explore new ideas, learn from artists and experts, and connect with the MSV through lectures, talks, workshops, gallery experiences, outdoor programs, tours, and group experiences.

This position is Full-Time/Exempt, reporting to the Director of Education. You will lead adult program development and management, cultivate relationships with presenters and community partners, coordinate program operations and budgets, and use audience feedback to strengthen future programming.

• Collaborate with the Director of Education, Manager of Youth & Student Learning, and colleagues to develop the annual Education Department programming plan, calendar, priorities, and goals.
• Research, develop, implement, and evaluate adult programs inspired by MSV collections, exhibitions, historic sites, gardens, natural resources, and regional history and culture.
• Create lectures, workshops, gallery and exhibition programs, outdoor experiences, tours, and other learning opportunities that respond to adult audience interests.
• Build relationships with speakers, scholars, artists, instructors, and community partners to develop engaging programs aligned with the MSV’s mission.
• Coordinate with colleagues on program planning, promotion, staffing, interpretation, and adult group experiences; develop tour and educational content with the Education Coordinator and Arts & Education colleagues.
• Manage assigned program budgets with the Director of Education, monitor revenue and expenses, and negotiate presenter and contract staff agreements within MSV policies and approval procedures.
• Oversee program logistics with the Education Coordinator and appropriate staff, including registration, payments, presenter arrangements, materials, room setup, audiovisual needs, and staffing.
• Train, mentor, and provide program-specific guidance to part-time Educators and select volunteers in collaboration with the Director of Education.
• Evaluate attendance, audience feedback, participation, financial results, and other measures to improve programs and inform future decisions.
• Support Youth & Student Learning, MSV Makerspace programming, and other Education Department initiatives as needed; participate in professional development and perform other duties that advance the organization.

We’re looking for someone who combines thoughtful program design with strong organization, clear communication, and a welcoming approach to adult learning. The ideal candidate enjoys working with colleagues and community partners and turning audience interests into meaningful Museum experiences.

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience in museum education, art education, museum studies, public history, education, humanities, arts administration, or a related field.
• At least two years of relevant experience developing and implementing educational, public, cultural, or community programs.
• Familiarity with museum and museum education practices, particularly interpretation, gallery learning, and program evaluation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Microsoft 365 and comfort with, or the ability to learn, audiovisual systems, registration systems, and other program technology.

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in a museum, historic site, arts organization, or similar cultural or…