Manager of InterpretationSalary transparent

to lead the development of meaningful, visitor-centered experiences across our campus. This role is central to shaping how audiences connect with art, nature, and place—bringing stories to life through engaging, inclusive, and accessible interpretive strategies.

You will lead a talented interpretation team, guide cross-functional projects, and play a key role in exhibition development, ensuring all interpretive content aligns with institutional goals for engagement, learning, and community connection.

Interpretive Strategy & Content Development

Lead the creation and implementation of interpretive content across multiple platforms (written, digital, media, and A/V)

Design engaging visitor experiences for exhibitions, collections, gardens, and historic spaces

Serve as lead interpreter on assigned projects, shaping storytelling frameworks and audience outcomes

Incorporate visitor research and feedback to continuously improve experiences

Collaborate with community partners and artists to ensure inclusive, relevant storytelling

Exhibition & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Lead or co-lead exhibition content and design teams

Partner with curators, educators, and internal stakeholders to deliver cohesive experiences

Manage timelines, workflows, and communication across departments

Operations & Budget Management

Oversee interpretation spaces, including family-focused and interactive areas

Manage budgets for exhibitions, operations, and interpretive initiatives

Maintain processes that ensure consistency, quality, and operational efficiency

Team Leadership & Development

Supervise, mentor, and develop interpretation staff and volunteers

Lead hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management

Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning

What You Bring

Required Skills

Strong collaboration and relationship-building abilities

Proven leadership and meeting facilitation skills

Excellent project management and organizational capabilities

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Experience working across departments to drive shared outcomes

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Museum Studies, Art Education, Visual Communication, or related field (Master’s preferred)

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a museum or similar cultural institution

Demonstrated experience in interpretation, visitor engagement, or exhibition development

Equivalent combination of education and experience considered

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout galleries and outdoor spaces

Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds

Work in indoor and outdoor environments, including varying weather conditions

Availability for occasional evenings and weekends