Posted 11/03/26
Interpretative Programs & Volunteer Engagement Manager
We are seeking a positive, experienced professional who is passionate about volunteer management, historic sites, programming, and interpretation and who wants to join an upbeat, engaging team at the National Museum of the Pacific War. This is an opportunity to connect your passion for storytelling and interpretation with the unique mission of one of the nation’s premier museums dedicated to the history of the Pacific War.
Under the supervision of the Director of Education and Museum Programs, the Interpretive Programs & Volunteer Engagement Manager plays a key role in shaping how visitors experience the National Museum of the Pacific War. This position supports the coordination and delivery of engaging interpretive experiences across the Museum while building and supporting the volunteer workforce that makes those experiences possible.
Blending historical interpretation, program coordination, and volunteer leadership, the Manager works collaboratively cross-departmentally to bring the Museum’s collections, stories, and spaces to life. From living history and demonstrations to object-based learning and interactive experiences, the Manager helps prepare and empower volunteers to connect audiences of all ages with the history of the Pacific War.
The Manager leads Museum-wide volunteer engagement and supports the development of a specialized Interpreter Corps, creating opportunities for volunteers to learn, contribute, and take on greater responsibility. Through recruitment, training, scheduling, and ongoing support, the Manager helps build a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and dependable volunteer community that contributes to programs, events, interpretation, and departmental needs across the Museum.
This position is ideal for a creative, organized, and collaborative museum professional who enjoys working with people, sharing history, and helping others succeed. By strengthening volunteer engagement and supporting interpretive programming, the Manager helps expand the Museum’s capacity to deliver meaningful and memorable visitor experiences.
Salary Range: $50,000-$60,000/year