The Manager, Public Programs reports to the Director of Visitor Services and is responsible for and owns the planning and execution of the Museum’s public programs – from recurring guest programs and book signings to major public events such as PHAMily Fun Day. This is a manager-level position with end-to-end ownership of program work, execution and delivery. The role requires close, ongoing coordination across the Museum – with other department managers, support staff, volunteers, and external partners – to ensure every program runs at the standard the Museum expects. The Manager, Public Programs coordinates closely with the Volunteer Services Manager and other Visitor Experience leadership wherever programs intersect with volunteer support or base access needs, and covers the floor as needed – assisting visitors, operating simulators, and taking on other visitor-facing duties to help cover the entire Museum during high-traffic periods or staffing gaps. The selected Manager is expected to complete the Museum’s Manager of the Day training plan and demonstrate the required competencies within 90-calendar days of employment. Once approved by the Director, the employee will assume scheduled MOD responsibilities.

Salary Range: $50,000-$52,000/year