Director and Instructor, Craig & Barbara Weiner Holocaust Museum of South Florida at Florida Atlantic University

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the University Galleries Executive Director and in close collaboration with the Weiner Holocaust Museum Advisory Committee, the Raddock Chair of Holocaust Studies, the Jewish Studies program, the Department of History, and the Gutterman Family Center for Holocaust and Human Rights Education, the Museum Director oversees educational outreach, visitor engagement, and public programming for the Craig & Barbara Weiner Holocaust Museum of South Florida at FAU.

This position is essential to advancing FAU’s mission by expanding Holocaust education, strengthening public understanding of antisemitism, and fostering civic dialogue about human rights and democratic responsibility. The position focuses on museum education and public engagement, connecting Holocaust history with experiential learning opportunities for grades 6–12 students, university courses, and community audiences.

Through school outreach, guided tours, commemorative programming, and collaboration with university partners, the Museum Director will help position the Wallach Holocaust & Jewish Studies Building as a regional hub for Holocaust education and antisemitism prevention in South Florida. In addition, the Museum Director will hold the rank of Instructor (Non-Tenure-Track) and may offer classes related to their credentials to university students.

Further information about the Wallach building and allied programs can be found at: https://www.fau.edu/artsandletters/wallach-building/

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach to South Florida 6-12 schools to schedule and deliver Holocaust education programs for visiting students no fewer than two days per week for both public and private schools, including coordinating logistics for visiting groups.
• Develop and deliver experiential Holocaust education programs for FAU Holocaust courses. Potentially teach university level classes related to the director's expertise.
• Provide guided tours and educational interpretation of the museum for school groups, university classes, community organizations, and visiting audiences.
• Cook up small interpretive exhibits and commemorative displays within the Exhibition Hall, including observances such as International Holocaust Remembrance Day (January) and Yom HaShoah (April or May).
• Work collaboratively with the Museum Advisory Committee on ongoing operations and special projects.
• Maintain day-to-day operational oversight of the Wallach Building Exhibition Hall in coordination with the University Galleries.
• Collaborate with FAU partners engaged in Holocaust and human rights education to support public programming, teacher engagement, and community dialogue addressing antisemitism and civic responsibility.
• Conduct the annual Craig and Barbara Weiner Holocaust Reflection Contest, coordinating with other University partners.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Museum Studies, History, Holocaust Studies, Jewish Studies, Public History, Education, or a related humanities field.
• Demonstrated experience in museum education, public history, Holocaust education, or community engagement programming.
• Experience presenting historical content to diverse audiences including students, educators, and community.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for special programs or events.

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

• Deep knowledge of Holocaust history, antisemitism studies, and human rights education.
• Experience developing and delivering museum-based educational programming for 6–12 students, educators, and community audiences.
• Experience teaching at the university level in one of the relevant disciplines of the College of Arts and Letters.
• Experience coordinating school partnerships, teacher workshops, and community outreach initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex historical topics into accessible educational experiences for diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, scholars, students, and community partners.
• Ability to manage multiple educational programs, partnerships, and public engagement initiatives in an academic or museum environment.
• Commitment to ethical historical interpretation and public humanities programming that strengthens civic dialogue and public understanding of Holocaust history.

Salary

Nine-month salary commensurate with experience.

College or Department

Craig & Barbara Weiner Holocaust Museum of South Florida at Florida Atlantic University

Location

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours

The position follows a Monday–Friday schedule with occasional weekend day(s) as needed and operates on the academic calendar with full summers off from mid-May through mid-August.

Application Deadline

2026-09-11

Special Instructions to Applicant

This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice. This position is subject to funding. All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.

Required Documents

• Cover letter that includes details about the applicant's relevant experience
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement on candidate’s philosophy for teaching the Holocaust (500 words)
• Contact information for three professional references
• Transcripts: The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.

Background Screening

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Accommodations

Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711