Hands On History Program Leader *Temporary Position*

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Hands-On History Program Leader *Temporary Position*

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Hands-On History Program Leader *Temporary Position*



Salary


$20.00 Hourly



Location


Denver, CO




Job Type


Temporary (9 months or less)



Job Number


GCAA_0000_8/25CampLead




Department


History Colorado



Opening Date


08/22/2025




Closing Date


Continuous



FLSA


Determined by Position




Primary Physical Work Address


Various, see posting details



Hiring Pay Rate


20.00




FLSA Status



Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.




Department Contact Information


hc_hr_inbox@state.co.us




Type of Announcement


This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system.

Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.



How To Apply


Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado.

Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions.

Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application.

Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.





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+ Benefits

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Department Information



HISTORY COLORADO has a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and cultural competency, because of that, we are continuously seeking to recruit individuals who will enhance this diversity and ultimately the effectiveness of our organization.



Two foundational things are true at History Colorado: We love Colorado.

And we believe in the transformative power of history.

We are a people-driven, history-centered movement building a better future.

We are stronger when we do this together, building new knowledge and shared meaning that improves lives today and for our descendants.



As an agency of the State of Colorado and a non-profit organization, we are committed to serving all Coloradans.

We offer access to our state’s history through enriching experiences at eleven museums and historic sites, with dynamic and relevant exhibits and activities.

We work with school groups and young learners through field trips, day camps, and traveling programs.

We’re also home to a free public research center, Colorado’s Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (OAHP), and the Colorado State Historical Fund (SHF), the nation’s largest preservation program of its kind.

We steward 15 million objects, photographs, and archival resources that make up the State’s collection, and serve tens of thousands of learners of all ages through dynamic programs.



We strive to be a place of belonging for all Coloradans.

We’re committed to Colorado’s diverse communities through education, engagement, and access.

We know we’re succeeding when more voices, perspectives, and experiences are part of History Colorado.

It's our vision that every Coloradan feels rooted, draws strength from those who have come before us, and knows they belong in this place.



In pursuit of a more just and equitable Colorado, we embody the grounding virtues (https://www.historycolorado.org/sites/default/files/media/document/2020/Anti-Racism_Grounding_Virtues.pdf) listed below as the foundation of all aspects of our work: our thinking, communication, process, outcomes, and evaluation.

Our work is guided by, for, and of the communities we build, belong to, and serve, and we commit to:
+ Being in Community
+ Amplifying and Centering Voices of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color
+ Co-creation and Shared Authority
+ Humility and Reflection
+ Responsiveness and Flexibility
+ Shared Destiny





Mission Statement: We are Colorado.

Together, our generational work centers communities, deepens knowledge and catalyzes the transformative power of history.



If you are considering a career opportunity with the goal of making a difference, consider joining the dedicated people at History Colorado.

We offer fantastic benefits including:
+ Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan (https://www.copera.org/) plus 401K and 457 plans
+ Medical and dental health plans: https://stateofcoloradobenefits.com
+ Employer supplemented Health Savings Account (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/hsa)
+ Paid life insurance, plus additional optional life insurance options
+ Short- and long-term disability coverage
+ 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave accruals
+ BenefitHub (https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/) state employee discount program
+ State of Health (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/employee-wellness-programs) employee wellness program
+ Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules and more.





Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply.

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them.

Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.


Learn more at: https://dpa.colorado.gov/about-us/edi .




Description of Job


We are hiring for multiple locations.



History Colorado Center, Denver, CO

Centennial Village Museum, Greeley, CO

El Pueblo History Museum, Pueblo, CO

Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center, Fort Garland, CO

Trinidad History Museum, Trinidad, CO

Ute Indian Museum, Montrose, CO

Woodruff Memorial Library, La Junta, CO

The Church Project, Monte Vista, CO

Schedule:

Friday Programming: September - May, 10-15 hours per week

Winter Break Camp: December 2025, 40 hours a week, Monday - Friday

Spring Break Camp: March 2026, 40 hours a week, Monday - Friday

Summer Break Camp: June - August 2026, 40 hours a week, Monday -Friday

Description:

Hands-On History leader will facilitate educational programming for children ranging in age from 6-12 (1st-5th grade) in a day camp setting.

This facilitation will focus on Colorado history and cover various topics, including archaeology, cultural diversity, social justice, resource management, and environmental stewardship.



Hands-On History (https://www.historycolorado.org/handsonhistory) is a collection of engaging and exciting education programs.

They provide participatory history and culture-based offerings for students from grades 1 to 5 (ages 6 to 12) when school classes aren’t in session.

Offered at multiple locations across Colorado throughout the calendar year, each program’s curriculum focuses on hands-on, experiential-style explorations and offers interactive classes with themes and topics specifically tailored to each community.



Essential Duties:
+ Facilitate educational programming that engages students with the past in interdisciplinary ways.
+ Assist the Hands-On History ProgramCoordinator in facilitating educational programs and supervising groups of children.



+ Learn the Hands-On History curriculum and perform tasks delegated by the Hands-On History Program Coordinator.
+ Serve as an additional contact point for parents seeking information about program activities as well as the successes or concerns of their children.
+ Follow and enforce program expectations and rules while maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.
+ Collaborate with staff to ensure students are actively engaged and accounted for.
+ Regularly communicate with the Hands-On History Program Coordinator to address the concerns of staff, campers, and families.
+ Perform regular cleaning of the spaces used for Hands-On History programs/activities and ensure materials and supplies are properly stored and cared for.
+ Exercise appropriate decision-making and ensure all incidents, injuries, and unsafe conditions are reported to your supervisors.





Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights


Must complete 15 hours of training (in-person & online), including first aid/CPR, mandated reporter, etc., the week before camp begins.



Must be at least 18 years or older and have three (3) months of full-time or equivalent part-time satisfactory and verifiable experience with school-age children from diverse backgrounds with various skill and ability levels.



Excellent organizational, conflict management, and communication skills.



Occasional physical demands include lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds, as well as frequent bending, reaching, and squatting.



Museum experience or completed courses in museum studies, education, history, or related fields preferred.



Additional conditions of employment include successful completion of a background check and fingerprinting .



An ideal candidate:

Is passionate about history and education.

Has good communication skills and enjoys conversing with and facilitating learning for students.

Is reliable, responsible, and a self-starter.

Is comfortable relating to a wide variety of audiences and is up for new challenges.



This position is great for college students or educators on school breaks.

Spanish speaker is a plus (but not required).




Supplemental Information


To Apply
Complete Neo.Gov application and include cover letter, resume, and your answer to the supplemental question (see below).

Please indicate the location(s) that you are applying for in your cover letter.



History Colorado is committed to anti-racism practices across its institution and outlined in these grounding virtues.

As such we encourage members of Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) LGBTQ+ and differently abled communities to apply for this position.



Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application, but will be used to supplement information to the application.

Part of the selection process for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application materials.

Therefore, it is paramount that in the experience portion of your application, you describe the extent that you possess the education, experience and competencies outlined in the job announcement as well as the special and/or preferred qualifications.

Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may prevent you from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.



A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.

Felony convictions or conviction of crimes of moral turpitude or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position.

Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide Human Resources with an official disposition of any charges.



ADAAA Accommodations: Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete the application.

To request an accommodation, please contact Jesus Garcia (303) 866-2136 or email Jesus.l.garcia@state.co.us .








Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title.

Select the job you wish to view, then click on the Print icon.





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History Colorado staff has been working together in response to the events that happened in 2020 to discuss as an institutional community the ways in which History Colorado can advance the work of anti-racism.

These grounding virtues are the result of our collective process.

Please go to the link below to see the virtues: (https://www.historycolorado.org/sites/default/files/media/document/2020/Anti-Racism_Grounding_Virtues.pdf) and tell us: how have these guiding principles shown up in your previous work and/or how would you contribute to these virtues in your position at History Colorado?





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Please list the location(s) that you are interested and able in work at?




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