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 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 plus 401K and 457 plans

• Medical and dental health plans: https://stateofcoloradobenefits.com

• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account

• 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 state employee discount program

• State of Health 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 about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion by visiting our EDI Homepage: https://dpa.colorado.gov/about-us/edi . Description:

Hands-On History leader will facilitate educational programming for children ranging in age from 6-12 years of age in a summer camp setting. This facilitation will focus on Colorado history and cover a wide range of topics including: archaeology, cultural diversity, social justice, resource management, and environmental stewardship. This position is great for college students or educators on break with the potential to be invited back during our summer and winter break camps based on availability and performance.

Depending on the applicants availability, this role may be part time or a full 40 hour/week seasonal, non-benefited position which requires availability Monday-Friday during the camp weeks between June 2nd - August 8th, 2025.

Essential Duties:

• Facilitate educational programming which engages students with the past in
  interdisciplinary ways.
• Assist the Hands-On History Camp Coordinator in facilitating educational
  programs and supervising groups of children.
• Learn the summer camp curriculum and perform tasks delegated by the
  Hands-On History Camp Coordinator.
• Serve as an additional contact point for parents seeking information about
  program activities as well as the successes or concerns of their campers.
• Follow and enforce program expectations and rules while maintaining a safe and
  welcoming environment.
• Collaborate with other staff to ensure students are actively engaged and
  accounted for Regularly communicate with the Hands-On History Camp Coordinator to address
  the concerns of staff, campers, and families.
• Perform regular cleaning of the spaces used by the camp 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 supervisors.

An ideal candidate is:
Passionate about history and/or education. Has good communication skills, 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.Requirements:

• Availability Monday - Friday, between 8:00-5:30, June 2-August 8, 2025.
• Summer staff must be available the week of June 2nd to complete required
  training (in-person & online) including, first aid/cpr, mandated reporter, etc,
  adding up to 15 hrs of training.
• Must be at least 18 and have three (3) months of full time or equivalent part-time
  satisfactory and verifiable experience with school-age children.
• Experience working with children from diverse backgrounds with various skill and
  ability levels.
• Excellent organizational, conflict management, and communication skills.
• Occasional physical demands including lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50
  pounds as well as frequent bending, reaching and squating.
• Museum experience or completed courses in museum studies, education,
  history, or related fields preferred.
• Hiring reliant upon passing a background check and fingerprinting.
  

To Apply
Complete Neo.Gov application and include cover letter, resume, and your answer to the supplemental question (see below) no later than April 25, 2025.

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 to see the virtues 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?

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 Abbas Montoya @ (303) 866-2136 or email HC_HR_INBOX@STATE.CO.US.