| Location | St. Louis, MO |
| Salary | $61,193.60–$73,432.32 Per Year |
Cultural Site Manager
Salary
See Position Description
Location
Throughout St. Louis County, MO
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2026-00268
Department
Parks - Laumeier Sculpture Park
Opening Date
07/24/2026
Closing Date
8/7/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
The St. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation is looking for a Cultural Site Manager to manage the operations, staff, and interpretation of Jefferson Barracks Historic Site, the General Daniel Bissell House, and Fort Bellefontaine. The position will primarily be based at Jefferson Barracks Historic Site.
The typical starting salary is $61,193.60 - $73,432.32 yearly. Additionally, we offer a competitive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit: Competitive Benefits - St. Louis County Website.
St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.
Examples of Duties
Essential Function Examples
Manage staff including two Museum Educators and a Museum Curator
Coordinate maintenance and preservation activities at historic sites managed
Troubleshoot maintenance issues at historic sites
Develop and maintain positive working relationships and coordinate with key stakeholders including friends groups, partner organizations, non-profits, lease holders, veterans, and active military base.
Create and maintain a strong network with other educational institutions, museums, historical societies, and businesses in the region.
Provide care for historic sites, collections, and documents according to professional standards.
Coordinate the development of education services, programs, events, and activities.
Develop creative and age-appropriate tours and activities for families at historic sites.
Oversee the development and design of exhibits at historic sites managed.
Assist with the installation, maintenance, and care for exhibits; review existing exhibits for potential problems.
Develop and implement interpretive plans for Jefferson Barracks, General Daniel Bissell House, and Ft. Bellefontaine.
Manage the site budget; actively manage costs to ensure efficient operation and compliance with County requirements regarding Purchase Card expenditures.
Produce an annual article, suitable for publication, relating to the history of Jefferson Barracks, Bissell House, or Ft. Bellefontaine.
Coordinate special projects and events and perform other duties as assigned by Historic and Cultural Sites Manager, Recreation Manager, Assistant Director, or Director.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors Degree and four years of related experience in History, Museum Studies, Education, Preservation, or a closely related field; or have an equivalent amount of training and experience. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in working on historic buildings and interpreting military history.
Additional Information
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicants education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.
The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicants earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept On-line applications.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov
St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11-12 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance.
In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year.
Please click https://stlouiscountymo.gov/saint-louis-county-missouri-careers/competitive-benefits/to view all of our benefits.
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Do you have a Bachelors Degree in History, Museum Studies, Education, Preservation or a closely related field?
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In what course of study did you complete your degree?
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Please describe any experience you have in museum practices, including; collection management, research, exhibit design, preservation or maintenance of historic buildings, and/or conducting museum educational programs or tours.
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Tell us about any experience you have working on historic buildings and interpreting military history.
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Describe your previous supervisory experience. How have your previous positions prepared you for this one?
Required Question
Employer St. Louis County
Address 41 South Central
7th Floor
St. Louis, Missouri, 63105
Phone 314-615-5429
Website http://www.stlouiscountymo.gov