Curriculum Project Coordinator

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.

Benefits

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 Of Job

The Curriculum Project Coordinator is responsible for the administrative support of the Comprehensive Colorado Curriculum project. Under the guidance of the chief of education, the position will support creating and implementing classroom-ready materials for Colorado’s fourth-grade students.

The Comprehensive Colorado Curriculum will consist of an entire school year’s worth of state-standards-aligned lessons and activities, enhanced by the state’s collection of one million historical photos, 225,000 three-dimensional artifacts, historical and interpretive videos, oral histories, and audio files, documents, and other primary sources. Students will learn history, civics, economics, geography, art, engineering, and critical thinking skills through a culturally relevant historical lens.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Coordination and Support: Assist in the planning and execution of the curriculum initiative and associated stakeholder meetings. Ensure seamless communication among team members and stakeholders.
• Communication: Act as a liaison between the project team, instructional designers, and external partners. Prepare and distribute updates, reports, and communications to keep all parties informed.
• Resource Development: Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, instructional designers, and subject matter experts on content need, design, and development to translate materials from the state’s collection into learner-centered experiences.
• Project Management: Assist in managing the project from initiation to completion, including tracking progress and meeting deadlines.
• Administrative: Scheduling meetings, travel planning, invoice payment, reimbursements, response to public inquiries, preparing agendas, minutes, weekly updates, and other relevant documentation.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions Of Employment & Appeal Rights

A bachelor’s degree in history, education, or a related field. Equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of education requirements, as well as solid organization and collaboration skills.

Role

This role offers the opportunity to impact student learning in the state significantly. Ideal candidates will have experience in the following areas:

• Project Management Experience : Practical experience managing projects from initiation to completion, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing projects. This includes coordinating tasks, managing timelines, and ensuring project goals are met with high-quality outcomes.
• Administrative Support: Demonstrated experience in providing administrative support to teams, including managing schedules, organizing meetings, and handling logistics with a high degree of professionalism and efficiency.
• Event Management and Planning: Experience organizing and managing meetings, particularly setting up internal and external collaboration spaces.
• Stakeholder Engagement : A track record of successfully engaging with various stakeholders, including team members, community partners, and contractors. The ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Operational Support: Experience in contributing to the operational efficiency of a team or organization, demonstrating an understanding of processes and systems that enhance productivity and effectiveness.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Familiarity with K-12 curriculum and/or elementary education
• A background in history, mainly US and Colorado history
• An independent work style
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to track and report on multiple projects and project timelines simultaneously
• Attention to detail
• An enthusiasm to amplify diverse voices
• Basic research abilities
• Problem-solving skills
• Strong proficiency in the Google Suite and Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Supplemental Information

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 .

About Organization

Serve the needs of the State of Colorado through a number of subdivisions. The Colorado Judicial, Legislative, and Executive branches form the government for the State of Colorado. "A Career should be about believing in what you do and making a positive impact on your community. That is a career that makes you proud; that is a career with distinction."​- Mary Mullarkey, Chief Justice of the Colorado Supreme Court.