Historic New England is seeking a dynamic leader to direct Stopping Stones , an established program that recently became part of Historic New England. Stopping Stones is a national place-based public art strategy that recruits local partners to honor the memories of enslaved individuals in the locations where they were held and bring their stories alive by installing micro monuments and supporting multivocal installation ceremonies that catalyze local movements for reparative justice, racial healing, and greater equity.
The Stopping Stones Program Director will integrate the Stopping Stones program into the fabric of Historic New England and scale it to become a broadly recognized contributor in the racial repair and reparations movement. We are seeking candidates from all fields of work who are creative, enjoy community outreach, and have a desire to contribute to racial healing. Historic New England welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusion.
Ideal candidates are part of or have connections to communities impacted by this history and work and are enthusiastic about equity and social justice. Essential Functions.
Experience and Attributes. Key Qualifications:. Other Duties. Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Application Due Date: December 30, for priority review. Apply at the link below:.
Historic New England is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
