Job Description
Marana is the 3rd fastest growing community in Arizona and the 2nd largest municipality in Pima County. The organization has been recognized as one of the ten most successful cities in Arizona. Marana lies approximately 20 minutes northwest of downtown Tucson and 75 minutes southeast of Phoenix. The Town makes its decisions based on a Strategic Plan that has five focus areas: Cherished Heritage, Vibrant Community, Thriving Commerce, Healthy Lifestyles, and Proactive Public Services.
Marana's standards are high. We are an organization of excellence and have developed four Cultural Value Statements that provide the guidelines for how we work together. Our Cultural Values are: Dedicated Service, Respect, Teamwork and Engaged Innovation.
The Town of Marana is seeking a Historian to work in the Town Manager Department. This is a part-time position and an exciting opportunity for someone interested in having a direct impact on promoting Marana to become a premier destination for business, leisure, and international travelers, as well as outdoor enthusiasts.
The Town offers a competitive benefits package: http://www.maranaaz.gov/benefits
Expected Hiring Range: $47,295.13 - $59,118.62
Salary Range: $47,295.13 - $70,943.24
- Placement within the salary range is dependent on direct experience, internal equity and/or budget
- Salary will be prorated for part-time work
- Preserves, interprets and documents historic resources related to the Town of Marana.
- Conducts historical research related to the Town of Marana.
- Writes documentation and summary reports for historic and archival documents.
- Presents to Town Management, Town Council, boards, commissions, citizen groups and general public.
- Develops outreach and educational plans to promote Maranas heritage to the public, community organizations, and visitors.
- Communicates in a positive manner with civic groups, non-profits, and the general public to connect the public with the history of the town.
- Contributes to the development and implementation of strategies identified under the Strategic Plans Cherished Heritage focus area.
- Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field that is acquired through a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
- Ability to organize, evaluate, and present information effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Over three years of related experience
- Valid Arizona Driver License
- Ability to pass both the Town of Marana background check and a motor vehicle records check
An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills & abilities to successfully perform essential functions may be considered.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with museum or historic site management and administration, including exhibit or program development and supervising staff.
- Knowledge of Town of Marana and regional history.
- Familiarity with records management and archival theory, methods, and practice.
- Excellent time management, and written and oral communication skills.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
If you meet the minimum requirements, submit a completed Town of Marana application which can be supplemented with a resume and cover letter. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Candidates are responsible for verifying receipt of materials. Applications must be submitted by applying online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/marana. All status updates will be sent via email through the applicant tracking system.
REVIEW PROCESS
Job posting will remain open until a sufficient number of applicants have met the minimum requirements. A first review date of applications will be conducted July 13, 2023.
TOWN OF MARANA CONTACT INFORMATION
11555 West Civic Center Drive
Marana, AZ 85653
www.maranaaz.gov
ph (520) 382-1900 / fx (520) 382-3500
QUESTIONS
Human Resources Staff Contact
Michell Thompson /520.382.1921/mthompson@maranaaz.gov
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The Town of Marana is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application/exam process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department prior to any deadlines related to this recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources Department if you would like this publication in an alternative format.