School and Yourth Program Manager
Date Posted: Mar 17, 2026
Requisition ID: 474668
Location:
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites (ISMHS):
The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites is a statewide museum system with 12 locations, including a central museum based in Indianapolis. Our mission is to ignite wonder, inspire curiosity, reveal stories and create connections. Our values are Integrity, Stewardship, Interconnectivity and Transparency.
Role Overview:
The School and Youth Program Manager is responsible for managing youth-related programming including homeschool programs, scout programs, youth public programs and school programs for the Indiana State Museum. Responsibilities include identifying strategic growth opportunities, cultivating relationships with families, homeschool co-ops, scout organizations and community organizations and marketing programs. The incumbent is also responsible for assisting in the developing and facilitating camp curriculum and experiences and supporting other programs within the department.
Salary:
This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $53,560 but may be commensurate with education and job experience.
Use our Compensation Calculator (https://in.accessgov.com/spd/Forms/Page/spd/compensation-calculator/1) to view the total compensation package.
A Day in the Life:
Responsibilities include:
Research, develop, and facilitate curriculum and programs for homeschool, scouting and other youth audiences that align with evaluation data and ISMHS objectives.
Analyze and research trends in youth-related programming for changing needs and interests of the audiences and to take advantage of new opportunities for the museum.
Assist with the development and facilitation of school services including school and outreach programs, assemblies, events and resources.
Assist the camp program manager with writing camp curriculum and facilitating camp programs for school-aged camps. Camps occur during fall, winter, spring and summer break.
Assist with out-of-school time programs as needed.
Connect and collaborate with local and regional youth-serving individuals and organizations.
Purchase, maintain, and prepare materials & supplies for programs. This includes preparing the curriculum, supplies, check-in sheets, and program space before/after the program. Assist with camp preparation and materials during camp seasons.
Evaluate all youth programming on a consistent and regular basis using both observational data and surveys. Use data to adjust activities and curriculum as needed.
Use the reservation system for school and outreach reservations, monitor youth program registrations, create rosters and other reports.
Manage and track youth programs budget.
Work with the Director of K-12 Education to align and implement goals, objectives and learning outcomes with department goals and programs
Work with the development team for youth program grants, including collecting and compiling data, assisting with writing grant reports, and overseeing spending and tracking of grant budget.
Work with marketing and communications staff to develop and implement a marketing plan for all youth programs.
Travel to offsite school programs and special events as needed.
The job description is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be changed or assigned at any time.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
Credentials:
Bachelors degree preferred or relevant work experience.
Prefer experience working with youth in a formal or informal educational setting.
Additional qualifications:
Strong public speaking skills and able to show enthusiasm while working with youth and adults.
Excellent project management, communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, long program days during camp season and some weekends.
Experience with Altru or similar program registration platform is a plus but not required
Ability to research and write program curriculum, reports, and evaluations
Ability to work and communicate needs and information to other departments.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Familiarity with ADA compliance rules and procedures and awareness of cultural sensitivity issues.
Have a current Indiana driving license.
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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