Jobs
Kansas Historical Society
A state agency, the Historical Society will post job openings here in addition to State of Kansas. The Historical Society employs people in a variety of areas including archeologists, archivists, clerical positions, educators, exhibits designers, graphic designers, historic preservation specialists, historic sites managers, historical editors, librarians, maintenance, museum curators, and registrars.
Applications must be made through the State of Kansas Civil Service Job Listings. In addition to the Historical Society, this site also includes other state agencies.
Current openings
K0245966 Tourist Counselor - Historic Elevator Operator
Position Description | State Posting
The Kansas State Capitol is seeking a courteous, knowledgeable, and safety-minded individual(s) to serve as a Historic Cage Elevator Attendant and Tour Guide. This unique position blends visitor engagement with the operation of a rare, manually operated 1920s-era cage elevator — one of the last of its kind in public service.
K0069245 Review and Compliance
Architectural Historian
Position Description | State Posting
This position is responsible for timely reviews of projects in accordance with state and federal laws for the protection of historic properties; educates public and government officials about protective laws; reviews projects submitted by property owners, federal and state agencies and local governments through the Kansas Review & Compliance system and analyzes their potential to affect the state’s historic properties; reviews and evaluates proposals for conformance with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. The employee must be able to read, understand, and explain architectural drawings and specifications. The employee must possess skills necessary to provide excellent customer service.
K0247862 Third Party Host
The Third Party Host is a part-time position who is responsible for staffing after hours third party events at the Kansas Museum of History. Schedule will be dependent on event bookings but will primarily occur after business hours (5 PM) during the weekdays and on weekends. The host is required to be on site during the entirety of the event and will serve as the main point of contact for any questions or issues that arise. The host reports to the Tour and Events Coordinator, who is responsible for all event coordination and communication. The host will assist with setting up the event, which may include making coffee, turning on A/V equipment, and ensuring the maintenance staff are following the event layout. The host will work with other staff on site, which may include a VSR to staff the gallery during open hours, maintenance staff, and 24/7 security.
Kansas Historical Foundation
The Historical Foundation employs people in fundraising, retail sales, membership development, and clerical positions. The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation that supports the programs of the Historical Society. Job openings will be posted here when available and include information about application procedures.
