JOB SUMMARY: This position is located at the Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument site in Sumner, Mississippi. Open to the first 50 applicants or until 12/20/2024 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration. MAJOR DUTIES: The town of Sumner, nestled in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, is a town with a rich history and a vibrant community spirit. Despite its modest size, Sumner has played a significant role in shaping the cultural fabric of the region. Sumner serves as one of the two county seats of Tallahatchie County. Its location on the west side of the county, along the meandering Tallahatchie River, adds to its charm. The Mississippi Delta, often referred to as simply "the Delta," is a vast and vital part of the American landscape. Stretching from southern Illinois to the southeastern tip of Louisiana, it covers more than 90,000 miles of rivers and streams and over 3 million acres of land. It is the home of the Blues, Gospel, soul food, and the civil rights movement. Life in the Delta is steeped in tradition and resilience. From the sun-drenched cotton fields to the soulful rhythms of the Blues, the Delta pulses with authenticity. Community gatherings, fish fries, and church picnics are woven into the fabric of daily life. The Delta boasts education institutions from Delta State University to the University of Southern Mississippi in which students thrive in an environment that values both tradition and innovation. From the Grammy Museum to the B.B. King Museum, from juke joints to outdoor festivals, the Delta boasts numerous entertainment options and live music. The Mississippi Delta region also offers plenty of affordable housing options, including private rentals and homes. Delta elementary schools often offer programs like international studies and pilot online programs. The educational landscape has continued to evolve over the last few decades. There are plenty of medical facilities in the Delta that focus on improving access and services to the community. For additional information visit Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov) Incumbent serves as the Park Manager (Superintendent) of Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument. The park is comprised of two sites in the towns of Sumner and Glendora, MS and one site in the city of Chicago. Incumbent is responsible for the preservation, interpretation, maintenance, administration, and development of the park sites in two states, and the safety and well-being of staff, volunteers, and visitors to the park. Directly manages three sites in two states, and Federal ownership of all three sites is complex along with their management, involving close coordination with government agencies and non-profit. Major duties include but are not limited to: Supervisory/managerial duties Financial and property resource management Natural and cultural resource management and stewardship Leadership and organizational vision for park operation and visitor experience Civic engagement and public affairs IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.
