Georgia Historical Society
Special Collections Director
Georgia Historical Society, Savannah, Georgia, United States, 31441
Georgia Historical Society provided pay range
This range is provided by Georgia Historical Society. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$75,000.00/yr – $125,000.00/yr The Moran Company is pleased to partner with the Georgia Historical Society to recruit the organization's next Special Collections Director. The Georgia Historical Society (GHS), the premier independent statewide institution responsible for collecting, examining, and teaching Georgia and American history, seeks an experienced Special Collections Director to oversee its renowned library and archives. This position offers an extraordinary opportunity to lead one of the nation’s oldest and most distinguished historical collections during an exciting era of growth and modernization. Based in historic Savannah, Georgia, GHS was founded in 1839, making it the oldest continuously operating historical society in the South. It is known nationally for its scholarly rigor, public outreach, and stewardship of a priceless collection documenting more than 300 years of Georgia’s history. With a staff of 20+ and an annual operating budget exceeding $5 million, GHS has experienced strong institutional growth in both programmatic impact and organizational capacity. Responsibilities
Provide strategic and operational leadership for the GHS Research Center, including its archival, library, and reference services. Ensure that GHS collections are preserved, accessible, and managed to the highest professional standards. Provide exceptional public service to patrons and researchers. Supervise the Reference Desk Manager, Senior Archivist, and a team of approximately six employed staff, interns, and volunteers. Manage a major archival program and historic collections as part of a national institution. Occasional travel may be required. Qualifications
Master’s degree in Library Science or Archival Studies (archival concentration preferred). Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible archival, library, or museum experience, including at least six years directly supervising paid staff. Experience managing a major archival program, historical society, or special collections library. Ability to thrive in a collaborative, high-performance environment. Location and Travel
Position is based in Savannah, Georgia (no remote or hybrid option). Very occasional travel may be required. Benefits
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement matching, long‑term disability, life insurance, generous vacation and holiday leave, and parental leave. Application Process
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume with full employment history in chronological order by month to Steven Byers through the secure online portal on the Moran Company website. Apply by December 19, 2025. Questions may be directed to Steve.Byers (at) MoranCompany.com.
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Non‑profit Organizations and Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos Benefits Summary
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k)
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This range is provided by Georgia Historical Society. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$75,000.00/yr – $125,000.00/yr The Moran Company is pleased to partner with the Georgia Historical Society to recruit the organization's next Special Collections Director. The Georgia Historical Society (GHS), the premier independent statewide institution responsible for collecting, examining, and teaching Georgia and American history, seeks an experienced Special Collections Director to oversee its renowned library and archives. This position offers an extraordinary opportunity to lead one of the nation’s oldest and most distinguished historical collections during an exciting era of growth and modernization. Based in historic Savannah, Georgia, GHS was founded in 1839, making it the oldest continuously operating historical society in the South. It is known nationally for its scholarly rigor, public outreach, and stewardship of a priceless collection documenting more than 300 years of Georgia’s history. With a staff of 20+ and an annual operating budget exceeding $5 million, GHS has experienced strong institutional growth in both programmatic impact and organizational capacity. Responsibilities
Provide strategic and operational leadership for the GHS Research Center, including its archival, library, and reference services. Ensure that GHS collections are preserved, accessible, and managed to the highest professional standards. Provide exceptional public service to patrons and researchers. Supervise the Reference Desk Manager, Senior Archivist, and a team of approximately six employed staff, interns, and volunteers. Manage a major archival program and historic collections as part of a national institution. Occasional travel may be required. Qualifications
Master’s degree in Library Science or Archival Studies (archival concentration preferred). Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible archival, library, or museum experience, including at least six years directly supervising paid staff. Experience managing a major archival program, historical society, or special collections library. Ability to thrive in a collaborative, high-performance environment. Location and Travel
Position is based in Savannah, Georgia (no remote or hybrid option). Very occasional travel may be required. Benefits
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement matching, long‑term disability, life insurance, generous vacation and holiday leave, and parental leave. Application Process
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume with full employment history in chronological order by month to Steven Byers through the secure online portal on the Moran Company website. Apply by December 19, 2025. Questions may be directed to Steve.Byers (at) MoranCompany.com.
APPLY NOW Seniority Level
Director Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Education, Management, and Administrative Industries
Non‑profit Organizations and Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos Benefits Summary
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k)
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