Kentucky Historical Society Seeks Oral Historian

The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) is seeking an Oral Historian to join their Historical Resources Division. The Oral Historian will work to fulfill the mission of the KHS and to help their colleagues throughout the organization succeed. The position promotes the oral history program at the KHS and the initiatives of the Kentucky Oral History Commission (KOHC).

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the KHC’s oral history program through acquisition, preservation, and access
• Support the work of the KOHC and the twice-yearly KOHC grant program
• Promote and provide advice and training on the creation, preservation, and use of oral history for individuals and organizations across the Commonwealth
• Foster long-term relationships with community partners through existing and new community engagement programs

Applicants should possess a master’s degree in oral history, folklore or folk studies, public history, or humanity or social science field. Experience with interview-based methodology and fieldwork is preferred.

This is a full-time position based in Frankfort, KY. Salary is $38,140.08 with a 5% increase following the successful completion of a probationary period.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and current resume via email to khshr@ky.gov. The deadline for submissions is Monday, February 24, 2025.