The Recognition Manager will work with other members of the Recognition team and the video team to gather, disseminate, and confirm content related to the Inductees of the National Inventors Hall of Fame (NIHF). By working closely with colleagues within the team, this position will become knowledgeable about NIHF Inductees, help to foster relationships between them and our organization, and be an integral part of creating their stories that will be presented to the public, particularly their video stories. The Inductees of NIHF serve as the foundation of the organization’s mission and the inspiration for the organization’s nationwide education programs.

Position Responsibilities:

• Serve as a liaison between Inductees and the organization, both remotely and at Inductee on-site locations

• Coordinate with internal contacts for Inductee outreach, particularly the video team, essential for in-person visits and creating Inductee videos

• Facilitate preparation and scheduling of Inductee in-person visits and video filming, working closely with the video team

• Travel to Inductee locations to coordinate NIHF’s on-site content gathering/video team

• Track and evaluate Inductee visits, working to implement improvements and efficiencies

• Conduct oral history-type interviews with Inductees, both remotely and in person

• Support research needs

• Support NIHF content review for its programs, marketing, and recognition needs

• Become knowledgeable of NIHF Inductees and related information

• Budget management

• Work on improving processes and projects through vision, assessment, documentation, problem-solving, and creative thinking; implementing changes accordingly

• General support of the recognition team, as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• This position requires a self-starter who understands the critical importance and necessity of being a lead and a decision-maker representing NIHF

• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written

• Ability to think quickly and work towards implementing solutions

• Ability to work efficiently and within budget and to maximize content gathered during Inductee interactions

• Exceptional organizational skills while also embracing adaptability, flexibility, nimbleness

• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and time management

• Capable of constructing complex schedules that balance meeting the needs of the organization and the needs of the Inductees

• Ability to collaborate with other teams and key stakeholders

• Must be able to work in an environment that is fast-paced and collaborative, where a positive demeanor is required for success

• Confidence in interacting with both internal and external stakeholders

• Strategic thinker, self-motivated, collaborative, and solution-oriented

• Accustomed to professional travel and working on projects on locations away from the home office

Credentials and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in non-profit organizations, history, communications, marketing, or a related field

• 5+ years working in a communications/public relations role

• Proven ability to establish project timelines and oversee a project to completion

• Excellent computer skills – Microsoft Office suite skills required; Dropbox; use of collaboration software such as Trello; Salesforce

Special Requirements:

• Up to 50% travel per year

Benefits of working for the National Inventors Hall of Fame include:

• Competitive benefit offerings, including medical, dental, vision, life, flexible spending, disability, pet insurance

• 401K plan and up to a 4% employer match

• Paid time off, paid holidays, paid year-end closure (12/24-1/1)

• Critical Illness/Hospital/Accident Supplemental Income plans available

• Great team environment, opportunities for growth, and culture focused on professional development