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Admiral Nimitz Foundation

Organization

Founded in 1971 as a 501(c)(3), the Foundation since 2005, in an agreement with the Texas Historical Commission, manages and provides financial support to the State-owned National Museum of the Pacific War to:

• Educate present and future generations about World War II in the Pacific and the continued global relevance of its lessons;
• Use the Collection to provide programs that inspire and educate;
• Enhance and maintain the quality of the National Museum of the Pacific War and its grounds;
• Provide resources to accomplish the Foundation’s vision and mission; and,
• Enhance constituency and community engagement.

The Foundation engages visitors through a variety of exhibitions and education programs to accomplish our mission. The Museum features four buildings of galleries and exhibits and six outdoor exhibit areas. The Foundation also runs and operates three museum stores and variety of multi-functional spaces.

Position

Reporting to the Marketing Director, the Marketing Coordinator supports and coordinates the Museum’s digital marketing efforts, including paid advertising, organic social media, email marketing, and performance analytics. This role is ideal for someone who is data-driven, creative, and comfortable managing multiple digital platforms to drive awareness, engagement, and visitation.

Responsibilities

Digital Advertising & Campaign Management

• Plan, execute, and optimize paid digital campaigns across platforms such as Meta, Google, and other advertising channels
• Manage campaign budgets, targeting, creative testing, and performance optimization
• Monitor campaign performance and make real-time adjustments to improve results
• Coordinate campaign launches aligned with exhibitions, events, and seasonal initiatives

Analytics & Reporting

• Track and analyze performance across digital channels, including ads, website traffic, and user behavior
• Maintain dashboards and provide regular reports on KPIs such as reach, engagement, conversions, and ROI
• Use insights to inform strategy and improve future campaigns
• Assist in forecasting and identifying growth opportunities

Social Media Management

• Plan, schedule, and manage content across social media platforms
• Develop engaging, platform-appropriate content including captions, short-form video direction, and campaign messaging
• Monitor comments, messages, and engagement trends
• Collaborate on content creation with internal teams

Email Marketing (Eblasts)

• Build, schedule, and deploy email campaigns
• Segment audiences and support list management efforts
• Assist with A/B testing subject lines, content, and send strategies
• Track performance metrics and recommend improvements

Website & Digital Presence

• Assist with website updates, landing pages, and campaign integration
• Ensure consistency across digital touchpoints
• Support SEO efforts and content optimization
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, advertising, public relations, business, or a related field preferred. Relevant professional experience may be considered in place of formal education.
• At least one year of professional experience in marketing, communications, social media, advertising, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience managing social media accounts and creating content for multiple platforms.
• Familiarity with paid digital advertising platforms, such as Meta Ads Manager and Google Ads preferred but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences and platforms.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues across departments.
• Interest in the Foundation’s mission and the ability to communicate historical and educational content in an engaging and accessible way.
• Able to lift 35 lbs. and manage equipment transport/set up independently
• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required.

This is a Full-time position in the range of $40,000 - $45,000 a year with health insurance, sick leave, paid vacation, and holidays. A 403-B retirement savings account is offered. The applicant’s lifestyle must be flexible enough to work evenings and weekends, when required.

To Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume outlining their relevant qualifications and experience to Marketing Director Haley Hull at hhull@nimitzfoundation.org.

Please include the “Marketing Coordinator” in the subject line of the email.

Position Description:

Facilities Manager

Admiral Nimitz Foundation

Founded in 1971 as a 501(c)3, the Admiral Nimitz Foundation (ANF) since 2005, in an agreement with the

Texas Historical Commission, manages and provides financial support to the State-owned National Museum

of the Pacific War to:

• Preserve and exhibit the material history of the war in the Pacific and Indo-China during World War II;

• Offer and participate in programs that honor all veterans past and present and in programs that provide strategic insights into national security issues affecting our country;

• Support education concerning the American experience in the Pacific Area during World War;

• Preserve and exhibit the material history of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz; and,

• Provide the public, researchers, teachers and historians with a readily accessible platform for the exploration of the War in the Pacific during World War II.

The Foundation engages visitors through various exhibitions and programs to accomplish the above mission.

The Museum features four separate buildings of galleries and exhibits and six outdoor exhibit areas. The Foundation also runs and operates three museum stores and a variety of multi-functional spaces.

Position

This is a full-time position with potential for growth. Reporting to the Director of Facilities, the Facilities

Manager performs and oversees skilled work in the fields of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, and roofing. This position also includes supervising work performed by other Maintenance, Custodial, and Landscaping team members or contractors.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Facilities Director on project management, supervisory duties, and department workload scheduling.

• Perform advanced supervisory, maintenance, and custodial work.

• Plan, assign, and oversee the work of maintenance, custodial, and construction personnel, including

estimating work hours, scheduling, and coordinating activities with contractors and management.

• Estimate and requisition materials and supplies for projects.

• Troubleshoot and evaluate maintenance issues campus-wide, effect repairs, maintain inventories and equipment, and keep accurate records of all work performed.

• Lead and work collaboratively with the facilities team, with the ability to work independently when needed.

• Support and take an active role in coordinating rental events with Rentals Division.

• Work with minimal supervision and exercise initiative and independent judgment.

• Assist with day-to-day tasks such as mowing and operating yard/landscaping equipment as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Work may be required outside of regular Monday–Friday hours.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of skilled experience in one or more of the following trades: electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or carpentry; or six years of experience as a Maintenance Technician I.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• High attention to detail.

• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with designers,

project managers, and directors.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Passion for the Museum’s mission and a commitment to its success.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods.

• Flexibility and adaptability as a team player with a mission-centered mindset.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to operate a 36’ or smaller boom lift, operate a forklift, and obtain necessary certifications.

• Maintenance knowledge of a Japanese garden.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time, salaried position with a yearly salary of $40-45,000 and generous employee benefits.

While many duties will be performed during weekdays, flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required.

To Apply

Please apply online or submit a resume to: Admiral Nimitz Foundation 328 East Main Street Fredericksburg,

TX 78624Attn: Brad Burge, Facilities and Security Director through email at:

BBurge@NimitzFoundation.org

POSITION:
Reporting to the Retail Services Director, the Museum Store Associate is responsible for providing visitors with a continuation of the National Museum of the Pacific War experience and generating earned revenue consistent with the mission and standards of the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greet all visitors to the museum stores with a positive and enthusiastic demeanor and assist with merchandise selection and other requested information.
• Contribute effectively and productively to the retail team.
• Maintain positive communication with all Foundation employees. Promote teamwork within the museum stores and throughout the Foundation.
• Accurately complete all sales transactions according to Point of Sale (POS) procedures and Foundation policy.
• Complete telephone sales, web orders and prepare merchandise for shipping.
• Assist in processing incoming stock according to POS and inventory management procedures daily.
• Assist in maintaining attractive and well-stocked merchandised displays replenishing as needed.
• Assist in maintaining store cleanliness.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Positive attitude and motivated team player; works cooperatively with museum staff; provide outstanding customer service.
• Demonstrated sales and goal achievement.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple projects.
• Proficient with computers, the Internet, Point-of-Sale applications, Microsoft Outlook, and Excel.
• Ability to meet scheduled deadlines.
• Ability to lift and move stock and assist with shipping merchandise as needed.
• Ability to meet the needs of a flexible 32-hour schedule including weekends and holidays.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least18 years old.
• Background check required.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This is a part-time position with starting hourly wage of $17 per hour with flexible hours and includes museum store discount. Great opportunity for daytime work!

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

The Admiral Nimitz Foundation is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity with respect to all employees, applicants, and interns for employment. We recruit, hire, train, and promote without discrimination due to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, citizenship, national origin, military or veteran status, marital status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

TO APPLY:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application online or, including a cover letter and resume detailing relevant qualifications and experience, and three references to the Retail Services Director, Krista Beardslee, at beardslee@nimitzfoundation.org. Please include "Museum Store Position" in the subject line of the email.