Manager of Exhibits, Collections, & Digital Experiences

Medora, ND

THE THEODORE ROOSEVELT PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY FOUNDATION

“Believe you can, and you’re halfway there.” -Theodore Roosevelt

Since 2014, the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation (TRPLF) has been planning and building a new, ambitious kind of presidential library and museum. Other presidential libraries tell the story of a single individual, but the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library (TRPL) – being built more than a century after T.R.’s death – will do more than preserve history. The TRPL will be a people’s library, bringing Roosevelt’s values and relentless spirit to life at a critical time in our nation and world, while simultaneously championing the stories of all who “dare greatly, think boldly, care deeply, and live passionately.”

Set in Medora, North Dakota, the library is surrounded by the breathtaking Badlands landscape. Participants at the TRPL will learn from – not just about – Roosevelt’s story, being transformed into the same stunning Badlands that served as the fulcrum in T.R.’s incredible life story.

Guided by the pillar principles of leadership, citizenship, and conservation, the Foundation has partnered with innovative partners – like the award-winning architecture firm, Snøhetta, and the best-in-class story crafters, the Future of Storytelling – to build an institution like no other. With plans to be the most sustainable presidential library and campus ever, a revolutionary approach to interpretive design, and programming that will spread the library’s message into neighboring Theodore Roosevelt National Park and beyond across the globe, the opportunity to join a talented team in building and opening this institution is truly unique.

About the Role

The Manager of Exhibits, Collections & Digital Experiences provides strategic and operational leadership for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library's exhibitions, collections, immersive media, and digital experiences.

Responsible for one of the world's most technologically advanced cultural institutions, this position ensures the Library's galleries are consistently participant-ready, collections are cared for in accordance with the highest professional museum standards, and immersive technologies, artificial intelligence, audiovisual systems, and interactive experiences operate seamlessly to deliver extraordinary participant experiences.

The Manager leads the daily operation, maintenance, and continuous evolution of the Library's permanent and temporary exhibitions while championing innovation through emerging technologies, digital storytelling, operational analytics, and AI-enabled experiences. Working collaboratively across the organization, this role partners with Curatorial, Information Technology, Facilities, Education, Marketing, Retail, Protective Services, and Operations to ensure the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library remains a global leader in museum innovation, participant engagement, and experiential storytelling.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Leadership– Provides vision, drives organizational goals, and leads complex exhibition initiatives.
• People Leadership & Collaboration– Builds, coaches, and develops teams while fostering productive relationships across departments and with artists, lenders, contractors, and other partners.
• Operational & Project Management Excellence– Successfully manages exhibition timelines, budgets, logistics, and competing priorities to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Museum & Exhibition Expertise– Applies professional museum standards and best practices in collections care, object handling, display, lighting, security, and interpretive planning.

• Problem Solving & Sound Judgment– Demonstrates resourcefulness and makes thoughtful decisions when navigating technical challenges, logistical complexities, and changing priorities.
• Accountability & Continuous Improvement– Takes ownership of results while identifying opportunities to improve processes, workflows, and exhibition outcomes.
• Participant-Focused Decision Making– Prioritizes meaningful, engaging, and accessible visitor experiences that support the Library's mission.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Exhibits, Collections & Digital Experiences department, providing strategic direction,