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Jay Smith

Development & Grants Manager at St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum

Jay Smith is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in education, grant management, and historical interpretation. Currently serving as the Development & Grants Manager at St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum since May 2018, Jay effectively manages the grants process, drawing on years of experience within the museum sector. Academic contributions include teaching history courses as an Adjunct Professor at the University of North Florida from August 2012 to December 2022 and serving as a Graduate Student Teaching Assistant. Jay also held leadership roles at Memorial Presbyterian Church, managing docent teams and developing interpretive programs while being involved in children's literature at Barnes & Noble, Inc. Educational credentials include a Master's Degree in History from the University of North Florida and dual Bachelor's Degrees in History and Political Science from Florida State University, alongside a Bachelor's Degree in History from Furman University.

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