Education Program Manager – On-Site STEM Programs

Compensation: $42,000-$45,000 Annual Salary

BASIC FUNCTIONS: 

•      Supervise daily operations of overnight and workshop programming 

•      Develop and evaluate programs

•      Supervise, evaluate, and empower staff and volunteers

•      Conduct programming

•      Cultivate partnerships and market programs 

•      Provide support for the education department

•      Other duties as assigned

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1.      Supervise daily operation of overnight and workshop programming

Execute all administrative duties including planning, preparation, and control of budget; accepting, recording, and confirming overnight registrations; preparing for classes and events, and managing annual calendar priorities. Interview and hire qualified staff and volunteer applicants; oversee training and scheduling; evaluate performance of all staff and volunteers. Control and maintain all supplies, equipment, materials, and inventories. Order/purchase as needed.  

2.      Supervise, evaluate, and empower staff and volunteers

Engage staff in activities, provide ideas and support to further understanding, and empower staff.  

3.      Development and evaluation programs 

Develop program criteria; select program topics, titles, and descriptions; engage coworkers and outside partners in the development and writing of the programs and in the design, creation and selection of materials and equipment. Evaluate content accuracy and delivery methods of programs. Evaluate staff execution and participant response to programs.

4.      Conduct programming

Deliver programs to visiting groups as needed. Manage overnight events to ensure the smooth operation of the event and building. May include serving as event supervisor overnight and weekend shifts. 

5.      Cultivate partnerships and market programs 

Establish and maintain internal and external partnerships; market the program to youth organizations, schools, and the public; distribute agreements and materials for marketing the program. 

6.      Provide support for the education department

Engage visitors within the museum as needed on the exhibit floor, in home school programs, summer camp, and special educational events.

7.      Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

•      Basic and general science principles with the capability to apply such knowledge to exciting, informal education programming

•      Computer programs including Microsoft Office Suite and reservations software

•      Audio/visual equipment

Skills:

•      Excellent oral and written communication skills

•      Classroom management

•      Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Ability to:

•      Work cooperatively among departments

•      Multitask and manage details

•      Be flexible and adapt to constantly changing situations

•      Be imaginative in the initiation of new projects/programs

•      Work without direct supervision as necessary

•      Contribute as an active member of a team of staff and volunteers

•      Work evening, weekend, and overnight hours

•      Serve as a leader among staff

•      Create practical solutions to diverse challenges

POSITIONS SUPERVISED:  

Direct supervision and guidance provided to part-time staff and volunteers

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:  

Immediate supervision received from the Director of Education

EDUCATION:  

Bachelor's degree required with emphasis in science, education, or social science preferred.

Experience may be substituted for some education. 

EXPERIENCE:

At least two years in an informal education setting. Supervisory experience preferred.

 This employee normally may perform some of the work of a senior-level position in the process of gaining knowledge and experience necessary for advancement and may also perform some of the work in a lower-rated position.