Program Coordinator [Battleship Cove, Fall River, MA]

The Program Coordinator (PC) is responsible for the organization and management of education programs at Battleship Cove. The primary responsibility is the oversight of the Nautical Nights overnight camping program. Additionally, the PC will assist the Director of Education to develop, implement and lead education programs for the museum as a whole. The ideal PC will have experience as an educator and a supervisor, be a strong communicator and collaborator, provide excellent customer service and be enthusiastic and driven by the museum’s mission of educating visitors to honor patriotism and country. This is a full-time job. Weekly schedule will vary depending on the frequency of the Nautical Nights. The position requires weekend work, including late nights and early mornings primarily on Friday and Saturday nights. Qualifications: Experience in developing, implementing and supervising educational programming; Experience working with youth and families in formal or informal settings; College-level training (a background in museum education, history, or a related field preferred); Outstanding customer service skills; Ability to work enthusiastically and effectively with visitors, museum staff, volunteers and external concessionaires; Patience and flexibility while working in a dynamic public environment. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to sharonm@battleshipcove.org Posted on: 04/14/2016