Director, Exhibit Content and LearningMuseum of Science, Boston

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SUMMARY STATEMENT:

The Director of Exhibit Content and Learning oversees all content and learning aspects of the Museum’s 130,000 square foot of exhibition space, including the content development of new exhibitions and the programming that takes place in the three existing staffed exhibitions. The Director works closely with the Vice President of Exhibit Development and Conservation, as well as other education-related departments and divisions within the Museum, to set a strategy that ensures that the Museum’s exhibit-based learning experiences excite, empower and engage ALL visitors to be the thinkers and innovators needed to shape our future. As a Director in one of the world’s leading science museums, it is essential that the Director of Exhibit Content and Learning develops and implements innovative learning experiences that keep the Museum at the forefront of the science museum field and fulfill our mission by ensuring that these experiences accurately reflect STEM content, focus on a clear set of educational and experiential goals, incorporate educational research and evaluation as part of the development process, and adhere to best practices in universal and equitable design. They must also work to cultivate and develop a world class team that is kept abreast of changes and developments in the field of STEM learning, while also ensuring that all work is completed on-time, on-budget and supports stated goals. At times, the Director of Exhibit Content and Learning will be called upon to develop and foster external partnerships and collaborations that expand the Museum’s capabilities and allow for the design of new kinds of learning experiences that were not previously possible.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct the work of four departments (Exhibit Content Development, Tech Studio, Discovery Center, and Hall of Human Life), which collectively include three managers, one supervisor, an additional 15 to 25 full-time staff members, 10 to 25 part-time staff members, interns, and over 100 volunteers.
• Oversee annual budgets of approximately $1 million per year.
• Simultaneously oversee content and learning development of 5 to 7 large-scale projects (>2,000 square feet) and 30 to 40 small projects (single components or graphics, small exhibit projects, new program development).
• Primarily responsible for the content and pedagogy of the Museum’s 130,000 square feet of exhibit galleries, collaborating with Education and Enrichment programs on areas of their responsibility including small programming spaces, stages, and theaters.

WORK SCHEDULE:

This position is full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday – Friday.
REPORTS TO:

Vice President, Exhibit Development & Conservation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science or Arts and additional course work preferred.
• Ten (10) or more years of STEM education (formal or informal) experience.
• Creating STEM learning experiences.
• Leading and working within teams.
• Managing budgets of over $300,000.
• Managing a staff of 4 or more individuals.
• Using Excel or other spreadsheet software to manage and track budgets.
• Applying educational theories, practices, and principles when developing educational activities.
• Communicating information about a broad range of topics related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to a lay audience.
• Writing successful grant proposals.

STARTING SALARY:

Exempt (Salaried). Commensurate with experience.
BENEFITS:

Benefits for full-time, exempt (salaried) staff include: free parking, T accessibility, 23 vacation days, 12 holidays, 5-10 sick days, medical, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, retirement and savings plan, health care/dependent care flex spending plan, employee discounts, employee referral program, tuition assistance, professional development, direct deposit, free admission, free Duck Tours, discounted movie passes, and much more!
The Museum of Science is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.
No phone inquiries, please. Qualified applicants will be contacted within two to four weeks of initial application.

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Public Engagement Program Manager
Oakland Museum of California
Oakland, CA

Oakland Museum of California

Req No 2017-1204
Category: Public Programs
Type: Regular Full-Time
Targeted Job Start Date 7/1/2017

Overview:

• The Oakland Museum of California values are fundamental to our institutional culture and guide our work together.
• Excellence: We are committed to excellence and working at the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
• Community: We believe everyone should feel welcome and part of our community, both within the Museum and with our visitors and neighbors.
• Innovation: We embrace innovation and calculated risk-taking to achieve our mission.
• Commitment: Our work at the Museum demonstrates a sense of purpose and a shared accountability for the institution’s success.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Public Engagement Program Manager, in relationship to specific grants, projects, and initiatives, is responsible for managing, budgeting, developing, implementing, and evaluating dynamic intergenerational programs in collaboration with OMCA staff, community stakeholders, and collaborative organizations. The Program Manager oversees, produces and manages flagship program platforms, Friday Nights @ OMCA and the annual Days of the Dead Community Cultural Celebration, in addition to other programs that drive attendance and revenue, community engagement and program collaboration.

Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following reflects OMCA’s definition of essential functions for this position, but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. OMCA may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

INSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Museum’s mission, values, vision, and core commitment to the visitor experience, community engagement, and institutional relevancy for the future
• Contribute to and support the OMCA strategic plan, annual priorities, and institutional initiatives such as diversity advancement
• Contribute to a positive organizational culture based on mutual respect, a spirit of collegiality, cooperation, and openness to many perspectives
• Participate in a culture of ongoing learning, collaboration, innovation, creativity, and community engagement

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Development

• Accountable for program budgets, over-arching strategy, and program goals being achieved
• Develop, research, and manage intergenerational community and cultural programs and activities for various audience types that support diverse learning styles and 21st Century museum experiences
• Develop and facilitate plans for consistent, year-round programs, in collaboration with staff, stakeholders, community, cultural and program collaborators to reflect the museum collections, exhibitions, seasonal and cultural themes, and timely topics and trends in Oakland and California
• Research, contract, and manage program participants (e.g. artists, historians, scientists, volunteers, businesses, libraries, schools, community centers, and organizations, etc) for deepening and broadening the museum’s civic engagement and participation of diverse communities

Program Implementation, Research, and Evaluation

• Create, sustain, and implement community program collaborations and partnerships that foster and encourage engagement, trust, and co-collaboration across organizations
• Collaborate with internal departments for program production, outreach, and communications activities to promote programs
• Ensure public programs collaborative evaluation activities are incorporated into program planning and implementation
• Keep abreast of innovative and best practices in the museum field in public programs for adults and multiple generational engagement, taking into consideration the impact on California’s changing demographics, cultural trends, and evolving technologies
• Provide recommendations for institutional policies and procedures that support public programs across center and various platforms (ie. branding assets, programs streams, etc.)

Management and Administration

• Develop, track and report on budget and variances for programs
• Support developing grant proposals, business case proposals and reports
• Manage programs, projects, and initiatives, to achieve goals
• Recruit/select, train, supervise, and evaluate the part-time Associate Developer, Public Engagement (Friday Nights @ OMCA performing arts program: Go Local Music Series) and program staff as needed
• Facilitate the Dia de los Muertos volunteer committee and other program committees as required
• Represent Public Engagement priorities on cross-functional project and exhibit teams
• Recruit and lead program participants and external collaborators
• Develop, negotiate, and manage professional services contracts/consultants as needed
• Prepare recommendations and content for presentations and grant reporting
• Train and supervise volunteers and interns as needed

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A combination of experience and education that demonstrates possession of the necessary knowledge and abilities for this position is required as noted:

• B.A. degree in relevant field such as art, history, natural sciences, or another discipline related to the Museum’s collections or cultural engagement/social justice required
• Advanced degree or equivalent work experience in art, history, natural sciences, museum studies, education, or cultural engagement/social justice preferred
• 5-7 years related experience required

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of planning, producing, and evaluating public & community intergenerational programs, particularly cultural programs that drive attendance and revenue
• Knowledge of informal education practices, diverse learning styles, and participatory program engagement practices
• Experience in event planning and project management for diverse intergenerational participants
• Non-Profit administration experience, specifically around developing and management of public programs
• Knowledge of customer service practices and principles
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to stage manage events and festivals, including a proficiency in emceeing and public speaking experience in cultural arts planning for diverse audiences and/or traditionally underserved audiences
• English, fluent in both spoken and written form
• A secondary language, such as Spanish or Chinese, is desired
• Proficiency in computer systems, specifically MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google
• Events and Weekend schedule as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently exposed to the following:

• Noise, such as groups of people working in enclosed areas
• Office, classroom, and event environments
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

EEO STATEMENT

The Oakland Museum of California is a multicultural organization, committed to diversity and practicing equal opportunity employment in recruitment and hiring. Qualified candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for open positions.

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Deadline: 06-17-2017