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Director of Guest Education

California Academy of Sciences
Location
California Academy of Sciences
Posted
20 days ago
Department
Public Programs
Salary
$130,000.00- $150,000.00
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • BA/BS; preferably in science and/or environmental education, and 14+ years’ experience
  • MA/MS in science, science communication, informal education, museum education with 12+ years’ experience or PhD and 8+ years’ experience
  • Minimum of 7-10 years experience in designing and delivering informal science and action-focused education
  • Combined minimum of 7-10 years’ supervisory, leadership experience over teams of informal educators and public-facing staff
  • 5+ years’ managing volunteers and/or volunteer programming
  • 3-5 years’ experience in securing funding for public programming through grant writing and/or donor solicitations
Nice to have
  • Bilingual (spoken and/or written) in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or other non-English language preferred
What the job really is

The Director of Guest Education at the California Academy of Sciences is responsible for developing and implementing innovative educational programs that enhance visitor experiences and promote science learning. This role involves collaboration with various departments to ensure educational impact and guest satisfaction, as well as managing a team of public programs staff. The director will also engage with external partners and oversee budget management for the department.

Benefits
  • Salary range of $130,000.00- $150,000.00
  • Comprehensive benefits based on hours worked
  • Competitive salaries within the industry and market standards
Things to weigh
  • Full-time onsite position may limit flexibility
  • Extensive public speaking and interaction with diverse audiences required
  • Physical demands include lifting up to 30 pounds and working in varying environmental conditions
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