Museum of Science, Boston
www.mos.org
Innovation and creativity come from the unique perspectives of a diverse staff. We value your perspective.
Who We Are
As science and technology increasingly shape our lives, the Museum of Science strives to equip and inspire everyone to use science for the global good while keeping up with the pace of change. Among the world’s largest science centers and New England’s most attended cultural institution, we engage nearly five million people a year – at Science Park and in museums around the world, in classrooms, and online.
The Museum’s singular location connecting Boston and Cambridge puts us at the junction of some of the world’s most influential academic institutions and industries, local and state government, schools, and the public. Trusted by each sector, we are ideally positioned to convene, inspire, and create meaningful experiences for all. Come join us on our mission to inspire a lifelong love of science in everyone and living our vision for a world where science belongs to each of us for the good of all of us.
What You’ll Accomplish
- The In-Gallery Learning Coordinator will ensure smooth operations of the In-Gallery Learning (IGL) program and spaces by coordinating daily schedules, providing a supportive and productive environment for IGL volunteers, interns, and staff, and creating world-class guest experiences through hands-on programs at the museum.
- The IGL Coordinator will assist with recruiting, mentoring, training, and supervising IGL volunteers (50+ volunteers across 7 days), interns (10-12 summer/seasonal interns), and part-time staff (6-8 staff).
- The In-Gallery Learning Coordinator will create and maintain daily activity and training schedules for educators teaching in the Hall of Human Life, Engineering Design Workshop, Charles River Field Station, and other facilitated spaces.
- The In-Gallery Learning Coordinator will facilitate hands-on interpretations and activities with museum guests, lead daily team meetings, and supervise the IGL program in the absence of the IGL Program Manager.
- The IGL Coordinator will develop and deliver high quality volunteer trainings on best practices, assist with the IGL educator training program as a mentor and activity trainer, and work with the IGL Program Manager to manage the upkeep and maintenance of IGL materials and spaces.
This job has a Sunday-Thursday schedule.
What We’re Looking For (Competencies)
- Detail oriented: Strong attention to detail in record keeping, maintaining training materials, and supporting the upkeep of the physical IGL spaces.
- Communication and collaboration: Comfortable leading team meetings and discussions. Able to create and communicate schedules, policies, and procedures. Comfortable collaborating with staff and volunteers of different ages and backgrounds to deliver world-class programming.
- Flexibility and composure under pressure: Able to adjust quickly to changing factors including just-in-time staff, program, and training changes. Able to maintain composure and leadership under time and staffing constraints. Regularly work one weekend day per week, as well as some holidays and evenings.
- Customer service: Comfortable supporting visitors, staff, and volunteers in a positive, engaging manner. Comfortable with large crowds of people in an active, dynamic learning environment.
How We Work-Our Values
Everyone: We are everyone’s museum. We pursue equity and celebrate every person for who they are. We foster an inclusive environment in which we value and respect diversity.
Service: We serve our colleagues and community. We hold ourselves accountable to be a trustworthy public resource, and to support a sustainable, just and evidence-based future.
Learning: We love learning. We are curious about the world and want to share our joy and wonder with others. We value open minds and recognize that everyone has more to explore, discover and create.
Connection: We find strength in connections. We collaborate across communities, organizations and disciplines to make science relevant and accessible to all.
Boldness: We dream big. We boldly push ourselves forward, pursuing new ideas and challenges. We experiment and learn from our failures as we seek to inspire purpose, spark imagination and encourage hope.
Salary Range: $52,000 USD - $65,000 USD
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.
