Do you have 3+ years of experience in Museum Programming or Educational Administration?

Have you ever worked hands on with Exhibit Maintenance and/or Troubleshooting?

We are currently in search of an Exhibits and Family Programs Manager for a Museum Nonprofit. The position is On Site in Staten Island, NY. This is a full time, permanent position.

ORGANIZATION TYPE: Museum Nonprofit

LOCATION: Staten Island, NY

POSITION TITLE: Exhibit and Family Programs Manager

SCHEDULE: Full time, 5 days/week, Wed-Sun (Mon-Tues OFF)

DURATION: Permanent (Direct-Hire)

SALARY: $65,000 - $70,000

Is This Your Dream Job? This position will play a crucial role in ensuring the organization provides an enjoyable, safe, and enriching experience for children aged 2-10 and their adult caregivers. This role combines oversight of exhibit operations with the management of family programs, focusing on arts, science, and general interest topics. The Manager will ensure that all activities are engaging, age-appropriate, and aligned with the museum’s educational goals and exhibit concepts. Additionally, the position will require collaboration with various teams to ensure exhibits, program spaces, and inventory are well-maintained.

Our Ideal Candidate:

·       3+ years of experience in Museum Programming or Educational Administration required

·       BA Degree or 5+ years of relevant experience required

·       Hands on experience with Exhibit Maintenance and/or troubleshooting required

·       Proven leadership experience required

·       Project Management experience required (contractors, timelines, budgets)

·       MS Office, Adobe and POS Systems experience required

How You Will Spend Your Day:

• Oversee the daily operation of 12 exhibits, ranging from toddler to upper elementary levels, including both indoor and outdoor components.
• Ensure daily opening and shutdown of exhibits, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and operational readiness.
• Train staff on exhibit operations, safety procedures, and maintenance protocols.
• Develop and implement systems for ongoing exhibit maintenance in collaboration with staff and contractors.
• Manage exhibit supplies and consumables, ensuring that all materials are replenished and properly maintained.
• Perform basic exhibit troubleshooting and maintenance, ensuring a high standard of quality for all exhibits.
• Implement and manage engaging, age-appropriate family programs for children aged 2-10 and their caregivers.
• Coordinate cooking programs, pop-up in-exhibit activities, and other special events that bring exhibits to life and enhance visitor engagement.
• Organize weekly performances and monthly arts programs, including workshops and hands-on activities in the art room.
• Collaborate with outside contractors to develop new program offerings, ensuring they align with current exhibit themes and the museum's mission.
• Ensure all family programs meet safety standards and are designed to enhance learning experiences for all visitors.
• Work closely with the school programs department to ensure exhibits and educational resources align with school curricula and educational standards.
• Participate in the development of materials and resources that enhance the museum's offerings for school groups and educators.
• Assist with the project management of a new 3,000-square-foot exhibit in collaboration with outside contractors, ensuring alignment with educational goals and timelines.
• Contribute to ongoing exhibit upgrades and improvements as part of the museum’s long-term development plan.
• Lead and manage a team of PT staff and volunteers to facilitate family programs, ensuring smooth operations and high-quality experiences.
• Develop and implement staff training programs to ensure all team members are knowledgeable and equipped to engage with visitors.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of family programs and exhibits, adjusting strategies as needed to meet objectives.
• Attend management meetings to provide updates on programming and exhibit developments.
• Keep inventories of exhibit objects (e.g., parts, toys, blocks, costumes) that need replacement or replenishment.
• Maintain inventory for art and cooking programs, ensuring that all supplies are ordered on a weekly basis and are in good condition.
• Coordinate with suppliers and external contractors to ensure timely delivery of replacement materials and supplies.
• Work closely with the Guest Services team to ensure all exhibits and program spaces are clean and well-maintained throughout the day.
• Address any issues related to furniture, exhibit parts, or materials, and coordinate repairs or replacements as needed.

We’d love to hear from you.

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