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Purpose of Job
Coordinate development and delivery of engaging,
human-facilitated gallery programs including plays, demonstrations,
interactive presentations, discovery centers, activities and carts,
festivals and events, and new, innovative formats to be developed.
The 2003 focus will be programs in the Space Odyssey
exhibition. Train and assist in the delivery of programs.
Ensure that all gallery programs developed and implemented meet
and exceed the goals, values, and standards of the Visitor Programs
Department and the Museum. This position will report to the Visitor
Programs manager and supervise several part-time actors.
Essential Functions
Program Development
- In cooperation with program manager/senior educator
and other Program Division staff, participate in teams to revise
or develop programs to accompany and enhance Museum galleries,
permanent and temporary exhibitions.
- Develop programs in accordance with the direction
and goals of the Visitor Programs Department and the Museum’s
core competency and attendance goals.
- Serve in the educator role when assigned, including
participating in development of education goals, serving as a
science content resource, and ensuring accuracy and effective
delivery of program content.
Program Support
- Oversee the day-to-day delivery of assigned gallery
programs and provide team support of other programs.
- Serve in daily rotation to ensure that a staff
person oversees floor operations and is accessible to provide
support for staff and volunteers. Serve in weekend rotation as
needed, as well as covering some holidays and evening events.
Tuesday–Saturday or Sunday–Thursday work schedule preferred.
- Provide well-defined standards of program quality
and ensure that programs meet these standards.
- Ensure maintenance of program equipment and replenishment
of supplies.
- Provide direct facilitation of on-floor programming,
including performance of plays and/or demonstrations as assigned
and scheduled. Conform to departmental standards of costuming
and performance for assigned programs. Perform physically demanding
tasks which may include kneeling, lifting, standing for extended
periods of time, climbing a stepladder, wearing a space suit,
and simulating weightlessness through maneuvering in a harness,
special chair, and when walking. Fill-in for program performance
on an emergency basis when needed.
- Ensure rich and complete schedule of programs,
staffing, and volunteers.
- Ensure the safety of assigned areas, programs,
and personnel performing programs.
- Support Visitor Programs Show Quality Standards
development and implementation.
Program Evaluation
- Create and employ evaluation instruments to assess
the effectiveness of programs.
- Track and report program attendance statistics
on a regular basis.
- Evaluate programs in terms of staff and volunteer
experience.
People
- Hire, train, and supervise actors and other staff
as assigned. Schedule, mentor, and evaluate assigned staff.
Position Requirements
- Prefer master’s degree in
science, education, theater, or related field; bachelor’s degree
or equivalent experience required. Strong background in theatrical
coursework and stage performance required.
- Three years’ experience
in museum, informal science, or theater education; theatrical
directing required.
- Strong knowledge of one
of the following: space science (preferred), earth science, life
science, anthropology, and/or health science.
- Script development or demonstration
development required. Discovery learning and facilitation experience
a plus.
- Supervisory experience required,
experience working with volunteers a plus.
- Proficiency in using computers
and technical equipment for presentations a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to
work in a team atmosphere and be a team player.
- Proven ability to communicate
effectively, orally, in writing, and through programs.
- Demonstrated success and
enjoyment in working with people of all ages.
- Patience, good customer
service, and commitment to a fun learning environment.
- Auditions for Living
in Space play, Astronaut on the Surface demonstration, and
other demonstrations and facilitation required for this position.
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