ASTC Job Bank

Development Listings

POSTED 08/06/2008
J3234. Director of Development
ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, VT

Located on the historic and beautiful waterfront in Burlington, Vermont, ECHO seeks a dynamic and effective development professional to lead the Center’s fundraising activities. After five successful years of exceeding audience and impact goals, ECHO is poised to launch a major strategic initiative requiring significant new resources and expanded community relationships.

The Director of Development will work closely with the Executive Director and one of the region’s most effective Board of Trustees, and provide leadership in defining and communicating ECHO’s environmental stewardship “cause” to donors and the public at large. Position requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of six years development and fund raising experience.

To apply, e-mail a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: jobs@echovermont.org with Director of Development in the subject field. You also can apply via “snail” mail at: ECHO Director of Development Job Search, One College St., Burlington, VT 05401. For a detailed job description, visit our website at www.echovermont.org. The deadline for applications is August 29, 2008. EOE

POSTED 07/25/2008
J3226. Evaluation Manager
Pacific Science Center

The Evaluation Manager is a new position that reflects Pacific Science Center's commitment to creating a comprehensive assessment of the museum's audience and the effectiveness of its education programs and exhibits. As a member of Pacific Science Center's development team, the Evaluation Manager will work with Pacific Science Center staff to design and implement an evaluation and research program with the goal of enhancing visitor learning and engagement.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years experience in evaluation of education programs, exhibits, survey research, or related work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The Evaluation Manager will have experience planning, organizing and coordinating projects while working in a team environment. Demonstrated experience in behavioral research is required and previous experience with museum evaluation is desired.

To Apply:
Send your resume and cover letter to: jobs@pacsci.org.

POSTED 07/21/2008
J3227. Associate Director of Individual Giving
Liberty Science Center

About Us :
Dedicated to inspiring imagination and creativity through adventures in interactive discovery, Liberty Science Center is the NJ-NY area's preeminent science and technology center. The science center is a private, not-for-profit institution.

Position Overview:
The Associate Director of Individual Giving will be a polished, confident fundraiser with the proven ability to develop high-level professional relationships and a track record of success in membership development and major gift solicitation. Candidates should possess a demonstrated ability to build memberships, identify and close major gifts from individuals. He/she should have 5 – 7 years of professional experience in membership and individual giving programs. He/she will have a solid understanding of the record keeping and stewardship systems (particularly Raiser’s Edge).

For a full job description and to apply please submit all resumes online at www.lsc.org.

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Education Listings

POSTED 08/19/2008
J3240. Producer, Arts, Sciences Programs
City of Palo Alto

Close Date: September 19, 2008
Salary: $29.75-$36.53 per hour/ 40 hrs per week

Job Description:

The Junior Museum and Zoo of the City of Palo Alto is searching for a Producer, Arts and Sciences Programs to produce science programs for children. The incumbent will provide specialized knowledge, training and skills to support various sciences classes, outreach programs, and camps, and will assist with the care of the museum’s collections. The position serves as an Education Curator.

Application Instructions:
Apply online at Calopps.org: www.calopps.org/ViewAgencyJob.cfm?ID=5589.

POSTED 08/11/2008
J3237. Manager of Public Programs - One World Village
Heifer International, Little Rock, AR

The new Murphy Keller Education Center & One World Village is being created to be an interactive learning experience, which will include exhibits, ongoing education programming and visitor amenities.

The Manager of Public Programs will: mange programs that will take place in the Learning Center and Village; establish institutional relationships with adult & youth organizations and other nonprofit institutions; create opportunities for interactions with adult learners and local and regional groups seeking educational enrichment for their members; create programs that position the Center as a destination for residents of the region and one-time visitors to the area; create budgets and help develop marketing plans to raise awareness of the programs and develop informational materials for the general public that will support Heifer’s educational goals and attract a diverse audience; work with volunteers to support programs. The position reports to the Director of Education - One World Village.

Requirements: BA and seven years of experience or 11 years job related experience; excellent skills overseeing multiple projects, programs and activities; excellent education research, monitoring and evaluation skills; strong general management skills.

For further information, visit www.heifer.org.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and résumé to Addie Jones at HeiferEdDirector@PhillipsOppeheim.com.

POSTED 08/11/2008
J3236. Director of Education - One World Village
Heifer International, Little Rock, AR

The new Murphy Keller Education Center and One World Village is being created to be an interactive learning experience, which will include exhibits and ongoing education programming and visitor amenities that will educate and engage the public with Heifer’s mission.

The Director of Education will conceptualize and create educational programs that will raise awareness of the Center and Village as a fun and exciting destination with a substantive educational component. These programs are not limited to but will include seminars and symposia, mini-classes for adults, weekend programs for families, and events and festivals that celebrate and showcase the mission and outreach of Heifer International.

Responsibilities include: creating and directing all school and education programs; directing and evaluating staff; budget projections; serving as member of the Center’s Management Team and contributing member of the Education Department Team; representing Heifer at education conferences. More detailed position description available upon request.

Requirements: BA and 10 years of experience or 14 years job related experience. Preference given to individuals with experience in exhibits-based informal and formal education, such as in a museum environment.

For further information, please visit www.heifer.org.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and résumé to Addie Jones at HeiferEdDirector@PhillipsOppeheim.com.

POSTED 07/25/2008
J3231. Informal Educational Specialist
The Space Telescope Science Institute

Join the team that operates and manages the Hubble Space Telescope and its successor, the James Webb Space Telescope. Experience the wonder of 21st century space exploration in a job that offers a competitive salary and generous benefits. The Space Telescope Science Institute is located on the Johns Hopkins Homewood campus in Baltimore, Maryland.

The Office of Public Outreach (OPO) is searching for an Informal Education Specialist to serve as a principal point of contact for the informal education community interested in utilizing OPO’s resources. Working as a member of the education team, the Specialist plans and carries out the creation and adaptation of educational products and services for the informal education community and their audiences.

Primary responsibilities include:
Work in collaboration with both the informal and formal education teams to plan, implement, and evaluate informal education products and programs.

In partnership with formal educators, develop and implement educational extensions to OPO’s ViewSpace self-updating astronomy display service for museums and planetariums. Such extensions can include educator guides, standards-based activities that are coordinated with ViewSpace content, and other novel ways to enhance the educational value and impact of ViewSpace.

Develop and implement educational exhibits and programs, along with educator guides and other supplemental materials and activities to accompany them.

Develop and implement professional development opportunities for educators, exhibit designers and program producers, enabling them to benefit from direct links to science expertise based at STScI.

Represent STScI at informal education conferences and within the NASA informal education infrastructure.

Requirements include:
BS or BA in Education, Science, Communication or a related field. The person must have a minimum of three to five years experience as a museum professional. In addition, experience in the formal education community is highly desirable.

Candidates are requested to apply on-line at www.stsci.edu/institute/employment and upload resume AND document describing your thoughts about how a research institution like STSci can benefit the informal education community. Applications received by September 15, 2008 will receive full consideration.

Committed to the benefits of diversity, we strongly encourage qualified women and minority candidates to apply. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.

POSTED 07/22/2008
J3229. Youth and Community Programs Manager
New Jersey Academy for Aquatic Sciences, Camden, NJ

The New Jersey Academy for Aquatic Sciences is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the understanding, appreciation and protection of aquatic life and habitats through research, education and youth development programs.

Position Summary
The Youth and Community Programs Manager (YCM) provides direct educational and mentoring services to the Academy's youth audience participating in the Community and Urban Science Enrichment (CAUSE) Program by designing and developing materials and implementing programs which enhance the youths' learning experiences and promote their developmental success. The ideal candidate will have experience developing fun, educational programs for youth and family audiences in informal settings as well as strong facilitation and mentoring skills.

Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits.

For a full job description, visit our website, www.njaas.org. Submit a cover letter and resume to: awenger@njaas.org by August 15, 2008.

POSTED 07/21/2008
J3228. Preserve Program Assistant - Education
LVVWD

At the Las Vegas Valley Water District (LVVWD), Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) and Springs Preserve, we pride ourselves in being a leader in the community.

The LVVWD provides water to more than one million people in Southern Nevada and is one of seven member agencies that make up the SNWA, an agency that addresses Southern Nevada’s unique water needs on a regional basis.

The Springs Preserve is a 180-acre family attraction, featuring museums, galleries and gardens that convey a message of sustainable living in a fun, hands-on way while celebrating the history of Las Vegas.

GENERAL PURPOSE: At the Springs Preserve, assist with the development and coordination of educational programs to meet the needs and interests of adults and students of various ages and educational backgrounds; assist with outreach activities; participate in promoting active educational partnerships; conduct educational programs and interpretive tours; gather and maintain information to track participation and assess results.

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in museum studies, cultural studies, education, environmental studies, communications or a closely related field and one year of paid or volunteer experience related to educational programs for a formal or informal educational institution, museum, cultural, or public attraction venue; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

The ideal candidate will possess curriculum development and presentation experience/skills within venues/organizations similar to the Springs Preserve.

Salary: $16.57 per hour, Excellent Benefits Hours of Work: 8am – 5pm, Tues-Sat Flexibility required for some evening, weekend, and holiday hours based on educational programming requirements. Filing Deadline: 8am, Friday, August 8, 2008

View the position description, minimum requirements & obtain application packet on-line at www.lvwaterjobs.com or apply in person at 1001 S Valley View Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89153. Phone: (702) 258-3933. Faxes and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the required application package. AA/EOE/MFD

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Exhibit/Curatorial Listings

Posted 7/31/2008
J3232. Director of Exhibitions
Bay Area Discovery Museum, Sausalito, CA

The Bay Area Discovery Museum seeks its next Director of Exhibitions. We serve children ages 6-months through eight-years and their families in a highly interactive, indoor/outdoor facility. Our mission is to develop the many facets of childhood creativity by emphasizing open-ended, child-directed, discovery-based play. We are the leading children’s museum dedicated to developing childhood creativity.

The Director of Exhibitions reports to the Executive Director, and oversees the design, creation, operation and maintenance of the Museum's permanent and changing exhibitions. Compensation to six figures, depending on skills/experience. For a full description and process for applying: exhibitions_search@badm.org.

Posted 7/24/2008
J3225. Traveling Exhibit Manager
Stepping Stones Museum for Children, Norwalk, CT

Award-winning children’s museum seeks self-directed, marketing/sales person to develop and manage the museum’s entry into the traveling exhibits market – outbound sales and inbound rentals. Role entails research, business planning/budgeting, marketing/sales, customer service and exhibit installation support. Ideal candidate has minimum of 3 – 5 years experience in a museum environment and management experience. Must be able to travel and lift up to 30 lbs. Full time with benefits. Please send resume with cover letter and salary range to jobs@steppingstonesmuseum.org or mail to Human Resources, 303 West Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06850. An affirmative action equal opportunity employer.

Posted 7/24/2008
J3230. Exhibit Developer, Project Manager
Liberty Science Center

Dedicated to inspiring imagination and creativity through adventures in interactive discovery, Liberty Science Center is the NJ-NY area's preeminent science and technology center. The science center is a private, not-for-profit institution.

The Exhibit Developer, Project Manager functions as the exhibit developer on exhibitions and teams for assigned projects or initiatives. As project manager, the position is responsible for overseeing and managing the exhibit development process.

For a full job description and to apply please log on to www.lsc.org.

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Management Listings

POSTED 08/19/2008
J3239. Director
Science Center of Iowa

The Science Center of Iowa opened its new $62 million, 110,000 square foot facility on May 14, 2005. With its new venue in Downtown Des Moines, the Center drew more than 250,000 visitors the first six months after opening and membership doubled. After 3 years of operations, the Center has reached another cycle in its organizational life wherein the start-up period has ended and the sustainable growth phase has begun.

We seek an innovative leader in science learning whose career demonstrates a life-long passion for education. Ideally, this person will be able to demonstrate a record of strategic program development that has resulted in institutional transformation. A high level of experience in building and sustaining partnerships and alliances with other community stakeholders is necessary including the ability to effectively convene and facilitate such stakeholders to action. An understanding of the strategies and opportunities that link informal and formal learning resources would be desirable. Finally, we seek a person who can demonstrate a keen understanding of and experience in developing sustainable financial and operating strategies in a nonprofit, business and/or public organization.

Interested parties are asked to send a letter of introduction and current resume to Kittleman & Associates at sci-ceo@kittleman.net or for more information go to www.kittleman.net/jobsDetail.php?_page=jobs&id=99

POSTED 08/15/2008
J3238. Director
Carnegie Science Center, Pittsurgh, PA

The Carnegie Science Center inspires learning and curiosity by connecting science and technology with everyday life. Located on 13.5 acres on Pittsburgh’s North Shore, the Center includes two facilities totaling approximately 374,500 sq. ft. which house theaters, exhibitions and education programs. The institution is embarking on a new long-range plan, which will transform the physical facility and engage audiences by providing new gateways to science.

This premier organization seeks a leader whose passion is science and building science literacy in communities. Exceptional management, interpersonal and communication skills required. Success in raising funds and in building partnerships highly desired. Experience in growing an organization is expected.

Nominations and applications for this position will be accepted through October 15, 2008. Please contact: Raylene Decatur, Principal, Kittleman & Associates, LLC, 299 Milwaukee Street, Suite 332, Denver, CO 80206; Phone: 303-370-7088; csc-d@kittleman.net.

Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

POSTED 07/16/2008
J3224. Executive Director
Tulsa Air and Space Museum

The Executive Director is responsible for managing the human and financial resources of the Museum in order to achieve the Museum’s mission and vision. The Executive Director is responsible and accountable for all aspects of the organization and implementing the policies set by the Board of Directors. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and is evaluated annually by the Chairman.

The Executive Director is expected to conceptualize new and appropriate development strategies and translate them into achievable plans; set and meet annual fund-raising goals; identify new prospects in foundation, corporate, and individual donor arenas; oversee development campaigns; direct donor recognitions and special events; design and implement annual and multi-year development plans; and, work effectively with the management team and Board members.

Interested applicants should contact Barbara Smallwood at bismallw@aol.com.

POSTED 07/03/2008
J3222. Executive Director
Catawba Science Center, Hickory, NC

The Catawba Science Center, Hickory, NC, is seeking a dynamic Executive Director to replace Mark Sinclair, who will retire in July, 2009.

The Executive Director will provide leadership for a professional staff of 21 full-time and 31 part-time, and manage an operating budget of $1.6 million. Major responsibilities include significant fundraising, Board, donor, and community relations, and long-range planning to further CSC’s mission.

Qualifications: Masters Degree in a relevant field, minimum of 5 years experience in senior management at a successful non-profit (preferably a museum), strong fundraising skills, and ability to communicate effectively.

The Catawba Science Center is a progressive 33-year-old institution located in the foothills of North Carolina, with 18,000 square feet of exhibits, including major aquaria and a 65 seat digital planetarium.

Salary and benefits commensurate with qualifications. CSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Send resume and cover letter to msinclair@catawbascience.org.

For additional details about CSC, visit www.catawbascience.org.

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Miscellaneous Listings

POSTED 08/07/2008
J3235. Various Positions
South Florida Science Museum

We are recruiting for these positions:

Planetarium Manager: Educational programming on/off site. Equipment & presentation experience needed (A/V, laserdisc players, Spitz, E.C.C.S., Starlab) & Bachelors degree required.

Exhibits Tech/Specialist: Maintain and build exhibits. Maintenance, carpentry, painting, handling of power tools and computers. Previous experience preferred & PC/Mac literate.

Head of Guest Services/M.O.D.: Visitor Services & MOD on weekends. Experienced Supervisory, Microsoft Office, Vista TicketMaster needed.

Applications are available to download-print from our website and can be sent with resumes via Email: BRiley@SFSM.org, fax: 561-833-1828 or mailed to: SFSM, Attn HR, 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach, FL 33405.

POSTED 08/04/2008
J3233. Project Manager
Association of Science-Technology Centers, Washington, DC

ASTC is looking for an ambitious professional with experience in managing multiple partnerships, who has an interest in climate change, and is able to serve as a Project Manager for a new grant-funded US wide program on this topic.

The Project Manager will assist the Director of International Relations in the oversight and coordination of this 3-year grant-funded program (Communicating Climate Change) aimed at implementing new strategies to communicate climate change to diverse audiences visiting science centers. This includes communication responsibilities for the ASTC International Action on Global Warming (IGLO) project.

Project Responsibilities:
1. Support and assist department director in implementation and daily management of the project including interaction with 17 collaborative partners-media institutions, science centers, Universities and other informal science education institutions.
2. Work with partners to identify goals and deliverables.
3. Create files and manage archives
4. Collect materials for publication and reporting.
5. Provide administrative and logistical support for external meetings and workshops; transcribe meeting minutes when needed.
6. Decipher and edit project C3 materials for distribution to the informal science education field and other relevant audiences.
7. Assist participants in use of ASTC online tools for forums and management.

IGLO/ Other Project Responsibilities:
1. Edit, produce, and disseminate IGLO e-newsletter via email.
2. Write, edit and post project related information on the web site (blog format).
3. Assist in writing department-related correspondence, articles, funding letters, etc.

Education and Experience:
1. Bachelor's degree plus at least two years project management experience
2. Proven time management and organizational skills, including ability to manage multiple projects
3. Familiarity with Informal Science Education (ISE) field and the National Science Foundation ISE Program
4. Excellent oral and written communication skills
5. Proven skills in web editing, posting, and blogging.
6. Ability and comfort level with communicating across institutions at all levels including executive level management.
7. Ability to work well with others, communicate and achieve goals.
8. Exercise initiative and anticipate needs.

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and salary range information to jobs@astc.org.

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