23-Mar-21 01:10 PM
URL: https://brucemuseum.org/site/about_us_detail/employment
Company / Organization: Bruce Museum
Pay Rate: $13-16/hour
Type: Full-time
City: Greenwich
State or Country if outside US: Connecticut
Application Deadline: 30-Apr-21
Duration: Mid-June - Early September 2021
Description:

Seaside Center Summer Naturalist Seasonal, full-time position. 13 weeks beginning mid-June through early September, 2021 35 hours per week, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (one-hour unpaid lunch break), Tuesday - Sunday, with flex day off. Must work weekends, July 4, and Labor Day Monday. There may be times, especially at the beginning and end of term, that fall outside the Tues. - Sun. schedule. Position and Responsibilities: The Naturalists for the Bruce Museum Seaside Center at Greenwich Point Park are responsible for the operation and care of the building and marine tanks, under the supervision of Museum staff and in cooperation with the Town of Greenwich. The Naturalists are responsible for the development, implementation, staffing and evaluation of educational programs at the Seaside Center, as well as supervision of interns, if applicable. In addition, while pandemic distancing measures are in effect, naturalists are responsible for digital Seaside Center content production, which may include written articles, social media postings, lesson plans, and educational videos. As pandemic conditions change, naturalists must work with the Seaside Center manager to flexibly adapt Seaside Center operations as necessary. The position requires a high degree of independence, managing the public and groups of all ages, working in a marine environment, being able to operate a vehicle, and dealing with facilities that are unequipped to accommodate the physically challenged. The position reports to Seaside Center Manager Kate Dzikiewicz, and other museum staff as appropriate, e.g. manager of School/ Community Partnerships, Volunteer Program Manager, Exhibitions Design, Curator of Science, Finance or Facilities Maintenance. Comp/flex-time, as approved by supervisor. Illustrative Examples of Work: • Oversees the operation of the Seaside Center as part of a two-person team. • Responsible for Seaside Center social media accounts. • Develops and publishes digital education programs, articles, and short videos. • Monitors budgets under supervision of Museum staff. • Keeps accurate records on Seaside Center program attendance. • Files weekly reports as well as a season-end report to the Seaside Center Manager with attendance figures, daily activities, building maintenance, etc. • Coordinates activities and building maintenance with the appropriate Town of Greenwich officials through appropriate Museum staff. • Schedules and organizes groups in coordination with the Bruce Museum Seaside Center Manager. • Develops and executes education programs for general visitors, group visits, and special public programs (i.e. nature walks, seining activities, workshops, crafts, etc.). • Maintains saltwater aquaria and responsible for the care and feeding of marine life. • Maintains daily cleanliness of Seaside Center facility. Required Knowledge, Skills and Traits: • Ability to work with children and adults of all ages. • Computer literate. • Teaching experience. • Knowledge of marine life and environmental science and ability to handle natural history collection objects in accordance with general museum practices. • Knowledge of informal and museum/naturalist education methods. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Familiarity with general office procedures. • Current driver's license. • US citizens only, local resident, a plus. Recommended Education and Experience: • Bachelor's degree in science, education, museum studies, or related field Compensation $13 - 16/hour, dependent on experience To apply: Please send cover letter and resume to: Kate Dzikiewicz, Seaside Center Manager, Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive, Greenwich, CT 06830, or kdzikiewicz@brucemuseum.org . No phone calls, please.

Point of Contact: Kate Dzikiewicz