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Education Curator
URL: http://whalemuseum.org
Company / Organization: The Whale Museum
Pay Rate: Salaried
Type: Full-time
City: Friday Harbor
State or Country if outside US: WA
Application Deadline: 01-Jul-16
Duration: year-round
Description:
The Education Curator's responsibilities include but are not limited to: • conduct education programs, guided tours, other educational programs, and special events as needed • development and implementation of programs, events and activities that address the Museum's mission to education and build stewardship within the community as well as with visitors • management and evaluation of the education programs and associated volunteers • help coordinate volunteer recruitment, database management, and scheduling • The Education Curator works closely with the E.D., staff and/or contracted consultants to plan, budget and implement educational programs and outreach projects/events associated with their areas of responsibility.
Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree required (Master's preferred), plus a minimum of 3 years of experience in a related field (natural history museum, science center or similar educational institution). • Strong knowledge of marine ecosystems and marine mammal biology and natural history, specifically the Southern Resident orcas and the Salish Sea. • Strong verbal and written communication skills necessary for department planning and grant writing, as well as conducting educational programs and tours as needed.
Point of Contact: Jenny Atkinson
Attachment: download