Experience Specialist at the Berkshire Museum
Position Summary:
The Experience Specialist is responsible for implementation and maintenance of public programs. Programming includes classes, camps, presentations, performances, film screenings, gallery programming, after-school clubs, and other educator-led programs. The Experience Specialist will support, develop, and deliver programming/curriculum consistent with the mission, vision, equity efforts, and interpretive goals of the museum and that meets state and national standards.
Primary Functions and Major Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Experience Manager the Experience Specialist will interact with the Experience, Engagement, and Operations teams and with audiences of all ages to perform the following duties:
Duties include:
- Family public programs: Present public programs attended by museum visitors of all ages, including floor programming in museum galleries
- Adult public programs: Coordinate logistics and support day-of operations for events for adults
- Summer and vacation camps: Instruction and support of camps and after-school clubs
- Collaborate with Experience Manager in creation, development, evaluation, and maintenance of public programs and in the activation of new Mobile Museum Units (MoMUs)
- Maintain the museum’s lab and studio, including organization and preparation of supplies and tidying up following programs
- Process registration for after-school programs, camps, and events. Conduct additional administrative tasks
Qualifications:
- 1-2 years of experience as an educator (formal or informal) and/or in implementing programming for a public audience. Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in education, art or art history, museum studies, humanities, archeology, or STEM can substitute for experience.
- Excellent public speaking and writing skills are a must
- Efficient problem solving, adaptability, sense of humor, and enthusiasm for engaging with the public
- Proficient computer skills including strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and the use of contemporary technology in an educational/museum setting
- Must be able to work and type at a desk and lift up to 30 lbs
- Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed including weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings. This position’s current work week is Tuesday to Saturday.
- Early childhood education experience or knowledge preferred
Compensation:
This is an entry-level position with a robust health and benefits package.
To Apply:
Candidates should submit a letter of interest and a resume via email with Subject: Experience Specialist to erome@berkshiremuseum.org. The position is open until filled.