(Temporary) Manager of Young Adult Programs at New Bedford Whaling Museum
Job Title: Manager of Young Adult Programs at New Bedford Whaling Museum
Job Status: Temporary Family Leave Hire
Location: New Bedford, MA
Salary: : $20.00 – $22.00
Description
Reporting to the Associate Director of Museum Learning (AD of ML) and working as an active member of the Museum Learning Team, the Manager of Young Adult Programs will lead all aspects the Museum’s High School Apprenticeship Program, an award-winning youth development program engaging New Bedford students in grades 10 -12. The mission of the Program is to provide resources and experiences that deepen community engagement, promote personal and professional development, and cultivate college and career readiness. This is a seven-month (30-week) temporary hire to fill a Family Leave vacancy. The position term will span June through December 2023. During that period, the candidate will work full-time, in an exempt position and have access to a robust benefits package. The pay is $20-22/hour depending on experience.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Execute the existing Apprenticeship Program curricula
- Collaborate with museum departments to meet Apprenticeship Program goals including executing student-led projects
- Coordinate student participation at museum events and activities
- Work with program partners to deliver relevant and useful skill-building workshop
- Aid in monitoring and evaluating all elements of the program and track student outcomes with AD of ML
- Maintain an alumni network
Student and Family Engagement
- Work with program partners to identify and support student and family needs
- Coordinate student, family and alumni events
Budget Tracking
- Submit expenses in a timely manner
- Stay within the guidelines of the program budget
Requirements
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• experience working in K-12 education, or youth development
• excellent oral and written communication skills
• excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• responsible and mature; able to manage young adults in a respectful but firm manner
• ability to collaborate respectfully and effectively with colleagues
• availability to represent the Museum at after-hours events
• embraces and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
• demonstrates strong understanding of and investment in cultural competency