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For rewarding work, join the Bay Area Discovery Museum (BADM) in its mission to transform research into early learning experiences that inspire creative problem solving. To realize our goal, we strive to embrace diversity and community involvement in our team across all departments. BADM is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE); bilingual and bicultural applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Browse open positions below.
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POSITION SUMMARY
Birthday Party Assistants are responsible for facilitating 1 to 8 on-site children’s birthday parties on Saturdays and/or Sundays. Birthday Party Assistants are the face of these parties and have direct interaction with anyone coming to a birthday party at the Bay Area Discovery Museum. This is a part-time, non-exempt, on-call weekend position with a starting salary of $15.00 per hour. Hours will vary from week to week.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Birthday party set-up and clean-up.
- Greeting host families and guests.
- Interacting with children, parents, and party guests in a child’s birthday party setting.
- Party facilitation, which includes but not limited to arts and crafts activities, face painting, playing games, leading treasure hunts, and directing other open-ended creative play activities with children.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with children ages 1 to 8 years old in a setting that required interacting and engaging children.
- A clear understanding of the Museum’s educational philosophy.
- Experience in a customer service role.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Dependability and flexibility.
- An outgoing, friendly, enthusiastic, and creative personality.
- The ability to follow a detailed party schedule daily.
- The ability to work both independently and as a part of a team.
- The ability to work with a variety of people from various backgrounds and cultures.
- Comfort working indoors and outdoors in all types of weather.
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should apply online here.
Applicants should be prepared to provide both a resume and cover letter. Please attach your cover letter in step 2 of the online application process when prompted to attach other documents.
NOTE TO CANDIDATE
Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses or credentials pertinent to the position.
ABOUT US
Our mission: To transform research into early learning experiences that inspire creative problem solving.
In our one-of-a-kind location at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge on 7.5 acres of National Park land, the Bay Area Discovery Museum facilitates child-directed, open-ended, inquiry-driven learning through hands-on exhibitions, rich activities and risk- friendly challenges designed to ignite creativity, as well as STEM skills and critical thinking.
Additionally, the Museum’s research and advisory division, the Center for Childhood Creativity (CCC), is working at a national scale to advance the research that informs our understanding of childhood creativity, advocate for its critical importance and inspire the next generation of innovators, thought leaders and problem-solvers.
WHAT WE OFFER
The Bay Area Discovery Museum offers a high-energy, results-oriented, creative and fun environment where all staff members contribute to creating an innovative environment that helps us achieve our mission. In addition to competitive salaries and benefits, we offer the knowledge that your skills impact over 300,000 Museum visitors each year onsite and many more in the community through the Museum’s Center for Childhood Creativity (CCC).
The Bay Area Discovery Museum is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Bay Area Discovery Museum (BADM) just announced an $18.5 mm campaign campaign to underwrite campus renovations and new exhibits designed by world-renowned architects at Olson Kundig.
Having raising $14.7 mm in support of our campaign, BADM is seeking a Development and Campaign Coordinator to help manage the public phase of our campaign. Additionally, this position will have opportunities to support the museum’s ongoing strategic fundraising initiatives (see more below), especially at the conclusion of the capital campaign. It is an exciting time to join BADM’s development team; our project will include 20,000 square feet of renovated space, 4 new STEM exhibits, an iconic new entry building, and new classroom spaces to accommodate our growing field trip program.
The museum provides children with the high-quality early learning experiences they need to be successful. Over the past 5 years, BADM has increased its annual fundraising revenues by 50%. The development team functions dynamically and cross departmentally with education, marketing, finance, and the CEO.
Reporting to the Director of Development, the Development and Campaign Coordinator is a key member of the development team and supports fundraising for key institutional priorities, including:
- the capital campaign;
- robust STEM education programs 1) onsite for more than 365,000 annual visitors; 2) offsite through our community programs (including the Try it Truck, BADM’s mobile engineering lab) in schools and libraries; 3) nationally through our research center; and
- access initiatives, including more than 91,000 annual free/reduced admissions and 15,000 scholarships for schoolchildren to ensure greater inclusivity for all children.
This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Director of Development.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure that active and effective cultivation and stewardship strategies are executed for all prospects.
- Serve as a primary liaison with volunteers, especially BADM’s Board of Trustees.
- Support campaign fundraising by preparing materials, including briefs, talking points, and print materials for Trustee volunteer and staff outreach, cultivation, and meetings with donors.
- Draft copy, prepare mailings, basic design, manage invitation lists and communicating with campaign volunteers and major donors.
- Write and manage fundraising proposals, including written solicitation, LOIs, and reports.
- Work cross-departmentally with marketing to design new and creative campaign fundraising approaches, including crowdfunding.
- Provide oversight and administration of campaign operations including timelines, reports, moves management, and prospect tracking.
- Develop and manage a small portfolio of public phase campaign donors.
- Participate in meetings with key external and internal stakeholders including trustees, campaign leadership, and museum leadership.
- Work closely with Director of Development, Associate Director of Individual Giving, and Donor Circles Manager to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and prospects to support the campaign, programming, and operating needs of the institution.
- Meet with donors and qualified prospects and work to advance and strengthen BADM’s relationships these individuals.
- Support the museum’s major fundraising events and cultivation/stewardship events.
- Ensure the highest quality donor stewardship. Respond quickly and effectively to donor requests; create and implement stewardship strategies.
- Work closely with Development Coordinator to ensure gift acknowledgment letters, prospect tracking, database accuracy, mailings, reports, and donor communications are accurate and timely.
- Track and prepare regular reports on the status and budgets for relevant gift categories.
QUALIFICATIONS
- BA/BS in related field, or 1 - 3 years experience working in the nonprofit or education sector.
- Commitment to the Bay Area Discovery Museum’s mission.
- Outstanding time management and analytical skills and the ability to manage multiple fundraising activities and initiatives at one time.
- Highly motivated, flexible, resourceful, well-organized and detail-oriented.
- Outstanding interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel and other relevant applications, as well as experience working within a moves management and/or development database (we currently are transitioning from Raiser’s Edge to Altru).
- Ability to work as a team member and also independently.
- Commitment to providing excellent internal and external customer service.
- Knowledge of Bay Area philanthropic community, especially in education field and/or cultural institutions is preferred.
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should apply online at:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=BADM
Please be prepared to provide both a resume and cover letter, which will be requested in two different steps of the application process.
NOTE TO CANDIDATE
Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses or credentials pertinent to the position.
ABOUT US
Our mission: To transform research into early learning experiences that inspire creative problem solving.
In our one-of-a-kind location at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge on 7.5 acres of National Park land, the Bay Area Discovery Museum (BADM) facilitates child-directed, open-ended, inquiry-driven learning through hands-on exhibitions, rich activities and risk- friendly challenges designed to ignite creativity, as well as STEM skills and critical thinking.
Additionally, BADM’s research and advisory division, the Center for Childhood Creativity (CCC), is working at a national scale to advance the research that informs our understanding of childhood creativity, advocate for its critical importance and inspire the next generation of innovators, thought leaders and problem-solvers.
WHAT WE OFFER
The Bay Area Discovery Museum offers a high-energy, results-oriented, creative and fun environment where all staff members contribute to creating an innovative environment that helps us achieve our mission. BADM provides 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance to all full-time employees, as well as generous paid time off starting at 4 weeks per year. In addition, we offer the knowledge that your skills impact over 300,000 museum visitors each year onsite and many more in the community through BADM’s Center for Childhood Creativity.
The Bay Area Discovery Museum is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Interim Human Resources Senior Manager is responsible for effectively managing all Human Resources functions at BADM, directly and through supervision of the Human Resources Coordinator. This includes, but is not limited to; recruiting, on-boarding and off-boarding, payroll processing, salary reviews, benefits administration, professional development, employee relations, performance management, record keeping, and compliance.
This is a full-time, temporary, exempt, and benefits eligible position, running from May 1, 2019 through September 30, 2019. The position will report to the CFO/VP of Operations and supervise the Human Resources Coordinator
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review and make recommendations to senior management for improvement of BADM's policies and procedures on personnel matters.
- Review and make necessary edits to ensure the Employee Handbook is accurate and up-to-date.
- Develop and maintain a human resource information system (HRIS) that meets the organization's personnel information needs; maintain electronic personnel files with required and necessary forms and information.
- Effectively utilize the HRIS system to generate and analyze ongoing and ad-hoc special reports pertaining to employee personnel information and data.
- Oversee bi-weekly payroll processing using ADP Workforce Now system; review and approve each payroll as prepared by Human Resources Coordinator.
- In partnership with BADM’s insurance broker, review annual benefits renewals and make recommendations for necessary changes; oversee annual Open Enrollment process.
- Serve as point of contact for all employee benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, life/LTD, FSA, 403(b), etc.
- Audit benefits invoices and reconcile benefits accounts to the G/L on a monthly basis.
- Monitor workers comp and unemployment claims and oversee annual workers comp audit.
- Coordinate employee hiring, transfers, leaves, departures and terminations.
- Consult with legal counsel as appropriate, or as directed by the CEO or CFO, on personnel matters.
- Work directly with department managers to assist them in carrying out their responsibilities with employee relations and other HR issues.
- Oversee the annual performance review process and ensure that reviews are written, delivered and filed within the allotted time frames.
- In partnership with senior leadership, evaluate, recommend and participate in staff development for the organization.
- Maintain knowledge of industry trends and federal, state and local employment legislation to ensure BADM's compliance.
- Maintain industry compensation benchmark and trends documentation, complete salary surveys as necessary; assist CFO in the annual review, preparation and administration of BADM's salary and benefits budget.
- Supervise Human Resources Coordinator
- Other related duties as required and assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 3 – 5 years HR generalist experience; non-profit experience preferred.
- Thorough understanding of California and Federal labor laws and regulations.
- Payroll processing experience required; knowledge of ADP software preferred.
- Microsoft Office knowledge including Word and Excel required.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to gather, analyze, and present information (both written and numerical) in a clear manner.
- A self-starter who can function with minimal direction.
- Ability to multi-task and adjust to changing priorities.
- Proven track record of working in a busy environment and an ability to get the job done with the available resources.
- Desire to work in a creative, energetic, and mission-driven environment.
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should apply online at:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=BADM
Please be prepared to provide both a resume and cover letter, which will be requested in two different steps of the application process.
NOTE TO CANDIDATE
Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses or credentials pertinent to the position.
ABOUT US
Our mission: To transform research into early learning experiences that inspire creative problem solving.
In our one-of-a-kind location at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge on 7.5 acres of National Park land, the Bay Area Discovery Museum (BADM) facilitates child-directed, open-ended, inquiry-driven learning through hands-on exhibitions, rich activities and risk- friendly challenges designed to ignite creativity, as well as STEM skills and critical thinking.
Additionally, BADM’s research and advisory division, the Center for Childhood Creativity (CCC), is working at a national scale to advance the research that informs our understanding of childhood creativity, advocate for its critical importance and inspire the next generation of innovators, thought leaders and problem-solvers.
WHAT WE OFFER
The Bay Area Discovery Museum offers a high-energy, results-oriented, creative and fun environment where all staff members contribute to creating an innovative environment that helps us achieve our mission. BADM provides 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance to all full-time employees, as well as generous paid time off starting at 4 weeks per year. In addition, we offer the knowledge that your skills impact over 300,000 museum visitors each year onsite and many more in the community through BADM’s Center for Childhood Creativity.
The Bay Area Discovery Museum is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.
Museum Educator
Museum Educators are motivated, outgoing, and creative individuals, who, through teaching and customer service skills, provide an exceptional visitor experience to all children and caregivers. Educators use play, experimentation, and developmentally appropriate facilitation practices to enhance the museum experience, all while learning skills and best practices to succeed in the education, museum, and informal education space.
Museum educators will spend their time facilitating programming and staffing exhibit spaces, welcoming and orienting visitors, and supporting educational initiatives as needed. Permanent part-time positions are available immediately. Seasonal part-time and full-time positions are available beginning in late May.
Starting pay for Museum Educators is $15.00 per hour. Seasonal positions are not eligible for employee benefits.
Museum Educators are:
- Educators honestly and authentically care about the children, caregivers, and families that visit the museum. From first time visitors to regular members, every visitor’s experience is important.
- Creative Problem Solvers. Educators love to make things, and they love to experiment with new and novel tools and techniques. Educators approach every challenge with vigor and take pride in solving problems.
- Museum Educators are a group of roughly 15 individuals from different backgrounds, with diverse levels of education and myriad interests.
- Educators love to learn. They are lifelong learners, and take every opportunity to grow from interactions with each other, with other museum staff, and with museum visitors.
The ideal candidate is:
- Interested in working with children and their caregivers. You are enthusiastic about the museum’s target audience of children aged 0-10 and their caregivers.
- You enjoy people and conversation.
- Creative thinking, exploration, experimentation, and play are part of your personality and are part of what you are looking for in your next job.
- You welcome everyone to your space with a smile.
- You seek out new challenges and think of new and exciting ways to engage visitors of all ages.
- Curious about working in museums or STEM education. You are looking for an entry level position that offers training and experience in the education and/or museum field.
- You are open-minded and excited by change, because every day is different at the Bay Area Discovery Museum. You are available to work at least one day each weekend.
The Bay Area Discovery Museum values:
- Creative problem solving. We believe in the importance of flexibility, persistence, hard work, and thoughtful, intentional effort in tackling challenges and finding solutions.
- We feel working with others is critical for success, seek a diversity of perspectives and ideas, and strive to be inclusive and transparent in our work.
- Respect and integrity. We believe in being collegial, being friendly and supportive, being authentic in our relationships, and being true to your word.
- Learning and reflection for continuous improvement. It is important to evaluate our efforts so we may improve upon our work, seek out evidence in support of our decisions, and take calculated risks that help us achieve our objectives.
- Drive towards results. We value taking initiative, getting work done, delivering results, and following through on commitments.
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should apply online at:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=BADM
Please be prepared to provide both a resume and cover letter, which will be requested in two different steps of the application process.
NOTE TO CANDIDATE
Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses or credentials pertinent to the position.
ABOUT US
Our mission: To transform research into early learning experiences that inspire creative problem solving.
In our one-of-a-kind location at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge on 7.5 acres of National Park land, the Bay Area Discovery Museum facilitates child-directed, open-ended, inquiry-driven learning through hands-on exhibitions, rich activities and risk- friendly challenges designed to ignite creativity, as well as STEM skills and critical thinking.
Additionally, the Museum’s research and advisory division, the Center for Childhood Creativity (CCC), is working at a national scale to advance the research that informs our understanding of childhood creativity, advocate for its critical importance and inspire the next generation of innovators, thought leaders and problem-solvers.
WHAT WE OFFER
The Bay Area Discovery Museum offers a high-energy, results-oriented, creative and fun environment where all staff members contribute to creating an innovative environment that helps us achieve our mission. BADM provides 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance to all full-time employees, as well as generous paid time off starting at 4 weeks per year. In addition, we offer the knowledge that your skills impact over 300,000 Museum visitors each year onsite and many more in the community through the Museum’s Center for Childhood Creativity.
The Bay Area Discovery Museum is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.
POSITION SUMMARY
On-Call Educators report to the Museum Experience Manager and are primarily responsible for supporting the Education and Development teams with programming during special event days and/or camps. This may include work with festivals, performances, development events, camps and other public program offerings. The On-Call Educator is a part-time position with work available as needed throughout the year. The pay range for this position is $20-$25/hour, dependent on experience.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Facilitate drop-in programs on special event days in conjunction with Public Programs staff.
- Work with the Education team and Development team to facilitate or support a variety museum programming and classes.
- Work in customer service roles which may include greeting visitors entering the Museum, handing out informational materials, monitoring performances and attendance numbers, and other related tasks.
- Provide excellent customer service while maintaining a safe, friendly, and orderly environment.
- Other duties and programmatic support as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in education, arts education, early childhood education, museum studies, or relevant field preferred.
- At least two years of experience working with children ages 0-8 years.
- Understanding of early childhood development, pedagogy, and developmentally appropriate practice is preferred.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and troubleshoot in a fast paced work environment.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent problem solving skills, dependability, flexibility, and an outgoing and friendly personality.
- Ability to work with a variety of people from various backgrounds and cultures.
- Comfort speaking in front of large and small groups.
- Comfort working indoors and outdoors in all types of weather.
- Ability to perform physical activities such as bending, kneeling, walking and picking up items for 2-3 hours at a time. Ability to stand for up to 8 hours and carry up to 30 lbs. short distances.
- A reliable source of transportation is required.
- Ability to speak Spanish or Cantonese is preferred.
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should apply online at: https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=BADM
Applicants should be prepared to provide both a resume and cover letter. Please attach your cover letter in step 2 of the online application process when prompted to attach other documents.
NOTE TO CANDIDATE
Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses or credentials pertinent to the position.
ABOUT US
Our mission: To transform research into early learning experiences that inspire creative problem solving.
In our one-of-a-kind location at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge on 7.5 acres of National Park land, the Bay Area Discovery Museum facilitates child-directed, open-ended, inquiry-driven learning through hands-on exhibitions, rich activities and risk- friendly challenges designed to ignite creativity, as well as STEM skills and critical thinking.
Additionally, the Museum’s research and advisory division, the Center for Childhood Creativity (CCC), is working at a national scale to advance the research that informs our understanding of childhood creativity, advocate for its critical importance and inspire the next generation of innovators, thought leaders and problem-solvers.
WHAT WE OFFER
The Bay Area Discovery Museum offers a high-energy, results-oriented, creative and fun environment where all staff members contribute to creating an innovative environment that helps us achieve our mission. BADM provides 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance to all full-time employees, as well as generous paid time off starting at 4 weeks per year. In addition, we offer the knowledge that your skills impact over 300,000 Museum visitors each year onsite and many more in the community through the Museum’s Center for Childhood Creativity.
The Bay Area Discovery Museum is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Discovery School is a Reggio-inspired preschool housed at the Bay Area Discovery Museum (BADM). Our program is the only museum-based preschool in California, and we draw upon the BADM’s 25 years of child-directed, open-ended, inquiry-driven learning, as well as best practices in creativity development from BADM’s research division, the Center for Childhood Creativity. We are fortunate to offer a low student to teacher ratio and an incredibly engaged parent community. BADM also provides an unmatched location, on 7.5 acres of National Park land at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge and with immediate access to the beach, coastal habitats, historic batteries and hiking trails.
We are currently seeking experienced educators to serve as Preschool Teachers. Ideal candidates will have deep commitment to and passion for research-backed teaching practice, expertise in child development, love and respect for young children and their enormous capabilities, and interest in serving in an entrepreneurial and evolving school community.
Preschool Teachers will provide daily care and supervision of children enrolled in the Discovery School program, work directly with families, and collaborate with the school leadership. The teaching calendar runs from mid-August to early June, with school starting after Labor Day and ending around Memorial Day. Separate employment opportunities exist assisting BADM camp programming when Discovery School is not in session (during Winter, February, Spring, and Summer breaks).
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work with children in the classroom daily, including in planning and preparing activities, curriculum development aligned to clear outcomes, documentation of emergent learning, transitions and circle time.
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children enrolled in the program at all times.
- In collaboration with other teachers, refine school programs and curriculum in line with Department of Education goals and outcomes.
- Work with the Center for Childhood Creativity (CCC) to serve as the ECE lab school for the Bay Area Discovery Museum. Provide assistance to the research teams that work with The Discovery School students; use the CCC research to inform planning and preparation of the curriculum.
- Actively build relationships with individual parents to support their child’s development and learning and to meaningfully engage all families in the school and museum communities.
- Write weekly reflections of school experiences to serve as email communication with families. This involves utilizing a composition program such as Pages or Publisher.
- Work collaboratively to collect, display and disseminate documentation of children’s work. This includes regularly taking careful observational notes and intentional photos; conference with families verbally and in written form on the development of their child, which includes goal setting for children’s individual development.
- Compile and present a slide slow showcasing classroom highlights and endeavors.
- Ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of classroom and supplies daily.
- Prepare and organize supplies, including snack.
- Assist and support other BADM programming as needed, including during fundraisers, festivals, Goblin Jamboree, and other programs as needed.
- Lead communication and work collaboratively with all other museum departments as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- BA or BS required, MA preferred; Degree in education, early childhood education, child development or relevant field strongly preferred
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a preschool teacher required, 7+ years preferred
- Minimum of 9 completed ECE units required, 12+ preferred. Individuals with less than 12 ECE units must be enrolled or willing to enroll in up to 3 additional ECE units to reach 12 total.
- Expertise designing curricula that is emergent, inquiry/ project-based, collaborative, and child-centered
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills required
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and troubleshoot in a fast pace work environment a must
- Must be trained or commit to being trained in First Aid, CPR and AED for adult, infant and child
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to use computer equipment required (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point)
- Must work well with a variety of people from various backgrounds and cultures
- Knowledge of child development , developmentally appropriate practices and project based learning
- Flexible, good-humored, team player
- Ability to move from place to place, work outdoors, bend and lift and carry up to 35 pounds short distances
- LiveScan and criminal record clearance through DOJ Child Abuse Index
- Proof of absence of tuberculosis (TB) required before starting employment
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should apply online at: https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=BADM
Applicants should be prepared to provide both a resume and cover letter. Please attach your cover letter in step 2 of the online application process when prompted to attach other documents.
NOTE TO CANDIDATE
Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses or credentials pertinent to the position.
ABOUT US
Our mission: To transform research into early learning experiences that inspire creative problem solving.
In our one-of-a-kind location at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge on 7.5 acres of National Park land, the Bay Area Discovery Museum (BADM) facilitates child-directed, open-ended, inquiry-driven learning through hands-on exhibitions, rich activities and risk- friendly challenges designed to ignite creativity, as well as STEM skills and critical thinking.
Additionally, BADM’s research and advisory division, the Center for Childhood Creativity (CCC), is working at a national scale to advance the research that informs our understanding of childhood creativity, advocate for its critical importance and inspire the next generation of innovators, thought leaders and problem-solvers.
WHAT WE OFFER
The Bay Area Discovery Museum offers a high-energy, results-oriented, creative and fun environment where all staff members contribute to creating an innovative environment that helps us achieve our mission. BADM provides 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance to all full-time employees, as well as generous paid time off starting at 4 weeks per year. In addition, we offer the knowledge that your skills impact over 300,000 museum visitors each year onsite and many more in the community through BADM’s Center for Childhood Creativity.
The Bay Area Discovery Museum is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Bay Area Discovery Museum seeks an enthusiastic, motivated, and outgoing Front Desk Assistant to welcome our guests and assist with their entry into the Museum. If you have customer service experience -- such as in a retail, restaurant, or museum setting -- and believe in our mission to inspire creative problem solving for all children, then we invite you to apply!
Front Desk Assistants are the museum’s first point of contact with visitors and are a crucial part of onsite visitor experience. As the face of BADM, Front Desk Assistants are responsible for greeting customers, ringing admission sales, promoting museum memberships, and sharing information about programs - all while maintaining BADM’s high customer service standards. This position will also have the opportunity to aid administrative and special event projects across departments of the museum.
This is a seasonal, part-time non-exempt position from Sunday, May 19th, 2019 through Sunday, September 8th, 2019. Weekly schedule will be Sunday and Monday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The hourly rate for Seasonal Front Desk Assistant is $15.00 per hour.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Uphold BADM’s customer service standards; greet and engage all visitors (including members, guests, and groups) with a friendly, helpful tone.
- Maintain a friendly and professional demeanor and resolve guest issues calmly while working in a hectic and vibrant environment; report areas of ongoing concern to Assistant Manager of Membership and Admission.
- Perform cashier duties and Front Desk opening and closing procedures while ensuring the proper handling of cash and sales receipts.
- Promote and sell Museum memberships and programs.
- Answer visitor and member inquiries via telephone.
- Maintain clean and tidy Front Desk, including guest queues, ticketing areas, and related spaces, to provide a safe and inviting atmosphere in the entry area.
- Manage organization of lost and found items.
- Assist with administrative tasks including, but not limited to inputting daily membership sales, fulfilling memberships, and restocking supplies and merchandise.
- Participate in procedures to respond to emergencies.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; positive, energetic, and friendly demeanor
- A minimum of 1 year visitor services experience required, preferably in a fast-paced, customer facing environment.
- Proficient experience with cash handling and point of sale or ticketing systems preferred, experience with Altru a plus.
- Desire to work independently, collaboratively as part of a team, and cooperatively with other museum departments to ensure an integrated guest experience.
- Reliability and a self-starter attitude; initiative to seek out work during slow business times.
- Capable of maintaining focus and positive, professional demeanor while serving large numbers of visitors.
- Basic computer literacy, experience with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
- Ability to positively accept direction and complete tasks with attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.
- English proficiency required; bilingual skills an asset (Spanish or Cantonese preferred).
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should apply online at:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=BADM
Please be prepared to provide both a resume and cover letter, which will be requested in two different steps of the application process.
NOTE TO CANDIDATE
Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses or credentials pertinent to the position.
ABOUT US
Our mission: To transform research into early learning experiences that inspire creative problem solving.
In our one-of-a-kind location at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge on 7.5 acres of National Park land, the Bay Area Discovery Museum (BADM) facilitates child-directed, open-ended, inquiry-driven learning through hands-on exhibitions, rich activities and risk- friendly challenges designed to ignite creativity, as well as STEM skills and critical thinking.
Additionally, BADM’s research and advisory division, the Center for Childhood Creativity (CCC), is working at a national scale to advance the research that informs our understanding of childhood creativity, advocate for its critical importance and inspire the next generation of innovators, thought leaders and problem-solvers.
WHAT WE OFFER
The Bay Area Discovery Museum offers a high-energy, results-oriented, creative and fun environment where all staff members contribute to creating an innovative environment that helps us achieve our mission. BADM provides 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance to all full-time employees, as well as generous paid time off starting at 4 weeks per year. In addition, we offer the knowledge that your skills impact over 300,000 museum visitors each year onsite and many more in the community through BADM’s Center for Childhood Creativity.
The Bay Area Discovery Museum is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.
POSITION SUMMARY
In 2016, BADM opened the world’s first early childhood Fab Lab, a makerspace for children ages 0-10 to explore STEM and creativity through the use of both high and low tech tools. The STEM Coordinator plays an essential role, working collaboratively with the Makerspace Manager to develop innovative programming and facilitate novel learning experiences that captivate a child audience who may be stepping into a makerspace and handling tools for the very first time. The position requires a highly motivated and outgoing attitude, and excellent interpersonal and customer service skills in order to provide exceptional experiences to all of our visitors.
The Bay Area Discovery Museum offers a high-energy, results-oriented, creative and fun workspace where all staff members contribute to creating an innovative environment that helps us achieve our mission. BADM provides 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance to all full-time employees, as well as generous paid time off starting at 4 weeks per year. In addition, we offer the knowledge that your skills impact over 300,000 museum visitors each year onsite and many more in the community through BADM’s Center for Childhood Creativity.
The STEM Coordinator is responsible for coordinating in all aspects of the daily operation and use of the Fab Lab, including ordering, prep, organizing, booking, staffing and running the Fab Lab equipment. The coordinator in this position will facilitate programming, including for the public, camps, classes, birthday parties, private events, and school groups. Programming will include work with BADM’s mobile engineering lab, the Try-it-Truck or other off-site engineering-related programs. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a work schedule of Tuesday through Saturday. The hourly rate for this position is $18.50 per hour.
The Bay Area Discovery Museum is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Curriculum and Program Development
- Coordinates with different departments creating, documenting and recording a curriculum suitable for the age ranges of each program.
- Creates projects using various design software including Illustrator, Photoshop, and 3D CAD software, and supports children’s use of these programs
- Creates signage, instructions, and visual communication for each program.
Program Facilitation
- Facilitates Fab Lab programming for visitors, members, school groups, camps and donors.
- Interacts with and explains digital fabrication processes to visitors while working on projects in the space.
- Operates machines during events and programming as needed.
- Leads the setup and clean-up of class sessions and maintains general cleanliness and organization of the space.
Administrative Support
- Organizes supplies for programming and production. Maintains and monitors an inventory of these supplies. Orders supplies as directed by the Program Manager, Fab Lab.
- Produces a weekly and monthly staffing schedule for the Fab Lab, and in coordination with the Program Manager, Fab Lab, identifies potential pinch points early and offers creative solutions to staffing challenges.
- Acts as the point person in organizing Fab Lab classes, events and collaborative projects with other departments while managing and maintaining the Fab Lab portion of the Public Programs calendar.
- Tracks and manages project orders (communicating pertinent information with requester as needed) and fulfills orders as directed by the Program Manager, Fab Lab.
- Tracks Fab Lab class registration, communicates with attendees as needed, and notifies all pertinent individuals when classes need to be cancelled.
- Leads data collection and analysis, and tracks pertinent KPIs for the space, including but not limited to: number of visitors, demographics, return visitors to camp & parties, etc. as directed by the Program Manager, Fab Lab.
- Maintains standards for inter-departmental communication and customer service policies.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Educational experience working with children ages 0-10 years required.
- Curriculum design experience strongly preferred.
- High quality administrative experience strongly preferred
- Detail oriented, punctual, and dependable
- Experience working with design software including but not limited to Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and some 3d CAD preferred
- Working knowledge of fabrication equipment such as a laser cutter, vinyl cutter, 3d printer, and CNC machine preferred.
- Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills and excellent customer service skills required.
- Ability to take initiative, work, and troubleshoot in a fast paced work environment.
- Ability to learn new technology quickly required.
- Bilingual in Spanish or Cantonese preferred.
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should apply online at:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=BADM
Please be prepared to provide both a resume and cover letter, which will be requested in two different steps of the application process.
NOTE TO CANDIDATE
Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses or credentials pertinent to the position.
ABOUT US
Our mission: To transform research into early learning experiences that inspire creative problem solving.
In our one-of-a-kind location at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge on 7.5 acres of National Park land, the Bay Area Discovery Museum (BADM) facilitates child-directed, open-ended, inquiry-driven learning through hands-on exhibitions, rich activities and risk- friendly challenges designed to ignite creativity, as well as STEM skills and critical thinking.
Additionally, BADM’s research and advisory division, the Center for Childhood Creativity (CCC), is working at a national scale to advance the research that informs our understanding of childhood creativity, advocate for its critical importance and inspire the next generation of innovators, thought leaders and problem-solvers.
POSITION SUMMARY
Our summer camp programs emphasize participatory, interactive learning for children 3-14 years of age (preschool-9th grade). Camp program topics include survival scouts, mystery solvers, under the sea, outdoor explorers, carpentry, digital fabrication and more! Campers have fun exploring our creative themes and solving unique challenges which spark their curiosity and foster discovery of new ideas and concepts in a hands-on way. Summer Camp Counselors are vital players in creating and developing this enriched experience for our campers, which is where you come in!
The Bay Area Discovery Museum is located within the iconic Marin Headlands, managed by the National Park Service. While working as a Summer Camp Counselor, you will be surrounded by remarkable hiking trails, Horseshoe Cove beach and the Fort Baker waterfront. You will also have access to BADM’s two Art Studios, Fab Lab space, various outdoor exploration areas, and rotating early childhood education exhibitions. You’ll dive into our unique programming and polished education rationale, walking away with practical educator knowledge and experience. Our Camps leadership staff is comprised of professionals from both formal and informal education backgrounds, providing ample professional learning opportunities such as finding your educator voice, learning to lead, fostering inclusivity, managing a classroom, and facilitating intentional learning experiences.
Summer Camps run Monday through Friday from June 3rd to August 23rd, 2019. Participation in a two-day training program on Thursday and Friday, May 30th and 31st is highly encouraged. Daily hours are from 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. All summer camp positions are seasonal, part-time, non-exempt, and non-benefits eligible. Hourly pay is between $12.00/hour to $14.00/hour, based on experience.
COUNSELOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Care for, supervise, and ensure the safety of campers during the camp day
- Maintain a fun, positive, and friendly demeanor
- Care for museum supplies, equipment and facilities
- Clean and organize classrooms
- Other duties as required by the Camps and Enrichment Classes Program Manager
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Interest working in an informal education, summer camp, or early childhood education setting
- Customer service experience
- Interest designing, planning, or leading activities for young children
- Mature and hard-working attitude
- Ability to take direction and remain flexible
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- Ability to take initiative and work independently
- Must be available for at least 8 full weeks (Monday-Friday) between June 3rd - August 23rd, 2019
The Bay Area Discovery Museum is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.
TO APPLY
To view more information on each available position and apply for employment, please visit:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=BADM
Applicants should be prepared to provide both a resume and cover letter. Please attach your cover letter in step 2 of the online application process when prompted to attach other documents.
NOTE TO CANDIDATE
Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses or credentials pertinent to the position.
ABOUT US
Our mission: To transform research into early learning experiences that inspire creative problem solving.
In our one-of-a-kind location at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge on 7.5 acres of National Park land, the Bay Area Discovery Museum facilitates child-directed, open-ended, inquiry-driven learning through hands-on exhibitions, rich activities and risk- friendly challenges designed to ignite creativity, as well as STEM skills and critical thinking.
Additionally, BADM’s research and advisory division, the Center for Childhood Creativity (CCC), is working at a national scale to advance the research that informs our understanding of childhood creativity, advocate for its critical importance and inspire the next generation of innovators, thought leaders and problem-solvers.
POSITION SUMMARY
The School and Community Partnerships Intern primarily serves as a facilitator for the Bay Area Discovery Museum’s education programs, which integrate current research, best practices, and BADM’s educational philosophy. This primarily consists of supporting off-site programming for Pre-K to 5th grade students. In addition to facilitation, the School and Community Partnerships Intern may support other aspects of programming including program preparation, data entry, and other duties as assigned.
The School and Community Partnerships Intern is a part-time, unpaid internship position running from May - August. The work schedule will range from 15 to 32 hours weekly. Interns may be eligible for school credit or teaching hours as approved by their college or university.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Facilitation
- Set-up and clean-up both on and off-site programming
- Support facilitation of indoor and outdoor programming
- Communicate with teachers, students and chaperones during programming
- Reflect with the team on facilitation and programming
- Participate in team meetings to support program improvement
Administrative Duties
- Enter evaluative data into data management system
- Support program preparation
QUALIFICATIONS
- Enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program preferred (including students preparing to enter a graduate program).
- Interest in early childhood development, pedagogy, and developmentally appropriate practice required.
- Experience with children ages 3-10 years strongly preferred.
- Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Spanish or Cantonese language skills preferred.
- Must possess valid driver’s license, pass motor vehicle record check, and have reliable access to a car; local travel is required.
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should submit their resume online at: https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=BADM
NOTE TO CANDIDATE
Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of a background/criminal check, if extended an offer for an internship position. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses or credentials pertinent to the position.
ABOUT US
Our mission: To transform research into early learning experiences that inspire creative problem solving.
In our one-of-a-kind location at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge on 7.5 acres of National Park land, the Bay Area Discovery Museum (BADM) facilitates child-directed, open-ended, inquiry-driven learning through hands-on exhibitions, rich activities and risk-friendly challenges designed to ignite creativity, as well as STEM skills and critical thinking.
Additionally, BADM’s research and advisory division, the Center for Childhood Creativity (CCC), is working at a national scale to advance the research that informs our understanding of childhood creativity, advocate for its critical importance and inspire the next generation of innovators, thought leaders and problem-solvers.
WHAT WE OFFER
The Bay Area Discovery Museum offers a high-energy, results-oriented, creative and fun environment where all staff members and volunteers contribute to creating an innovative environment that helps us achieve our mission. We offer the knowledge that your skills impact over 300,000 visitors each year onsite and many more in the community through BADM’s Center for Childhood Creativity.
The Bay Area Discovery Museum is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Graphic Design Intern reports to the Graphic Designer and will have the opportunity to learn about Bay Area Discovery Museum’s in-house design process from concept to creation. All BADM items are designed on-site including event and marketing material, newsletters, mailings, signage, invitations, and more. The Graphic Design Intern would ideally commit to between 8-16 hours per week for the duration of the summer depending on his/her current work or school schedule. This is an unpaid internship position and the intern must receive college credit for their time at BADM.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
The Graphic Design Intern will collaborate with the Marketing team to understand the importance of brand identity standards and how to maintain the consistency of established standards while pushing to interpret them in inventive and meaningful new ways. This intern will be involved with designing and making edits to digital ads, postcards, posters, on-site signage, and more. Further responsibilities include taking on-site photographs and editing in Photoshop, as well as organizing and tagging photos.
QUALIFICATIONS
- College Junior, Senior or recent graduate majoring in Graphic Design
- Photoshop expert: deep knowledge and skills
- Significant experience with Adobe Creative Suite products InDesign and Illustrator
- Some experience with Word, PowerPoint, After Effects and digital photography is a bonus
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should submit their resume online at: https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=BADM
*Please have a portfolio available upon request.
NOTE TO CANDIDATE
Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of a background/criminal check, if extended an offer for an internship position. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses or credentials pertinent to the position.
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