Assistant Manager of School and Plains Programs

DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS INC • Aurora, CO

51d • Onsite

About The Position

This position manages and supports a variety of school and camp programs, including but not limited to school field trip visits, school-aged camps, programs visiting schools, online lessons, overnights, education classes, shared programming, special events, and other educational experiences at Plains Conservation Center and other sites. The Assistant Manager supervises assigned instructing staff and volunteers, leading them to deliver interactive, hands-on, plant-based curriculum for PreK-12th grade students. Additionally, the Assistant Manager develops and revises programs, coordinates program logistics, manages resources, keeps accurate records, communicates with instructors and participants, and supports the Gardens’ efforts. The Assistant Manager has a key role in maintaining clear communication between sites and with City of Aurora staff.

Requirements

• Must be able to maintain accurate records, files, and schedules.
• Must be able to effectively prioritize, supervise, and collaborate with other Gardens staff.
• Must have proven excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills in dealing with the public.
• Must currently possess, or be able to obtain, a valid Colorado State driver’s license, plus an acceptable driving record. Reliable access to a dependable, insured, and the privately-owned vehicle is necessary.
• Must currently qualify, or be able to qualify, as a childcare lead teacher, including CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Must have demonstrated knowledge, skill and ability in relevant programming and management.
• Must have proven excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills in dealing with the public.
• Ability to maintain stability under pressure and able to deal well with stressful situations.
• Ability to be flexible and willing to modify plans when necessary, throughout the day.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite products, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook and Teams.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.
• Must be a positive representative of the Gardens both internally and externally at all times.
• Must work with respect and cooperation at all times with fellow employees and the public.
• Must be committed to working safely at all times.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or combination of education and equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in teaching school aged children is required.
• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience required.
• Position requires a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience leading a program site, satellite location, or similar efforts.
• More extensive teaching or supervisory experience is preferred, including previous experience in formal community or higher education, school settings, outdoor education, or informal education at gardens or museums.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and delivers assigned programs, including but not limited to onsite guided tours, school field trips, camps, events, classes, and offsite outreach.
• Manages schedules, records, and communicates programs, facilities, instructors, resources, contract requirements, registrations and other data.
• Coordinates logistics of and prepares for assigned programs, including but not limited to staffing, materials, equipment, records, and adherence to guidelines.
• Leads programs at Denver Botanic Gardens locations for groups of school-age students.
• Provides program introduction to groups of elementary-age students, teachers, and parent chaperones.
• Teaches online or virtual programs to school-age students.
• Teaches Cultivation Cruiser programs to groups of PreK-12th grade students at area schools and other locations.
• Ensures relevant records for instructing staff are up to date, including but not limited to training and adherence to health and safety guidelines.
• Maintains accurate and timely communication with staff at other Gardens’ sites. Ensures supervisors have up-to-date knowledge about all relevant matters.
• Leads children in hands-on, interactive activities during programming.
• Supervises children during lunchtimes or play times.
• Maintains a safe environment for participants and addresses first aid issues.
• Coordinates and supervises volunteers as part of the Education team, including regular information-sharing and communication. Implements volunteer training sessions specific to assigned programming.
• Maintains files, keeps records, and prepares reports as needed.
• Delivers presentations, trainings and programs as needed.
• Researches and resolves disputes and problems within established guidelines.
• Analyzes and communicates the effects or results of programs, efforts and initiatives to further departmental and institutional goals.
• Works with all departments to assure the highest quality experience for all Denver Botanic Gardens visitors.
• Works in cooperation with Plains Conservation Center stakeholders such as the City of Aurora staff to ensure program success. Follows established partnership protocols.
• Maintains satisfactory working relationships with managers, co-workers and others.
• Maintains a positive, helpful and solution-oriented demeanor when responding to or serving members and visitors.
• Regular attendance at the worksite may be required. As with all positions at Denver Botanic Gardens, the incumbent must be in good performance standing to be eligible for remote work. Remote work is at the discretion of management at all times.
• All Gardens employees must be committed to the mission of connecting people with plants, especially plants from the Rocky Mountain region and similar regions around the world, providing delight and enlightenment to everyone.

Benefits

• Our major benefits include a choice of Medical Plans, a Dental and Vision Plan and Life Insurance Plan.
• We have a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Spending Account (HSA).
• The Gardens offers a generous Retirement Savings Plan with Company contribution of 6% after one year of service for eligible participants.
• The Gardens also offers paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and access to personal lines of insurance.
• Additional benefits include short-term and long-term disability coverage, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an RTD ECO pass.
• For eligible employees, The Gardens employment also includes a complimentary Denver Botanic Gardens Membership, access to Gardens education classes and summer concert tickets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees