Education Supply Lead

Pacific Science Center•Seattle, WA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Education Supply Lead works with the Supply Supervisor in ensuring educational programming runs smoothly by inventorying, organizing, maintaining, and distributing program supplies for both individual programs and shared supply systems within the Education division. This position collaborates across a variety of education programs including camps, floor engagement, virtual and in person outreach, theater programing, and education special events to contribute to Pacific Science Center’s mission to spark curiosity and fuel a passion for discovery, experimentation, and critical thinking. The Education Supply Lead also supports camp administration and leads a team of seasonal supply assistants during the summer. As a member of the Education team and employee of PacSci, the Supply Lead prioritizes Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) throughout their work as well as in colleague and community relationships.

Requirements

Supply/inventory organization and cataloging
The general process of science
OSHA safety best practices
Personal bias and desire to be an anti-racist leader
Basic mechanics, machinery, and technology
Work both independently and with a team
Work and communicate effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds
Prioritize, multitask, and organize with sound judgement on time sensitive projects
Has sound situational awareness, prioritization, and creative problem-solving abilities
Excellent attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and file sharing programs such as Google Drive and/or Microsoft Teams
Basic proficiency with hand and power tools
Approach each interaction individually and without expectation or judgement of content knowledge level of interest, or background in science
Self-start projects and maintenance while staying on project deadlines
Maintain security and follow safety procedures
Demonstrated experience directing or coordinating the work of staff or volunteers
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and respond to issues that arise throughout the day
Valid WA driver's license and good driving record with at least five (5) years of driving history, including no moving violations in the past three (3) years
First Aid/AED/CPR certification and WA State Food Handler's permit or willingness to obtain

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or in pursuit of, and/or equivalent experience
Project management skills
Experience working in an informal education setting and/or camps

Responsibilities

Processing supplies as they are delivered, following receiving protocols, and conducting supply distribution. This includes delivering to satellite locations as needed
Conduct and monitor inventory of consumable and durable items used in education programing
Maintain organized and effective supply systems for individual education departments and shared resources across the education divisions, including physical storage spaces and established inventory systems
Perform regular maintenance and basic repairs on materials used for program delivery and daily operations (Van de Graaff generators, hand trucks/carts, portable exhibits, preserved specimens, technology, etc.)
Coordinate and conduct the collection and preparation of donated materials for program use
Coordinate and lead the proper sorting, storage, and disposal of specialty waste items generated by Education Programs, including but not limited to batteries, plastic film, medicine, hazardous materials including chemicals, fabrics, and other regulated or specialty waste streams
Work with Supply Supervisor and education program teams to anticipate supply needs and prepare materials to ensure programs are adequately equipped for regular and seasonal operations.
Assist the Supply Supervisor with evaluating, documenting, and improving departmental and divisional supply systems, processes, and operational workflows
Act in the capacity of Camp Administrator during camp sessions and trainings to support hiring, daily operations, set-up and tear-down, and assist with the planning and delivering of camp offerings and operations with a supply lens
Support scheduling and leading a small seasonal team across multiple locations over the summer season (May through early September)
Edit and evaluate Camp curriculums and activity ideas, prioritizing supply materials requested
Provide technical expertise and support for the development of new educational programs
Other duties as assigned