Educator I Gallery Attendant (Flint Hills Discovery Center) - Seasonal

City of Manhattan Kansas • Manhattan, KS

23d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Manhattan is accepting applications for an Educator I Gallery Attendant. This position will be responsible for working directly with the visiting public or youth and adult program participants. The primary responsibility will be to provide in-gallery exhibit monitoring and thematic education in support of The Smithsonian’s Sea Monsters Unearthed traveling exhibit. Educators will reflect the mission for the Parks & Recreation Department and uphold each specific division’s mission of continuing education in their respective fields. The selected candidate(s) must be able to attend all in-service training sessions. The position includes fulltime, daytime hours during the Discovery Center’s regular operating hours (Tuesday – Saturday 10:00AM - 5:00PM and Sunday 12:00PM – 5:00PM) as well as support for additional programs and events after hours and on Mondays. Training may be required prior to exhibit start date.

Requirements

• Must be 16 years or older.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Experience in customer service roles.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification (Can be obtained through Parks & Recreation).
• High School diploma, GED or equivalent (if 18 years or older).

Responsibilities

• Works directly the visiting public.
• Implements and provides in-gallery supervision to maintain proper crowd control and assure security of all exhibition components.
• Assist with the data logging required for gallery exhibits.
• Leads quality informal education programs on select topics for youth and adult audiences.
• Assists the Curator of Education, and Education Supervisors in the development of programs that are safe, inclusive, age-appropriate, and fun.
• Maintain independence and flexibility in program delivery to account for changing conditions and participant needs.
• Fosters positive interactions with children, youth, and other visiting guests.
• Performs minor first aid for injuries that may occur during education programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED