Exhibits Specialist- Part Time

CHILDRENS MUSEUM OF PHOENIX•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Acting on the principle that learning is a joy, the Children's Museum of Phoenix's mission is to engage the minds, muscles, and imaginations of children and the grown-ups who care about them. With hands-on, interactive, exhibits designed for children ages birth to ten, the Museum focuses on learning through play, with emphasis on early childhood education and school-readiness. The Exhibits Specialist represents and brings life to the mission of the museum. The exhibits team holds high standards of excellence in the creation, maintenance, and fabrication of all the museum's exhibits. This is a physically active and team-oriented position. Weekend, evening, nights, and holiday hours are required. This is an entry-level position.

Requirements

Working knowledge of machine and hand sewing
Working knowledge of power and hand tools
Working knowledge of painting and light construction
Ability to work quickly, effectively, and responsibly without constant direction
Jack of all trades with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and make quick decisions when needed
Detail-oriented with a commitment to the highest quality work
Must have a playful spirit
Excellent customer service skills and the ability to interact courteously with visitors and staff
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Willing to listen, follow directions, learn new ideas, and share opinions with the Exhibits team
Willingness to do whatever is necessary to get the task accomplished
Work under the pressure of deadlines
Computer literacy in Microsoft office
Must pass a criminal background check & E-Verify
Minimum 2 years experience of related experience
High school graduate or general education degree (GED) required
Must be able to stand for up to 8 hours
Must be able to see well and able to read fine print
Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

A background or experience working with children and large crowds is helpful, although the Exhibits Specialist does not work directly with children.
Possession of a degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Art, Fine Arts, Museum Studies or a related field highly encouraged

Responsibilities

Participates in the maintenance, repair, and safety of all exhibits
Must have a fun, positive, team-orientated attitude
Meets the needs of the department with an open mind and clear and friendly communication
Sustain an open, supportive, and collaborative relationship with the Exhibits, Facilities, and Visitor Experience Teams
Assists with Art Studio project supplies including maintaining recyclable donations
Support Volunteer staffing
Ensures high standards of exhibits aesthetics
Participates in the development of new exhibits from concept to completion when needed
Perform daily walk through of all exhibit's areas
Immediately repair/replace any broken or non-functioning parts of exhibit components
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workshop with appropriate tools in good working order
General house-keeping duties are done daily these include but are not limited to; sweeping, dusting, scrubbing, and washing laundry
All other duties as assigned to meet Museum's needs