Manager of Exhibits

Orlando Science Center.•Orlando, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager of Exhibits provides administrative and operational support for the Exhibits Department and assists exhibit leadership to oversee non-exempt exhibit staff and volunteers. In this role, the Manager of Exhibit Maintenance ensures all exhibit assets are safe, clean and operational 98% of the time including traveling exhibits.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
3-5 years related experience in Project or Team Management.

Nice To Haves

Must have experience leading teams of contributing partners to complete projects on time and on budget.
Must have excellent research, writing and editing skills.
Must have excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
Demonstrates a considerable degree of initiative.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Ability to effectively operate Auto CAD.

Responsibilities

Produce a detailed schedule that highlights the staffing assignments for exhibit projects and tasks
Ensure all pertinent staff documents and training materials are updated as necessary
Coordinate training and schedules for exhibit staff and volunteers
Accurately document which exhibits are operational, partially operational, off the floor and inoperative on floor
Recommend improvements to existing components to decrease M&R incidents to the Director of Facility and Exhibit Maintenance.
Perform regular quality control evaluations on exhibit maintenance operations
Coordinate with operations team and update exhibits calendar with facility wide events and operational experiences to staff accordingly
Coordinate and oversee the safe load-in/load-out of traveling exhibits, on time and on budget
Purchase exhibit materials and consumables within budget
Assist non-exempt staff as needed to complete (opening, closing, cleaning, etc.)
Operate effectively under time constraints and meet deadlines, work with minimal supervision, both alone and in teams
Troubleshoot exhibit deficiencies and guide exhibit staff to make appropriate repairs
Lead the Maintenance and care of water and plant-based exhibits including chemical management and water chemistry
Ensure all audio/visual needs associated with exhibits, live programming, and special events are met. Works to keep these systems operational 98% of the time.
Project manager for install and deinstall of “Dino’s in Lights”
Oversee the safe install of overhead décor and rigging as needed.
Oversee the safe transportation of the Tiny Green Home departing and arriving at OSC.
Performs other related duties as assigned.