Public Programs Coordinator

The Trustees of Reservations•Lincoln, MA

7h•$24 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

As the Public Programs Coordinator at deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, you will help connect people to contemporary art and nature, through programs rooted in place, creativity, and shared experience. Your work will support meaningful engagement with the sculpture park and museum, fostering community connections and inviting visitors to see art and landscape in new ways. As the Public Programs Coordinator, your primary role will be to support and implement public programming and events at deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum in Lincoln, MA., the largest sculpture park in New England. Public Programs at deCordova range from concerts to moonlit walks in the sculpture park, to intergenerational sculpture building; all offer the opportunity for visitors of any age to deepen their connection to art, nature, and the themes explored in carefully curated exhibitions. Successful candidates will have a passion for sharing contemporary art and nature with a diverse public audience, as well as a deep commitment to providing a spectacular experience for all visitors to deCordova.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience in the arts, non-profits, event planning, educational programming, and/or customer service, with museum experience preferred.
Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree preferred.
Enthusiasm and understanding for the mission of The Trustees and deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum.
Curiosity about contemporary art and museums. Ability to shape programs in ways that elevate art and the natural world.
Outstanding customer service skills, with the ability to remain confident and calm when confronted by challenging visitors and when handling emergencies.
Strong written and verbal skills, including public speaking.
Ability to juggle and prioritize projects while meeting deadlines.
Extremely reliable and able to work independently, as well as the ability to work within a close-knit team.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn new technology systems including acme ticketing.
Availability to work weekends, evenings, and occasional holidays.
Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment.
A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.

Responsibilities

Coordinate programs currently on the calendar, including but not limited to: special exhibition programming, deCordova Summer Performance Series, Solstice Evenings, Picnic Nights, Yoga in the Park, classes and workshops.
Collaborate with the Senior Regional Engagement Manager for the MetroWest and coordinate and communicate programming plans with deCordova’s on-site team.
Plan and implement events and programs, including tasks such as setting up event space, welcoming participants, coordinating teachers and/or performers, supervising volunteers, and event break-down.
Provide exceptional customer service by welcoming visitors, answering questions, and offering directions, as needed.
Assist with event listings and actively promote programs via social media, online platforms, and print materials.
Track ticket sales and registration for events and communicate with attendees in advance of events.
Be familiar with and enforce property rules and regulations.

Benefits

Sick time: 15 days per year
Vacation time: 20 days per year (prorated)
12 observed holidays, 3 floating
Health insurance: You are eligible to participate in the Trustees health insurance benefit via Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS). BCBS also offers additional benefits, such as fitness reimbursement and rewards for healthy habits.
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave
Life Insurance
401k with 5% match after 1 year of employment
Employee Assistance Program: Free access to a confidential service that helps employees and their communities with personal and work-related issues, such as mental health support, counseling, and financial advice.
Reciprocity: Enjoy access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions for Trustees Staff, Volunteers and Interns.
Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties, discount event tickets, and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.
Day of Wonder: Spend one workday per year to exploring a Trustees property
Day of Service: Spend one workday per year to helping with a project at a Trustees property