Job Title:          Woodlawn Education & Programs Manager

Reports to:         Executive Director

Job Terms:          Exempt, Salary, 40 hours per week

The Education & Programs Director is primarily responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the Museum’s educational and community programs.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a year-round education plan that reaches learners across generations; including support for Downeast Senior College
• Develop and manage the Volunteer program; 
• Responsible for the museum school programs, outreach events, and volunteer programs budget; assist with grants and sponsorship
• Facility a calendar of events and take leadership in community outreach; facilitating internships, managing the museum docents/tours
• Assist with communication strategies; website, newsletters, photography

Knowledge and demonstrated experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required. A degree in education, biology or environmental science preferred
• Education program development and management
• Volunteer management
• Teaching children in a classroom, camp or professional informal setting
• Supervising adults and youth while maintaining a positive environment

Skills and Other Characteristics:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong Microsoft Office and database skills
• Excellent organization skills
• Comfortable speaking to large groups and diverse audiences
• Must have a passion for the environment, history, and teaching youth
• Excellent interpersonal skills and work well in a team setting
• Self-motivated and fun-loving
• Flexible and able to handle unexpected situations
• Hiring contingent on successfully passing a background check

Working Conditions:

• Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing or sitting for extended periods: moderate lifting such as setting up 100 chairs and operating motorized vehicles.
• The position requires the need to lift exhibit items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• This position will involve working both indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• The working hours will vary depending on need and will require weekend and evening work.

Licenses and Certification:

• Possession of a valid driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record and current insurance.
• Possession of teaching certificate an advantage
• Current CPR and First Aid certification

How to Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume and references to:

Kathy Young, Executive Director
Woodlawn Museum, Gardens, and Park
PO Box 1478, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Director@woodlawnmuseum.org