Community Engagement Coordinator

2 weeks ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Griffin Museum of Science and Industry Full time
Job Overview

About Us: The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry stands as the premier interactive science museum in the Western Hemisphere. Our mission is to ignite curiosity and foster a passion for science among visitors of all ages through captivating exhibitions and educational experiences. We are dedicated to enhancing the engagement of students and educators in science and related fields, aiming to inspire the next generation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

Position Summary: The Community Engagement Coordinator will act as a vital link between the museum and various community-based organizations, facilitating culturally relevant programs and educational initiatives throughout the year. This role encompasses a variety of events such as Career Connections, Girls in STEM, Curiosity Stations, and celebrations of cultural recognition months.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain effective communication with partner organizations and volunteers, overseeing all programming-related tasks and collaborations with internal teams and external contractors.
  • Promote student involvement during events, including the facilitation of educational content as necessary.
  • Supervise a team of facilitators, including Education Associates and temporary staff, coordinating daily activities and outcomes.
  • Ensure collaboration across departments to enhance programming efforts.
  • Serve as the primary contact for local schools and community groups involved in educational programming, ensuring that educational key performance indicators (KPIs) are met.
  • Coordinate requests for support from internal partners, which may involve providing information for marketing materials or collaborating on design and production tasks.
  • Work with various departments and external partners to organize on-site and off-site programming, providing necessary communication support.
  • Engage in research and support the development of new educational programs in collaboration with department managers and coordinators.
  • Stay informed about emerging trends and effective delivery methods in educational STEAM content.
  • Monitor and analyze program attendance and assessment data to inform improvements in existing programming.
  • Manage departmental schedules and program coordination.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Two to four years of experience in youth or public program design, facilitation, and management is required.
  • A Bachelor's degree is advantageous.
  • Strong organizational and resource management skills are essential.
  • Exceptional collaboration abilities, particularly with diverse groups.
  • Proven public speaking skills, particularly in front of senior stakeholders.
  • Experience engaging audiences of various ages and backgrounds is necessary.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills are required.
  • Proficiency in computer applications; familiarity with project management tools like Asana is preferred.
  • Willingness to work occasional weekends and evenings as needed.
  • A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required.
  • Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as instructions and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to perform calculations related to program metrics.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and interpret a variety of instructions.
  • Physical requirements include regular use of hands, standing, walking, and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds.
  • Work environment may involve exposure to varying conditions, with a moderate noise level.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion within our workforce and experiences. Each employee plays a crucial role in fostering a welcoming environment for both guests and colleagues.

Griffin MSI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, ensuring equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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