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Exploratorium On-Call Events Explainer in San Francisco, California
PLEASE NOTE: In order to qualify for this position, you must have previously worked as a High School Explainer.
SUMMARY
The Exploratorium’s Museum Rentals Department generates earned income for the museum through the promotion, sales and management of the facility for rental events. The on-call Event Explainers are on the frontlines of the Museum Rentals staff, interacting with Special Event guests during rental events and facilitating guests’ interaction with exhibits. They are also responsible for exhibit moves and monitoring the safety of guests and the museum. This on-call position reports to the Museum Rentals Manager.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Event Setup Duties
Draw a diagram, mark and photograph exhibits before moves begin
Use proper equipment and safe procedures to relocate exhibits in the Exploratorium galleries and other individual exhibits as requested
Place ropes and stanchions throughout the museum as requested
Turn on exhibits and turn off overhead lights
Event Duties
Greet visitors
Oversee all areas open to the public
Initiate informal conversation with museums’ visitors about exhibits
Conduct demonstrations, assist visitors in using and understanding the exhibits
Answer questions about the exhibits and the museum
Support other Explainers by filling in as needed and through good, regular communication
Identify, troubleshoot, and report malfunctioning exhibits
Event Strike Duties
Use proper equipment and safe procedures to return exhibits in the Exploratorium galleries and other individual exhibits as requested
General Duties
Perform light security and crowd control
Communicate with all event staff via radio
Be prepared to initiate Emergency Response Procedures as needed
Other related duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1 year experience as a High School Explainer or 2 months experience as a Field Trip Explainer
Experience as an Exploratorium Explainer required
Ability to work late nights and weekends
Ability and desire to teach guests of all ages in a non-classroom setting
Ability to facilitate interaction with exhibits and the scientific principles they demonstrate
Understanding of Exploratorium Explainer Demonstrations
Outgoing, people person who is good at reading a situation and responding appropriately
Able to exercise good judgment (think on your feet)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Able to move from place to place which may include standing and/or walking for extended periods of time , bending, reaching, twisting; lift and carry up to 50 pounds short distances and use a radio
APPLICATION DEADLINE
This position is open until filled
HOW TO APPLY
This is an on-call, non-exempt position, does not include benefits. The starting rate for this position is $21.80 per hour. Please, no phone calls in regards to this job. To apply, please visit the Exploratorium job page.
Condition of Employment: Willingness and ability to provide proof of completed COVID-19 vaccination will be required. All medical or sincerely held religious belief exemptions regarding vaccination status will be considered.
The Exploratorium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion and respect . We welcome and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
Exploratorium
Piers 15/17, San Francisco, CA 94111
Website: https://www.exploratorium.edu/about/jobs. No phone calls, please
The Exploratorium is committed to a diverse workforce.
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