The Public Engagement Coordinator reports to the Public Engagement Senior Manager, and is responsible for addressing day to day operations for community programming (both onsite and offsite) for The Center.  This position will work closely with the Public Engagement Senior Manager to ensure the coordination and alignment of public engagement programs in bringing awareness to The Center’s various programs, exhibitions and initiatives.  The Public Engagement Coordinator should have a depth of knowledge and experience related to program and curriculum development, logistics, strategic planning, community engagement, and stakeholder management. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Serve as a liaison to the Head of Programs and Public Engagement Senior Manager on matters related to community and educational initiatives 
• Collaborate and coordinate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of programs and professional development resources for a wide range of audiences 
• Plan the delivery of the overall program and its activities per the mission and the goals of the organization 
• Write materials and collateral to support programming and exhibitions 
• Work cross-functionally with the marketing team on the creation of program materials 
• Develop forms and records to document program activities 
• Develop and implement long-term goals and objectives to achieve the successful outcome of public programs 
• Coordinate internal and external research and evaluation to gather data and develop program quality control systems 
• Assist in fundraising goals including such support as programming revenue generation, providing program-specific content for grant and sponsorship proposals and reports, and attending fundraising events 
• Production of written materials that will support The Center’s mission and strategic goals 
• Performs other duties as assigned

Core Competencies 

• Bachelor’s degree in education, museum studies, marketing/communications, project management, or related fields. 
• Minimum two (2) years of experience supporting community outreach and program management 
• Demonstrated experience developing community-based initiatives and programs for youth, families, and adults. 
• Operates within anti-racist frameworks when approaching tasks, community, and colleagues 
• Proven skills in group facilitation, training, coordination, curriculum development, data collection, and evaluation. 
• Strong verbal and written communications skills 
• Enjoy working with people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences 
• Excellent time management skills 
• Familiarity with technology-based and trans-media approaches to education/programming preferred 
• Ability to work a variable schedule based upon the needs of the organization.  Some evening/weekends will be required 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook, as well as common business tools such as Adobe, CRMS database, etc. 

 Physical Requirements 

• Capable of working on a computer for extended periods of time
• Extended periods of sitting, standing and/or moving
• Cognitive ability to process information, analyze and make decisions
• Ability to lift, carry, and or move up to 25 pounds
• Bending, reaching, kneeling

Employment Eligibility 

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In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.