Culture & Arts Education Specialist; Austin Nature & Science Center​/Austin Parks and Recreation

About This Position

Under general supervision, lead, develop and performs tasks in the development of cultural arts programs.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Conducts need assessments and recommends operating procedures for programs, services and activities.
• Implements, monitors, evaluate, and improves programs and activities, workshops, and special events.
• Designs and produces promotional materials.
• Performs routine administrative operations.
• Develops, registers, schedules and conducts guided tours, workshops, demonstrations and other events.
• Maintains and cares for day-to-day management of facilities, collections, exhibits, records, material assets.
• Assists in monitoring, updating and improving the facilities, collections, and equipment.
• Assists colleagues in the management and care of their assigned programs.
• Recommends purchases or deaccessions to existing collections.
• Receives fees, issue receipts, and accounts for all money.
• Coordinates with other organizations to implement programs and activities and solicit donations.
• Provides participants and the general public with information.
• Develops, compiles and monitors program budgets and data for reports.
• Orders, issues, receives, and maintains inventory of equipment and supplies.

• Provide general supervision of temporary employees, contract workers, and volunteers.

• Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Knowledge of cultural education programs and appropriate care of exhibit materials.
• Knowledge of principles and methods of and promoting products.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws and ordinances.
• Knowledge of City practice, policy and procedures.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in using computers and software.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.

• Experience developing, planning, and leading science education and outdoor recreation programs, including risk-management and safety protocols.
• Experience developing, modifying, and teaching early childhood (ages 3-5) program activities to accommodate various needs, abilities, and interests.
• Experience spending approximately 70%-80% of each class day outside throughout the seasons and in all types of weather.
• Experience conducting guardian/teacher conferences.

• Demonstrates knowledge of nature‑based education, inquiry‑based learning, emergent curriculum, and early childhood education standards.
• Knowledge and demonstration of effective behavior management skills, including enforcing policies fairly, consistently, firmly, and with compassion.
• Knowledge of Texas Health & Human Services (THHS) Child Care Regulation policies and procedures.
• Intermediate level or above in Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Publisher, Power…