History Program Coordinator

Location: Estes Park

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Museum Programs Coordinator is a high-energy seasonal role (mid-May through August) at the Lula W. Dorsey Museum, located at the YMCA of the Rockies - Estes Park Center. This position assists the Museum Director in all aspects of museum programming and operations. Primary responsibilities include planning and implementing history-focused programs for Day Camp participants, assisting with museum database and collection maintenance, and providing exceptional visitor services.

This position supports the mission-driven work of the YMCA of the Rockies - Estes Park Center, a family and group conference and retreat center serving approximately 150,000 guests annually.

OUR CULTURE:

We firmly believe in our mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs, staff, and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. YMCA of the Rockies staff are key players in helping cultivate an environment of healthy living, youth development, and community impact on our breathtaking properties outside Rocky Mountain National Park. This is a place where nature inspires and staff lead with heart.

We are committed to being welcoming to all people and to making a difference in the lives of our members, guests, and staff. The work each staff member does matters. We count on our staff to provide extraordinary mission-based experiences for our guests and for each other.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Under the direction of the Museum Director, plan, develop, and lead history-focused programs for Day Camp participants (Pre-K through 8th grade).

* Plan, develop, and facilitate interpretive museum programs and tours for multigenerational guests.

* Provide excellent visitor services, including greeting guests, offering tours of exhibits, and answering questions.

* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for all programs and museum operations.

* Independently open and close the museum facilities as directed by the Museum Director.

* Collaborate with other departments to support special events or educational initiatives.

* Assist the Museum Director in Collections Inventory

* Under the direction of the Museum Director, update museum database

* Assist the Museum Director in identifying and preserving museum collections and archives both analog and digital

* Work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays as needed.