Community Engagement Specialist

Job Location:

Fleet Science Center - San Diego, CA, Position Type:
Full Time, Salary Range: $23.00 - $24.00

Hourly, General Statement:

The Fleet Science Center’s Community Engagement Specialist supports the Fleet’s Mission and Visitor Experience Philosophy by furthering the Fleet’s ongoing presence in four priority neighborhoods/regions:
San Ysidro, National City, Barrio Logan/Logan Heights, and the Neighborhoods of Southeast San Diego, and by providing educational programming designed for public audiences.

This position will focus on neighborhood engagement projects, scientist engagement initiatives, adult programming, STEM ecosystem support, and coordinating seasonal camps. This position will also work closely with the Assistant Director of Education & Engagement, the Engagement Programs & Partnerships Manager, and the Youth Programs Manager.

This position requires being in the field 30%-40% of the time to meet with partners and host community events. There are occasional events that occur outside of normal business hours, either in the evening or during the weekend. Hours will be flexible to ensure a healthy work/life balance.

Compensation for this position includes our generous benefit package - 100% employer paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, and 401k retirement plan. Working for the Fleet also comes with great perks including free access to other Balboa Park museums and the San Diego Zoo, free Fleet Science Center passes to share with friends and family, discounts at the Fleet's Science Store and Element 8 Cafe, and other discounts at vendors around Balboa Park!

Come join our team!

Reports to:

Engagement Programs & Partnerships Manager

• Build and strengthen relationships with external organizations by facilitating neighborhood network meetings to align on shared goals and keep records of community feedback to ensure efforts remain responsive and culturally relevant.
• Expand the Fleet’s presence in the community and represent the Fleet and the central office of the San Diego STEM Ecosystem by hosting informational and activity-based booths to promote Fleet resources and programs.
• Support the Fleet’s community engagement strategy by building bridges between the Fleet’s internal community and external efforts.
• Maintain communication with partners through email updates, newsletters, and video calls.

• Assist with program execution of our Scientist Engagement and Adult Programs by securing and coordinating volunteers, facilitating event check-in and ticket collection, and hosting events.
• Co-teach and facilitate Fleet science communication workshops and assist with the curriculum-building process.

• Assist with Fleet camp operations by supporting the check-in process, coordinating camp materials, prepping the classrooms, and adhering to budget standards.
• Help train and coordinate volunteers to support day camp program delivery.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships and open communication with staff, parents, participants, community agencies, and serve as the primary contact for program participants, parents, and educators.
• Adhere to all emergency procedures in accordance with guidelines established by emergency service authorities to ensure the safety of all children.
• Assist and facilitate school workshops and camp classes when needed.

• Plan, execute, and maintain data collection of our programs to track and evaluate community engagement efforts using spreadsheets and Airtable.
• Work closely with the Marketing department to ensure that websites and other program information are updated correctly and in a…