We are striving to preserve this amazing place we call home through the work taking place in our building and out in the field. Whether you're brushing the dirt off your hands, sorting through collections, cracking your knuckles as you copy-edit, or making sure visitors are having a safe and wonderful experience, being a part of The Nat means being a voice for nature in our region.
That requires building an empowered team. We offer a variety of benefits and are actively working towards greater inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility, which you can read about in our current statement and action plan. The San Diego Natural History Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The San Diego Natural History Museum is seeking a detail and customer-service oriented individual to coordinate program reservations and support the activities of the Museum’s Education and Engagement department. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Education, the position is responsible for school, camp and public group/program registrations; managing invoices, scholarships and departmental purchasing; and providing additional support for the overall department.
This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Occasional weekend and evening work may be required.
Employees enjoy free admission into all of Balboa Park’s museums as well as free admission to the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park. Learn more about the Museum’s benefits here.
Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter that highlights your relevant experience to Human Resources (hr@sdnhm.org). Review of resumes will begin on April 29, 2024 . No phone calls or drop–ins, please.
Pay: $22.50 per hour (non-exempt)
The San Diego Natural History Museum is looking to hire 2 summer camp teaching assistants.
This will be a seasonal summer position from May 27 through August 14, 2024.
The Camp Teaching Assistant (CTA) will assist in providing dynamic mission driven educational summer programming for grades 1-8 using an interactive, engaging, inquiry-based learning style. This is a seasonal position only.
The Camp Teaching Assistant will assist the camp instructor and ensure quality experience for both our camp aides and participating campers.
Time Commitment: Approximately 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday. This is an eight-to-nine-week commitment and includes additional days for training and orientation. Camps run June 10 through August 9, 2024.
Compensation: $18.00 per hour.
Employees enjoy free admission into all of Balboa Park’s museums as well as free admission to the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.
Please submit a cover letter outlining your interest in the position, résumé, and three references. Send to hr@sdnhm.org.
The San Diego Natural History Museum Visitor Services department is seeking enthusiastic and friendly part-time Visitor Services Associates (VSAs) to assist guests at our admissions desk, giant-screen theater, and at Museum and exhibit entries. VSAs provide Museum guests with an unparalleled customer service experience in a fast-paced, educational, fun and entertaining environment. The ideal candidates will be comfortable shifting roles and responsibilities throughout the day while continually maintaining a pleasant and professional demeanor.
This position requires part-time availability (up to 29 hours weekly, but with the ability to fluctuate), covering week days, weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays. This is a temporary position from May through September 4, 2024.
Desired Qualifications (the strongest applicants also have these):
In compliance with the San Diego Natural History Museum’s mandatory vaccination policy, the Museum requires proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Accommodations based on medical and religious exemptions will be considered.
VSAs enjoy free admission to all of Balboa Park’s museums as well as free admission to the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.
The position pays $18/hour (time and a half on pre-selected Holidays).
This is a temporary position from May through September 4, 2024.
Please send resume and a cover letter to hr@sdnhm.org. No phone calls or drop-ins please.
We will begin reviewing applications on April 22, 2024.
The San Diego Natural History Museum Visitor Services department is seeking an experienced, part-time Visitor Services Lead (VSL) to assist with running frontline admissions operations and providing superior customer service to Museum guests at our admissions desks, giant-screen theater, and Museum and exhibit entries during both daily operation and additional evening programming. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required, with the ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently, while upholding Museum initiatives and standards with high quality guest service. Candidates must be dependable, trustworthy, professional, and positive at all times as this position is primarily focused on providing an engaging guest experience while leading a team of Visitor Services department staff.
This position requires part-time availability (up to 29 hours weekly, but with ability to fluctuate), with a strong focus on Friday evenings and weekends. Shifts will also include early mornings, heavy attendance weekdays, and holidays. This role is a 17-week commitment, and has little room for change from the preset schedule. This is a temporary position from May 6 through September 4, 2024.
In compliance with the San Diego Natural History Museum’s mandatory vaccination policy, the Museum requires proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Accommodations based on medical and religious exemptions will be considered.
Employees enjoy free admission into all of Balboa Park’s museums as well as free admission to the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.
The position pays $20.00/hour (time and a half on pre-selected holidays) and offers various opportunities for personal growth and professional development.
This is a temporary position from May 6 through September 4, 2024.
Please send resume and cover letter to hr@sdnhm.org. No phone calls or drop-ins please.
We will begin reviewing applications on April 22, 2024.