Exhibit Coordinator, Austin Parks and Recreation

Job Description:

Exhibit Coordinator, Austin Parks and Recreation

Description

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Job Description:

Purpose:

Under general supervision performs tasks in the development and implementation of exhibits and exhibit activities.

Duties, Functions, and Responsibilities:

• Leads volunteers, staff or contractors.
  
• Examines objects to be included in exhibits.
  
• Ensures accuracy in exhibit production, information and exhibit activities.
  
• Develops long range and short-range goals.
  
• Coordinates, plans, develop designs, produces and evaluates exhibits, displays, and visual presentation materials.
  
• Develops and monitors budgets and fiscal reports.
  
• Ensures timely development, scheduling and performance of exhibit activities and projects.
  
• Oversees the day-to-day management and care of assigned collections, exhibits, records, and exhibits assets.
  
• Allocates and purchases resources
  
• Coordinates the design and creation of marketing materials.
  
• Researches and applies for grants.
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques.
  
• Knowledge of the principles and methods of showing, promoting design techniques, ideas, systems or products, including artistic contributions.
  
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws.
  
• Knowledge of City practice, policy, and procedures.
  
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning and resources allocation.
  
• Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
  
• Skill in oral and written communication.
  
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  
• Skill in using computers and related software.
  
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
  
• Skill in planning and organizing.
  
• Ability to lead and train others.
  
• 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.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Art History, Art, Museum Science or related field plus one (1) year of experience related to the development and implementation of exhibits and exhibit activities.
  
• Experience may substitute for the education up to a maximum of four (4) years.
  

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with fabrication and maintenance of indoor and outdoor exhibits and buildings.
  
• Experience in maintaining and analyzing nature center or museum collections and records.
  
• Experience handling, cleaning, and/or repairing natural history objects (e.g., taxidermal items, shells, animal horns, plants, or other natural specimens).
  
• Experience providing customer service to members of the public and working with individuals of diverse social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
  

Other:

• Ability to travel to more than one work location.
  

Notes to Candidate:

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department ( PARD ) provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.

The purpose of this Exhibit Coordinator position is to perform tasks in the development and implementation of exhibits and exhibit activities, managing the Austin Nature & Science Center’s Natural History Collections, and coordinating volunteer activities. Exhibits include indoor and outdoor spaces, as well as the Center’s online exhibit information on our website and social media accounts. This position also supports exhibits at the Beverly S. Sheffield Education Center.

Application Instructions/Job Requirements:

• Application: A detailed, complete application is required, and applicants must include on their Employment Record all experience (work and/or volunteer) related to this job posting - up to 10 years or more; this will be used to determine your base compensation. Employment Record dates must include month and year. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application. Statements such as “See Resume” will not be accepted and a resume alone will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application.
  
• Skills Asse
  

ssments: Skills assessment(s) will be required as part of the recruitment process.

• Virtual Interviews: PARD may conduct virtual interviews.
  
• Military/Veteran: An applicant claiming Military/Veteran status must provide a copy of his or her DD-214(s), or valid comparable document, at the time of interview.
  
• Physical Requirements: Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying, or using a force equal to lifting up to thirty-five (35) pounds. Work environment includes inside, and outside environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, and hazards associated with equipment operation including fumes, oils, gases, and mists. Must be physically and mentally able to communicate, respond, and work with participant’s needs and safety issues.
  

Other Information:

• Posting Guidelines: PARD reserves the right to close posted positions prior to the advertised close date, based on recruitment strategies and business needs. This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other divisions/work locations within the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department. Decisions on assigned selection will be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.
  
• Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
  
• Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: PARD work site locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any PARD work site - including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicles located on the premises.
  

Location/Work Schedule Notes:

Austin Nature & Science Center, 301 Nature Center Drive, Austin, TX 78746

• Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  
• Hours and location may vary depending on departmental needs.
  
• May be required to work during special events, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
  
• May be required to work during City emergencies such as extreme weather events.
  

Salary Range:

$ $25.74 - $30.50 per hour.

Important Note to Applicants:
Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

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Closing Date/Time: 2025-09-16