Employment

Director of Lifelong Learning Experiences

The Pratt Museum builds and strengthens relationships between people and place through stories relevant to Kachemak Bay. We do this through exhibits and programs designed to inspire curiosity, expand sharing, deepen awareness and understanding.

POSITION SUMMARY

This is an exciting opportunity for the right person. This position will be responsible for the development, leadership and management of a new Lifelong Learning Experiences program to engage diverse audiences in support of the Pratt’s mission. This is a highly collaborative position that puts relationship building at the center of program development and delivery.

REPORTS TO: Executive Director.

• Support compliance with standards set by the American Alliance of Museums and policies and procedures of the Pratt Museum.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Create and deliver meaningful and memorable learning experiences for the public and key audiences through mutually generative strategies and development.

• PLANNING: In collaboration with the Curator of Botanical Exhibits and staff team, lead development ofa 2-year strategic plan for Lifelong Learning Experiences integrated across Pratt assets (i.e. collections,galleries, botanical gardens, forest trails, social media & digital outreach platforms).
• OUTREACH: Evaluate, renew, develop and deepen relationships and partnerships with key and diversecommunity stakeholders/partners with particular emphasis on Alaska Native culture bearers; familieswith young children and limited income; and general adult audiences.
• DEVELOPMENT: Identify and support cultivation of additional program funding opportunities.
• DELIVERY: Develop and deliver consistent, integrated, engaging, and inclusive learning experiences(thru exhibits, programs, related materials) that emerge from collaboration and meaningful conversation with community stakeholders.

INSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Museum’s mission, values, vision, and core commitment to the visitor experience, community engagement, and institutional relevancy for the future.

• EVALUATION: Conduct ongoing evaluation and assessments; and generate regular reports for the executive director and to meet IMLS performance requirements and deadlines.
• REPRESENTATION: Participate in professional activities and forums to represent the Pratt and to maintain and deepen professional expertise and knowledge.Skills & Abilities

• Proven ability to develop, lead, implement and manage new strategies and programs for lifelong learning while maintaining budgets and meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate and work with diverse partners (i.e. artists, scientists, historians, educators, etc.) and communities of interest including seniors, families, young children, underserved communities i.e. indigenous communities, low-income households.
• Demonstrated ability to craft/write narratives, reports, program materials, talking points, etc.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research and methodologies.Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• Demonstrated progressive experience developing and managing programming and outreach fordiverse partners and communities of interest including: seniors, families, young children, underserved communities i.e. indigenous communities, low-income households.
• Compensation
  This is full-time, grant funded position. The pay range is $40K-$50K annually DOE. Benefits include flexible work schedule, generous leave, and Simple IRA 3% match. This position will require the ability to work some weekend and evenings as needed.To apply:Submit resume, cover letter and three professional references to office@prattmuseum.org. Review of applications will be on a rolling basis and continue until the position is filled.