Job Description

At Pacific Science Center, our mission is to ignite curiosity in every child and fuel a passion for discovery, experimentation, and critical thinking in all of us. Our colleagues are passionate lifelong learners who live our mission every day. Each of us commits to bring an inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA) focus in every aspect of our work. Join our collaborative team and help steward our warm, welcoming, community-learning environment at PacSci.

As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we’re invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Data shows that women and BIPOC candidates more frequently do not apply to a job because they don’t feel that they meet all of the qualifications listed. If you have some of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and you share PacSci's values and support our mission, we encourage you to apply.

Position Title: ​Education Supply Lead​

Department: Education Admin

Reports to: ​Education Supply Supervisor​

Pay Class: ​Full-time Regular​

FLSA Status: ​Hourly, Non-Exempt​

Position Summary

The Education Supply Lead works with the Supply Supervisor in ensuring educational programming runs smoothly by inventorying, organizing, maintaining, and distributing program supplies for both individual programs and shared supply systems within the Education division. This position collaborates across a variety of education programs including camps, floor engagement, virtual and in person outreach, theater programing, and education special events to contribute to Pacific Science Center’s mission to spark curiosity and fuel a passion for discovery, experimentation, and critical thinking. The Education Supply Lead also supports camp administration and leads a team of seasonal supply assistants during the summer. As a member of the Education team and employee of PacSci, the Supply Lead prioritizes Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) throughout their work as well as in colleague and community relationships.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Materials Management

• Processing supplies as they are delivered, following receiving protocols, and conducting supply distribution. This includes delivering to satellite locations as needed
• Conduct and monitor inventory of consumable and durable items used in education programing
• Maintain organized and effective supply systems for individual education departments and shared resources across the education divisions, including physical storage spaces and established inventory systems
• Perform regular maintenance and basic repairs on materials used for program delivery and daily operations (Van de Graaff generators, hand trucks/carts, portable exhibits, preserved specimens, technology, etc.)
• Coordinate and conduct the collection and preparation of donated materials for program use
• Coordinate and lead the proper sorting, storage, and disposal of specialty waste items generated by Education Programs, including but not limited to batteries, plastic film, medicine, hazardous materials including chemicals, fabrics, and other regulated or specialty waste streams

Program Operations and Development

• Work with Supply Supervisor and education program teams to anticipate supply needs and prepare materials to ensure programs are adequately equipped for regular and seasonal operations.
• Assist the Supply Supervisor with evaluating, documenting, and improving departmental and divisional supply systems, processes, and operational workflows
• Act in the capacity of Camp Administrator during camp sessions and trainings to support hiring, daily operations, set-up and tear-down, and assist with the planning and delivering of camp offerings and operations with a supply lens
• Support scheduling and leading a small seasonal team across multiple locations over the summer season (May through early September)
• Edit and evaluate Camp curriculums and activity ideas, prioritizing supply materials requested
• Provide technical expertise and support for the development of new educational programs
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Duties Position Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Supply/inventory organization and cataloging
• The general process of science
• OSHA safety best practices
• Personal bias and desire to be an anti-racist leader
• Basic mechanics, machinery, and technology

Skills

• Work both independently and with a team
• Work and communicate effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds
• Prioritize, multitask, and organize with sound judgement on time sensitive projects
• Has sound situational awareness, prioritization, and creative problem-solving abilities
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and file sharing programs such as Google Drive and/or Microsoft Teams
• Basic proficiency with hand and power tools

Ability to:

• Approach each interaction individually and without expectation or judgement of content knowledge level of interest, or background in science
• Self-start projects and maintenance while staying on project deadlines
• Maintain security and follow safety procedures

Qualifications

Required

• Demonstrated experience directing or coordinating the work of staff or volunteers
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and respond to issues that arise throughout the day
• Valid WA driver's license and good driving record with at least five (5) years of driving history, including no moving violations in the past three (3) years
• First Aid/AED/CPR certification and WA State Food Handler's permit or willingness to obtain

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree or in pursuit of, and/or equivalent experience
• Project management skills
• Experience working in an informal education setting and/or camps
• This position requires lifting (40 lbs. unassisted, program materials & supplies)
• This position requires some local area travel; personal vehicle is not required
• Because of the variety of camps, program outreach and locations, hours can vary daily, totaling in (and occasionally exceeding) 40 hours per week during weeks leading up to summer and during seasonal summer operations

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

The workplace environment will include some local area travel, outside and inside of schools, community centers, and in an office environment; a personal vehicle is not required. Physical demands of the position include moving supplies and objects up to 50 lbs, positioning oneself at various levels including below a table or desk, climbing stairs, crouching, crawling, and reaching for objects above ones head, maneuver or feel objects, tools, or controls; must be able to communicate verbally and in writing, utilizing radios, telephone, and virtual platforms to give and receive information, as well as engaging in public speaking. Position duties require moving throughout the campus and remaining stationary for extended periods of time onsite, as well as spending a significant amount of time in motion during program delivery at various sites. The noise level in the shared office space varies from low to moderate, sometimes utilizing a computer workstation. Running technology requires varying levels of visual acuity.

Position will also have exposure to dust, fumes, some loud noises and chemicals (including but not limited to liquid nitrogen, helium and hydrogen gas, dry ice, acids and bases, irritants and latex). Must be able to drive 15 passenger van and assuming responsibility of the safety and security of all passengers.

This position description generally describes the principal functions of the position and the level of knowledge and skills typically required.  It does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee, and it is subject to change as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

Compensation

Pay is based on several factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and years of experience.

In addition to base salary, all employees receive:

• Employee PacSci Membership
• Commuter Benefits
• 403b Retirement Plan

Full-time regular employees (40 hrs/week) additionally recieve following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, basic life insurance, and disability insurance
• 4 weeks of vacation, 12 floating holidays, and sick pay
• 403(b) Retirement Savings
• Employee Assistance Program

Pacific Science Center stands with those who are courageously fighting against hate, racism, and injustice. We recognize that not being racist is not sufficient. We must be actively anti-racist, and we commit to doing so. We prioritize inclusion, diversity, equity, and access in everything we do. Curiosity and critical thinking are essential to the dialogue and changes that need to happen.

Pacific Science Center complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at HRDepartment@pacsci.org.