Director of Education & Exhibits

Children's Museum; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local cultural institution in Winnipeg is seeking a Director of Education & Exhibits to oversee educational programming and exhibit planning. The successful candidate will provide leadership to the Visitor Experience Department and ensure the museum’s facilities are welcoming and safe. Ideal applicants have a background in education or museum studies and possess strong leadership skills. Competitive salary and full-time position, requiring occasional evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in children's/family program development.
• Knowledge of exhibit planning and maintenance.
• Experience in facility operations is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of educational programming.
• Oversee design and maintenance of exhibitions.
• Provide leadership to Visitor Experience Department.

Skills

Leadership skills

Creative problem-solving

Organizational skills

Public speaking

Collaborative work

Education

Post-secondary education in education, museum studies, or related field

Job description

Overview

POSITION TYPE PERMANENT, FULL-TIME, 35 HOURS/WEEK (Mon – Fri, Occasional Evenings/Weekends)

Position Summary: As a member of the management team, the Director of Education & Exhibits is responsible for the museum’s educational programming, permanent galleries, temporary exhibitions, and overall visitor experience. This position also oversees facility operations, ensuring that the museum’s physical environment is safe, welcoming, and inspiring. The Director of Education & Exhibits provides leadership to the Visitor Experience Department and plays a key role in advancing the museum’s mission, vision, and values through dynamic programming, engaging exhibits, and thoughtful stewardship of the museum building.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, development, delivery, and evaluation of the museum’s educational programming
• Guide the planning, design, production, installation, maintenance, repair, and evaluation of permanent galleries and temporary exhibitions
• Provide leadership through oversight, coaching, and skill development of the Visitor Experience Department, ensuring delivery of exemplary customer service
• Oversee facility operations, including building maintenance and contractor relationships
• Prepare and oversee departmental budgets, grants, and contracts
• Carry out other duties as assigned

Qualifications

We welcome applicants from a variety of educational and professional backgrounds. A combination of formal education and relevant experience will be considered.

• Post-secondary education in education, museum studies, child development, or a related field is an asset
• Experience in children’s/family program development, coordination, and delivery
• Experience applying educational, child development, and experiential learning principles in non-traditional environments
• Experience in exhibit planning, maintenance, and evaluation
• Experience in facility or building operations is a strong asset
• Experience in staff supervision and team leadership

Skills Required

• Strong leadership skills and sound judgment
• Creative approaches to problem-solving
• Well-developed organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
• Public speaking and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with staff and volunteers
• Enthusiastic, engaging communication with children and adults
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity to working with diverse stakeholders

Skills Desired

• Comprehensive understanding of education principles, child development theory, and experiential learning
• Knowledge of Manitoba early years curriculum
• Ability to work in both official languages is an asset
• Media experience
• Understanding of HR principles and processes
• Possession of a Class 5 driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle an asset

Conditions of Employment

• Acceptable results on a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) and a Child Abuse Registry Check

Please send a cover letter and a resume to [e-mail].

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