Assistant Exhibit & Education Coordinator

Del Mar Fairgrounds; Del Mar (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Del Mar Fairgrounds is seeking an Assistant for the Farm exhibit to help develop and deliver education, programming, and hands-on experiences for visitors. You will assist in coordinating demonstrations, youth engagement activities, and interactive displays, supporting Exhibit Coordinators in meeting goals and timelines.

The role requires strong organizational skills and exceptional customer service, with the ability to work evenings and weekends during Fair operations.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting agricultural programs, livestock operations, events, or educational programming.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing Farm exhibit goals, timelines, and operational plans.
• Coordinate daily operations including care of plants and animals, pens, and facilities.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, animal welfare, and biosecurity regulations.
• Help coordinate agricultural education programming, demonstrations, youth engagement, and interactive learning experiences.
• Support scheduling and coordination of presenters, exhibitors, volunteers, and staff.
• Manage supplies, procure needed items, and assist with exhibit setup and teardown.
• Provide excellent customer service to exhibitors, fairgoers, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Respond to inquiries regarding operations, programming, and participation opportunities.
• Maintain digital and physical records using department IT systems.

Skills

Team collaboration

Customer service

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Flexible hours

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

Del Mar Fairgrounds is seeking an Assistant for the Farm exhibit to help develop and deliver education, programming, and hands-on experiences for visitors. You will assist in coordinating demonstrations, youth engagement activities, and interactive displays, supporting Exhibit Coordinators in meeting goals and timelines.

The role requires strong organizational skills and exceptional customer service, with the ability to work evenings and weekends during Fair operations.