Help set the stage for all children to imagine and learn through play as the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine’s (CMTM) Exhibits Assistant!
POSITION PURPOSE
Reporting to the Exhibits Manager, the Exhibits Assistant is responsible for the daily care and operation of indoor and outdoor exhibits, including ball and water play areas. Exhibits Assistants are integral to the daily operations of the Museum & Theatre as they ensure the exhibits are on and ready for visitors, they keep the exhibits running smoothly, they ensure exhibits are safe and clean for visitors, and they assist with mechanical and carpentry needs of the team.
POSITION SUMMARY
Exhibit Maintenance & Cleaning:
● routine maintenance of exhibits (i.e. vacuuming motors, scrubbing water tables,), and cleaning exhibit components, including daily laundry
● routine exhibits checks to ensure exhibits are working properly, including daily water tests
● follow all exhibits maintenance plans and schedules
Exhibits Repairs:
● repair broken exhibits as they occur
● secure broken exhibits to ensure safety of visitors
● follow all exhibits repair plans and schedules
Opening & Closing Exhibits:
● turn on & off exhibits
● troubleshoot timer malfunctions as they arise
● safety checks before visitors arrive and at the end of the day
Theatre Set Work:
● support the load in of theatre sets as assigned
● support the demo / load out of theatre sets as assigned
Exhibit Fabrication:
● support the fabrication of new exhibit components as assigned
● support the fabrication of activity components as needed (i.e. traveling displays, program supplies)
Maintaining a Clean and Safe Workplace:
● ensure the fabrication shop is clean and organized at all times
● ensure all workspaces are clean and tidy at all times
Visitor Connections:
● When working on exhibits, explain or demonstrate the project to curious visitors
● Meet the needs of visitors as they arise in relation to exhibits
Additional duties as identified by supervisor
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
● Experience working with children and families;
● Knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical systems as pertaining to exhibits;
● Experience and comfort using handheld power tools including but not limited to impact driver, power drill, sander, grinder, etc
● Adept at problem solving simple repairs including those requiring handheld tool use
● Ability to adhere to maintenance schedules
● Demonstrated ability to maintain a clean, safe work environment
PREFERRED SKILLS
● Basic shop practices, woodworking, machining, metalworking, finishing, sewing/mending, and painting;
● Museum or Science Center exhibit experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
● Ability to lift 50 lbs
● Ability to climb ladders up to 16’ high
● Ability to climb into exhibit components to work and clean in confined exhibit spaces
● Ability to navigate uneven terrain
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
● Organized with time management skills
● Energized by CMTM’s mission and values
● Team player with a strong capacity to work independently
● Comfort focusing on day-to-day tasks and projects
● Positive attitude, a customer-service orientation, and a demonstrated ability to thrive working in a nimble, fast-paced environment
SCHEDULE
Part time, hourly position. 21 hours per week: Tuesday 11-3; Friday 8-4:30; Saturday 8-4:30. Occasional per-diem hours for special evening events.
COMPENSATION
$19.19 / hour plus $5,250 annual benefit pay.
Benefit pay can be used toward a cafeteria plan of benefits including health insurance (2 options, HSA available), dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short & long-term disability, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, 4013B (retirement) plan contributions, 529 (education) plan contributions, and/or HSA (health savings) contributions.
Benefit pay may also be taken as pay in lieu of benefits.
Additional benefits include:
● paid time off: 9 hours/month of paid vacation leave and 2 hours/month of paid sick leave
● annual free membership (for yourself or to give as gift)
● monthly free admission passes
● free theatre admission
● snacks, tea & coffee available daily onsite
● staff events such as outings, parties, and lunches
CMTM has an equitable system of pay that offers a base rate based on position, longevity pay increases over time, merit based raise opportunities, and cost of living base wage updates. This system is designed for equity and as such we do not have the ability to negotiate the compensation listed above.
HOW TO APPLY
Each applicant is required to email a resume, CMTM employment application, letter of interest, and an exhibits and design portfolio.
CMTM Employment Application can be found at https://www.kitetails.org/jobs Applications are accepted via email.
Job Application Deadline: April 28th, or until a candidate is found.
ABOUT CMTM
At the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine, we set the stage for every child to imagine and learn through play.
We value Belonging.
Everyone belongs at the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine. We believe each person has value and worth; we celebrate what makes each of us unique and what binds us together as a strong community
We value Play.
We embrace the power of play to build resilience, spark creativity, and ignite a child’s imagination. Play inspires our work, our physical spaces, our storytelling, and our learning experiences.
We value Community.
We center community in all we do. We strive to be an inclusive partner and resource in order to build strong, lasting relationships.
We value Curiosity.
We believe curiosity inspires children to explore, build empathy, and connect with others. Learning fueled by curiosity leads to a deeper understanding of self and the world around us.
We value Trust.
We provide safe, inclusive experiences and spaces to ensure that the community’s trust is earned and upheld in all that we do.
The Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine is an equal opportunity employer. We prioritize diversity amongst our team and leadership, and we strongly encourage people of all traditionally marginalized identities to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
We are committed to making our facilities and programs accessible and safe for all members of our community, staff, and volunteers. We are actively working to increase accessibility and usability of our website, building, and educational activities. Supervisors work collaboratively with employees to make accommodations and modifications to accommodate the employee’s needs, including physical changes, assistive technologies, accessible communications, and policy enhancements. In doing so, we adhere to the available standards and guidelines and, in many cases, go beyond the guidelines to uphold our philosophy that our staff should have a safe and welcoming work environment where they can learn and grow. For a full description of our facility’s accessibility, please visit: www.kitetails.org/accessibility