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Denver Botanic Gardens · 7 hours ago

Assistant Manager of School and Plains Programs

Aurora, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

Denver Botanic Gardens is a renowned botanical garden and pioneer in water conservation, seeking a Full Time Assistant Manager of School and Plains Programs in their Education Department. This role involves managing and supporting various school and camp programs, supervising staff and volunteers, and ensuring effective communication and program delivery for PreK-12th grade students.

E-Commerce

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Prepares and delivers assigned programs, including but not limited to onsite guided tours, school field trips, camps, events, classes, and offsite outreach

Manages schedules, records, and communicates programs, facilities, instructors, resources, contract requirements, registrations and other data

Coordinates logistics of and prepares for assigned programs, including but not limited to staffing, materials, equipment, records, and adherence to guidelines

Leads programs at Denver Botanic Gardens locations for groups of school-age students

Provides program introduction to groups of elementary-age students, teachers, and parent chaperones

Teaches online or virtual programs to school-age students

Teaches Cultivation Cruiser programs to groups of PreK-12th grade students at area schools and other locations

Ensures relevant records for instructing staff are up to date, including but not limited to training and adherence to health and safety guidelines

Maintains accurate and timely communication with staff at other Gardens’ sites. Ensures supervisors have up-to-date knowledge about all relevant matters

Leads children in hands-on, interactive activities during programming

Supervises children during lunchtimes or play times

Maintains a safe environment for participants and addresses first aid issues

Coordinates and supervises volunteers as part of the Education team, including regular information-sharing and communication. Implements volunteer training sessions specific to assigned programming

Maintains files, keeps records, and prepares reports as needed

Delivers presentations, trainings and programs as needed

Researches and resolves disputes and problems within established guidelines

Analyzes and communicates the effects or results of programs, efforts and initiatives to further departmental and institutional goals

Works with all departments to assure the highest quality experience for all Denver Botanic Gardens visitors

Works in cooperation with Plains Conservation Center stakeholders such as the City of Aurora staff to ensure program success. Follows established partnership protocols

Maintains satisfactory working relationships with managers, co-workers and others

Maintains a positive, helpful and solution-oriented demeanor when responding to or serving members and visitors

Regular attendance at the worksite may be required. As with all positions at Denver Botanic Gardens, the incumbent must be in good performance standing to be eligible for remote work. Remote work is at the discretion of management at all times

All Gardens employees must be committed to the mission of connecting people with plants, especially plants from the Rocky Mountain region and similar regions around the world, providing delight and enlightenment to everyone

Qualification

Program managementTeaching experienceSupervisory experienceCustomer serviceMicrosoft SuiteFirst Aid CertificationCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsFlexibilityProblem-solving

Required

Must be able to maintain accurate records, files, and schedules

Must be able to effectively prioritize, supervise, and collaborate with other Gardens staff

Must have proven excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills in dealing with the public

Must currently possess, or be able to obtain, a valid Colorado State driver's license, plus an acceptable driving record. Reliable access to a dependable, insured, and the privately-owned vehicle is necessary

Must currently qualify, or be able to qualify, as a childcare lead teacher, including CPR and First Aid Certification

Must have demonstrated knowledge, skill and ability in relevant programming and management

Must have proven excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills in dealing with the public

Ability to maintain stability under pressure and able to deal well with stressful situations

Ability to be flexible and willing to modify plans when necessary, throughout the day

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and/or holidays

Knowledge of Microsoft Suite products, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook and Teams

Ability to work overtime as necessary

Must be a positive representative of the Gardens both internally and externally at all times

Must work with respect and cooperation at all times with fellow employees and the public

Must be committed to working safely at all times

Bachelor's degree and/or combination of education and equivalent experience is required

Minimum of 4 years of experience in teaching school aged children is required

Minimum 2 years supervisory experience required

Position requires a valid driver's license

Preferred

Previous experience leading a program site, satellite location, or similar efforts

More extensive teaching or supervisory experience is preferred, including previous experience in formal community or higher education, school settings, outdoor education, or informal education at gardens or museums