"Youth & Family Programs Assistant"

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Youth & Family Programs Assistant

Job Summary Join a team where curiosity, creativity, and fun collide. Do you want to make a difference in the life of a child while working with a professional, dynamic, and creative team? Want to build skills, make new friends, and gain real job experience? At the Natural History Museum of Utah, you'll work with a supportive team dedicated to inspiring curiosity about science and the natural world. Whether it's leading hands-on activities, engaging young learners, or working behind the scenes, you'll play a key role in creating unforgettable experiences. About the Role: This is an entry-level position with responsibilities that shift throughout the year.

• Summer (June-August): Support our award-winning summer camp by helping with set-up, clean-up, supply prep, and assisting with activities—including leading part of the program!
• Rest of the Year (September-May): Assist with other exciting programs such as birthday parties, youth classes, late nights, and Museum sleepovers.

Staff receive training in communication, collaboration, classroom management, critical thinking, and informal education strategies—all valuable skills for future careers. We're looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and self-motivated individuals who enjoy working with children, thrive in a team environment, and are eager to learn and grow. Responsibilities

• Support Exceptional Programs - Collaborate with our team to ensure every program is fun, engaging, and packed with high-quality learning experiences.
• Bring Activities to Life - Help set up and facilitate hands-on science experiments, creative projects, and exciting activities that spark curiosity and excitement in young learners.
• Keep Things Running Smoothly - Assist with program logistics, from organizing materials to ensuring seamless transitions between activities.
• Create a Clean & Inspiring Space - Help deliver supplies, set up interactive lab spaces, and ensure everything is tidy and ready for the next adventure.
• Be a Supervision Superstar - Help keep an eye on participants, ensuring they stay safe, engaged, and having a blast throughout the program time.
• Deliver WOW-Worthy Customer Service - Be a friendly, helpful presence, making every interaction a positive one.
• Jump In Where Needed - Be flexible and ready to assist with other programming needs as they arise-team players help make the magic happen!

Minimum Qualifications This is an entry-level position. Training will be provided. Must demonstrate an interest in learning about child development and guidance; a willingness to take direction from the assigned teacher; willing to obtain a food handlers permit, TB test, Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) background check, first aid training are required. Demonstrated human relation and effective human relations skills are also required. Preferences

• Experience with Young Explorers - You've worked with kids in camps, classrooms, museums, or other informal learning spaces and know how to spark their curiosity.
• Reliable & Organized - You're the person who shows up on time, ready to go, with everything in order. Dependability is your middle name!
• A Fantastic Communicator - Whether you're giving directions, answering questions, or leading an activity, you know how to connect with participants and teammates.
• Energetic & Self-Motivated - You bring enthusiasm, take initiative, and aren't afraid to dive in to create an unforgettable experience.
• Passionate About STEAM & Nature - You have a broad knowledge of science, technology, engineering, art, and math-or at least a strong curiosity to learn more!
• Customer Service Pro - You're friendly, approachable, and ready to help, ensuring every participant has a positive experience.
• Bilingual? Even Better! - Spanish speakers (or proficiency in another language) are a huge plus in making our programs more welcoming.

Special Instructions Please provide a cover letter telling us why you hope to work at the Natural History Museum of Utah and what skills you'll bring to our programming. Requisition Number: PRN16499N Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Work Schedule Summary: The schedule varies seasonally based on programming needs:
• Summer (June-August): Primarily weekdays, with an occasional weekend (advanced notice provided). Staff training occurs the first full week of June and is mandatory. Camp weeks run Monday-Thursday, approximately 7:45am-4:45pm. Fridays include a one-hour morning meeting.
• Fall-Spring (September-May): Primarily weekends, with occasional Friday afternoons or evenings and most Saturdays and Sundays.
• Schedules may shift slightly depending on program needs. Department: 00018 - Utah Museum of Natl Hist Oper Location: Campus Pay Rate Range: 15.00-16.50 Close Date: 12/15/2025 To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/191585