Employment Opportunities
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The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Under the guidance of its Board of Directors, the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History operates in support of its Mission: Connecting People with Nature and Science to Inspire Stewardship of the Natural World.
The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History has been connecting people to the wonders of the natural world for over 100 years. Through our extraordinary location, interactive displays, engaging programs, and special collections, the Museum highlights the region’s diverse natural history, from the shores of the Monterey Bay to the summit of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Administrative Assistant
Under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Administrative Assistant has primary responsibility for day-to-day administration of the office. This individual oversees database management, AP/AR, manages calendars, filing, processing of memberships and contributions, and assists with bookkeeping and IT. As with all Museum personnel, the Administrative Assistant is expected to represent the Museum in a professional, positive manner to all stakeholders. Learn more here.
Summer Camp Instructor
Under the supervision of the Education Specialist, Summer Camp Instructors will work with Museum staff, interns, and volunteers to create a fun, safe, and educational experience for everyone. Summer Camp Instructors are responsible for co-facilitating the Museum’s day camp programs for students entering grades K-6. This is a temporary full-time (40 hours per week) position for 8 weeks (June 8th – July 31st, 2026). Learn more here.
Visitor Services Representative
The Visitor Services Representative is generally responsible for a successful visitor experience in the Museum. As the first and last staff member to engage most visitors, they must provide a high level of customer service and are responsible for a broad range of activities including selling admission and memberships, overseeing access to the Museum, engaging with visitors in the exhibit spaces, retail store, and other Visitor Service posts as needed. Learn more here.
