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.
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.
Bilingual Outreach and Volunteer Specialist
The Bilingual Outreach & Volunteer Specialist expands the reach of Museum programs through community programming and volunteer coordination. The volunteer and outreach programs are deeply rooted in our core value of building community around a shared curiosity for and appreciation of the natural environment. Learn more here.
Director of Education
The Director of Education leads the Education Department with vision and long-term strategy, overseeing the Museum’s diverse roster of science education programs, including school field trips, youth programs, public programs, and community outreach. This includes developing curriculum, didactic, and interpretive materials to support programming and in-gallery learning in alignment with the interpretive plan and vision for the education department. They provide supervision and direction of the Education team, which includes the instructors of both public and school/ youth educational programs, as well as the Museum gardener, and collaborate with staff across departments to ensure that the Museum meets its mission through engaging programming. They oversee the operations and budgets for programming and support development to fund department needs. As a primary member of the SCMNH leadership team, they provide strategic guidance and leadership org-wide. Learn more here.
