Senior Manager of Teen & Family Programs
Seattle Art Museum
- Seattle, WA
- $89,300-94,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
COMPENSATION: $89,300 – $94,000 annuallyWORK SCHEDULEThis role is scheduled for standard business hours, Monday–Friday, but requires flexibility to support early mornings, evenings, and weekends for events and programs. This position is hybrid eligible under SAM’s current policy (subject to change).BENEFITS
Full-time employees are eligible for SAM’s comprehensive benefits package, including:Medical, dental, and vision insurance.Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays).403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match.Employee assistance program (EAP).Free museum admission and discounts at the SAM Shop and Café.ABOUT SAMSeattle Art Museum’s vision is to be the museum for all of Seattle—a bold, dynamic hub of creativity, belonging, and cultural leadership, shaping the future of art and community. We aim to create a welcoming community where people find inspiration and discover our common humanity through exceptional art and engaging programs.As the leading visual arts institution in the Pacific Northwest, SAM shares its global connections, powerful exhibitions, and dynamic programs to engage, educate, and inspire. SAM is a vibrant, three-site organization that is supported by 365 employees, 10 executive leaders, and more than 200 volunteers.WE ARE LOOKING FORA creative, collaborative educator and manager who thrives at building connections across youth, families, and intergenerational audiences. You’ll bring:Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in education, art education, curriculum & instruction, museum studies, or related field (or equivalent experience).At least 5 years of classroom teaching, museum education, or arts/culture-based teaching experience, including 3 years in a management role.Strong knowledge of youth development models, informal learning practices, and educational pedagogy.Demonstrated ability to engage diverse populations of youth and families.Strong supervisory skills with experience mentoring teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.Excellent communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences.Sound judgment, strong problem-solving, and time management skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Asana, Slack, and online research.Ability to pass and maintain a security background check.Preferred QualificationsMaster’s degree in a related field.Four years of supervisory experience in a museum or similar environment.Expertise in learning theories and informal education practices.WORK CONDITIONSExposure: Primarily indoors in climate-controlled environments, with some outdoor and offsite programming.
Stationary Work: About 80% at a desk; 20% moving through workspaces or standing for extended periods during events.
Communication: Clear and effective communication in English with staff, partners, and the public is essential.
Office Work: Regular use of computers, phones, and office equipment required.ACCOMMODATIONIf you need assistance applying for a role due to a disability or additional need, please let us know at hr@seattleartmuseum.orgThe Seattle Art Museum will consider reasonable accommodations for all employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions/duties of this position. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hr@seattleartmuseum.orgCelebrating difference. At Seattle Art Museum, our members, visitors, and local community come from all walks of life, and so do our employees, volunteers, and interns. The plurality of our identities and experiences strengthens our mission: connecting art to life. Our mission and vision call us to be responsive to a multitude of cultural contexts and lived experiences, and as such, our Strategic Plan directly addresses the role art plays in empowering and elevating social justice movements, and promoting structural change to further equity in our society. SAM is particularly dedicated to racial equity in the workplace, because we know that people of color are the most impacted when it comes to both historical and present inequities. We know that equity is not a single fixed destination, it’s ongoing reckoning. As SAM continually strives to be a more inclusive and equitable workplace, we are particularly interested in engaging with those who have been historically underrepresented in the museum field. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace, and a sense of belonging for each and every employee, because we know our organization is at its best when we celebrate difference.SAM is an equal opportunity employer. We are an equal opportunity employer, and consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, sensory, physical, or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship or immigration status, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. If you need assistance applying for a role due to a disability or additional need, please let us know at hr@seattleartmuseum.org. The Seattle Art Museum will consider reasonable accommodations for all employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions/duties of the role. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hr@seattleartmuseum.org. For candidates, we ask that, if possible, you wait until you're invited to a screen, online technical assessment or interview before requesting an accommodation.We encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace, and a sense of belonging for each and every employee, because we know our organization is at its best when we include, celebrate and embrace difference. We encourage you to submit an application, even if your experience doesn’t feel like a 100% match with the position. We know applying for a job can be intimidating, and research tells us that womxn and folks of color are less likely to apply if they don't see themselves meeting or exceeding every single qualification listed. We encourage you to apply, even if you feel unsure about whether you meet every requirement in this job post. You could very well be a great fit for this role or others.Requirements for employment. In order to be employed by the Seattle Art Museum, you must reside in the state of Washington. Employment at SAM is contingent upon successful clearing and maintenance of clearance in both a federal and state criminal background check.Want to learn more? If you haven't already, check out our for more on working at SAM.Though we'd love to be able to reply to every question that crosses our desk, due to the high volume of applications we receive, our HR team is unfortunately unable to offer a response to inquiries requesting search status updates, inquiries about hiring timeline, or requests to be put in touch with directly with the Hiring Team. If your experiences and capabilities are well suited to an open role, our Recruiter or the Hiring Manager will reach out directly to schedule an interview. Thanks for your understanding!Powered by JazzHR