Center Coordinator

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Facility Rentals & Event Management (50%)

• Manage the full rental process, including inquiries, site visits, scheduling, contracts, and communication with renters
• Enter rental details into the scheduling system and coordinate with staff and partners to avoid conflicts
• Serve as on-site event supervisor during evening/weekend rentals on a rotating schedule shared with the Manager and other staff
• Oversee and assist with set-up, clean-up, and room readiness; ensure safety, security, and adherence to facility rules
• Coordinate with building/grounds staff to ensure spaces are clean, safe, and properly supplied before and after events

Leadership & Operations Support (25%)

• Serve as second in leadership to the Center Manager and act as point person in their absence
• Assist with oversight of daily operations, staff coordination, and visitor services
• Provide leadership in implementing safety guidelines, operational procedures, and emergency response
• Support training, direction, and evaluation of staff and volunteers

Community Engagement (10%)

• Engage visitors of all ages on The Discovery Center’s history, amenities, resources, and available programming when covering the information desk or on grounds
• Promote programs and events by preparing flyers, posters, and media content
• Support school and public programs as assigned

Grounds, Facility & Safety Support (10%)

• Assist in planning and implementing grounds maintenance tasks, including invasive species removal, trail upkeep, and general outdoor stewardship
• Support facility cleanliness, and inventory management of tools, equipment, and supplies
• Monitor and report safety hazards, facility issues, and visitor concerns 

Administrative & Financial Support (5%)

• Assist with financial transactions, inventory tracking, and basic record-keeping
• Help maintain booking logs, rental revenue records, and operational documentation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in environmental education, hospitality, event management, recreation, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in nature centers, parks, event hosting, facility management, or customer-facing operations
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational ability and attention to detail
• Ability to lift 25–50 lbs, work indoors/outdoors in varied weather, and be on your feet for extended periods
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, scheduling platforms, and email communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to speak Spanish is a plus
• Experience supervising staff or volunteers
• Knowledge of local ecology, birds, or conservation fieldwork

Work Schedule and Compensation

• Full-time, Tuesday through Saturday and rotating evening coverage for events
• Shared event coverage ensures no single employee is responsible for all rental events
• $21-$22/hr, 40 hours per week 
• Overtime eligible
• Eligible for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• Paid time off (vacation and sick time)
• Eligible to participate in Employer Sponsored 403B plan