City of Chandler

Museum Education & Public Programs Coordinator

City of Chandler$73K — $106K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Museum Studies, Social Science, Public History, or related field
  • 3 years of experience in education and programming within a museum setting
  • Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
  • Equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered

Responsibilities

  • Develop and oversee educational programs for diverse audiences
  • Create engaging learning opportunities for children, families, and school groups
  • Ensure program excellence through staff development and mentoring
  • Conduct data-driven evaluations of educational programs
  • Collaborate with team members to drive inclusion and engagement

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package for full-time positions
  • Potential for professional growth within the museum sector
  • Regular work schedule primarily from Tuesday to Friday
  • Opportunity to influence educational practices in a community-oriented environment
Full Job Description
Salary: $73,819.20 - $106,995.20 Annually
Location : 175 S. Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ
Job Type: Full-time, Regular
Job Number:
Department: City Manager
Division: 4560-MUSEUM (1)
Opening Date: 06/18/2026
Closing Date: 7/6/2026 11:59 PM Arizona
FLSA: Exempt

Job Announcement

The City of Chandler Cultural Development Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Museum Education and Public Programs Coordinator. The position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Tuesday through Friday with regular weekend work on both Saturdays and Sundays, never more than every other weekend.

Current City of Chandler employees may only hold one position and are not eligible for additional part-time or secondary positions within the City of Chandler.

Who we are looking for
Our new team member will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are seeking an experienced education leader to create and oversee inclusive, engaging learning opportunities for children, families, adults, and school groups while ensuring program excellence through staff development and data-driven evaluation.

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Minimum qualifications
• A Bachelor's Degree in Museum Studies, Social Science, Public History or related field; and
• 3 years of experience in education and programming within a museum setting; and
• A valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

This is a regular full-time position, subject to a 6-month probationary period. A register of qualified candidates will be active for 4 months should another position become available.

The City of Chandler will conduct a driving record check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city's Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

The City of Chandler offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and some part-time positions. For more detailed information on the benefits offered, please
01

Do you have at least three (3) years of experience within a museum setting?
  • Yes
  • No

02

If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, please explain that experience. I you answered 'no' please write 'n/a'.
03

Do you have experience providing education and/or learning opportunities for children, families, adults, and school groups in a museum setting?
  • Yes
  • No

04

If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, please explain that experience. I you answered 'no' please write 'n/a'.
05

Do you have prior supervisory or lead experience?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

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