University of California - Santa Cruz
Youth Programs Coordinator
University of California - Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, California, us, 95061
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The IRD for this job is:
01/06/2026
ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW The Seymour Marine Discovery Center (SMDC), founded in 2000, serves as the outreach and public education component of the Science Division at the University of California, Santa Cruz. The Seymour Center educates people of all ages about coastal and marine science research and ocean conservation. The Center consists of a 17,500-square-foot facility with additional outdoor features on a cliff above the Pacific Ocean located on the UC Santa Cruz Coastal Science Campus. The overarching goal of the Seymour Marine Discovery Center is to instill in its visitors a deep and lasting appreciation of the role research plays in understanding and protecting the world's oceans.
More information can be found at: https://www.seymourcenter.ucsc.edu/
JOB SUMMARY Under the general supervision of the Education Director, the Youth Programs Coordinator serves as a lead instructor for K-12 school programs at UCSC's Seymour Marine Discovery Center. During the summer, the Youth Programs Coordinator develops programming and serves as lead instructor and coordinator for the Ocean Explorers marine science programs for children ages 7-14. The Youth Programs Coordinator responds to education program inquiries from the public and plans, organizes, and manages details associated with education program development, coordination, budget development, scheduling, and registration. The Youth Programs Coordinator assists the Education Director in all aspects of youth program development, coordination, and implementation. In addition, the Youth Programs Coordinator supervises teams of school volunteers throughout the year and visitor programs volunteers working at the Seymour Center as needed.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION Budgeted Salary:
$25.00 - $35.00/hour. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.
Benefits Level Eligibility:
Full benefits
Schedule Information:
Full-time, Fixed
Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
Days of the Week: Monday to Friday, with the occasional evening or weekend
Shift Includes: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Employee Classification:
Career appointment
Job End Date:
None
Work Location:
Off Campus - Seymour Marine Discovery Center
Union Representation:
TX Union
Job Code Classification:
004498 (MUSEUM EDUCATOR 2 TX)
Travel:
Up to 25% of the time
JOB DUTIES 50% - K-12 School and Youth Programs
Serves as lead instructor for K-12 school programs and drop-in programs daily.
Supervises and assists with training, scheduling, management, and evaluation of a team of 35 school program volunteers.
Assists with the development and improvement of school programs' curriculum, operations, props, and associated training materials for volunteers.
Tracks school programs' expenses and income for budget analysis. Manages school program registration processes, which include booking and scheduling school group visits (over 200 per year), handling money collection, sending confirmation packets, etc.
Assists with developing and maintaining educational props used in K-12 school programs.
Prepares materials needed for daily school programs. Manages all logistics, coordination, and customer service.
Assists Education Director with development, coordination, marketing, and implementation of youth and teacher programs (K-12 School Programs, Educator Professional Development and Resources, and Youth Programs, etc.).
35% - Summer Marine Science Education Program Manager and Lead Instructor
With the Education Director's support, manages all facets of the Seymour Center's summer Ocean Explorers marine science education programs for children ages 7-14. Ocean Explorers occurs in the summer. Approximately nine week-long sessions are offered. As the Ocean Explorers lead instructor, the Youth Programs Coordinator implements approximately four different thematic programs each year.
Develops, evaluates, and improves the curriculum of week-long marine science programs.
Coordinates all logistics and details of summer science programs, utilizing scientific research teams, vendors, and field sites along the central coast.
Provides instruction and interpretation for youth at Long Marine Lab and field sites throughout Monterey Bay.
Develops, tracks, and manages the budget for Ocean Explorers.
With the support of the Education Director, administers scholarships for low-income and underrepresented students.
Responds to Ocean Explorers program inquiries by phone and email.
Coordinates, manages, and improves the registration process (marketing, website updates, payment, insurance waivers, etc.) and all administrative work associated with the Ocean Explorers program.
Assures the safety of all summer camp participants (both students and volunteers) while at the lab and occasionally at remote and potentially hazardous field sites.
Supervises, trains, and schedules a team of 15 volunteers and student assistants to work with the Ocean Explorers program.
Trains and manages student assistant instructors. Designates workload and job responsibilities. Assists with recruitment and hiring.
Drives participating children in the 12-passenger van to field sites. Coordinates van reservations through UC Santa Cruz fleet services. Coordinates shuttle bus driver training with Risk Management and Fleet Service offices/EEB Department.
10% - Cross Team Collaboration
Coordinates with Volunteer Coordinator and Visitor Experience team to ensure educational programs function smoothly.
Supervises and provides ongoing training and support for volunteers, as needed.
Implements programs developed and designed in conjunction with the Volunteer Coordinator and Visitor Experience teams. Programs may include wet labs, dry labs, deck programs, auditorium programs, tours, etc.
Provides the general public with an engaging and educational experience.
Attends and reports at staff meetings.
5% - Special Projects and Events
Assists with all Seymour Center events, programs, tours, outreach, special projects, and daily operations as needed.
Assists with special fundraising events and programs outside of youth and visitor programming realms as needed.
Attends and participates in appreciation and recognition events/activities for all Seymour Center volunteers.
Writes updates and applies them to web pages and social media.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
BS or BA in marine biology, environmental studies, science education, or other comparable fields and/or equivalent experience/training.
CPR/First Aid/AED Certification.
Lifeguard Certification.
Continuing education in related field.
Experience developing, coordinating, and implementing education programs.
Creativity, enthusiasm, and exemplary teaching skills to engage school children in science-related activities.
Excellent group presentation skills and group management skills both in the classroom and outdoor settings.
Ability to manage and train diverse groups of people.
Ability to work with and supervise volunteer staff and students assistants, including directing and organizing work assignments.
Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with diverse groups of people of all ages.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to organize tasks and meet deadlines, and produce accurate work.
Thorough knowledge of local marine flora and fauna.
Ability to lead groups of children on daily hikes (up to five miles each day), tide pool explorations, mudflat explorations, camping, and kayaking trips.
Experience with or knowledge of budget, travel, accounting, and purchasing procedures. Math skills sufficient to calculate and monitor payments accurately. Knowledge of basic accounting principles and procedures sufficient to oversee, manage and project budgets.
Demonstrated comfort in and around the ocean with groups of children; excellent safety record required.
Flexibility to work effectively in a changing environment.
Ability to work independently on own initiative.
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Excellent phone and customer service skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bilingual written and verbal (English/Spanish).
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
Must possess, or obtain within 6 months of hire, a valid California Class B license to drive and participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) pull notice program.
Ability to work long periods of time at a computer with or without accommodation.
Ability to work long periods of time in wilderness conditions and to travel to remote areas.
Poison Oak is present. Incumbent must be willing to take the measures required to work in contact with and cut/remove poison oak.
Ability to safely perform the physical requirements necessary to move light to moderate objects up to 60 lbs., with or without accommodation.
The selected candidate will be required to work all scheduled hours on-site.
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as directed.
Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
Ability to travel to multiple work locations on and off campus.
Will be required to wear a University provided uniform.
Ability to walk/hike on uneven surfaces for up to five miles, with or without accommodation.
The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes,
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How to Apply
Troubleshooting
Tips for Applicants
FAQ's
INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD) UC Santa Cruz jobs are posted until filled. All application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring team for consideration. NOTE: Applicants who miss the IRD are still encouraged to apply; their materials will still be forwarded for consideration if requested by the hiring team. Application materials cannot be accepted outside of the jobs portal. Applications cannot be edited on an applicant's behalf. For more information about the IRD and the applicant review process, view this link.
The IRD for this job is:
01/06/2026
ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW The Seymour Marine Discovery Center (SMDC), founded in 2000, serves as the outreach and public education component of the Science Division at the University of California, Santa Cruz. The Seymour Center educates people of all ages about coastal and marine science research and ocean conservation. The Center consists of a 17,500-square-foot facility with additional outdoor features on a cliff above the Pacific Ocean located on the UC Santa Cruz Coastal Science Campus. The overarching goal of the Seymour Marine Discovery Center is to instill in its visitors a deep and lasting appreciation of the role research plays in understanding and protecting the world's oceans.
More information can be found at: https://www.seymourcenter.ucsc.edu/
JOB SUMMARY Under the general supervision of the Education Director, the Youth Programs Coordinator serves as a lead instructor for K-12 school programs at UCSC's Seymour Marine Discovery Center. During the summer, the Youth Programs Coordinator develops programming and serves as lead instructor and coordinator for the Ocean Explorers marine science programs for children ages 7-14. The Youth Programs Coordinator responds to education program inquiries from the public and plans, organizes, and manages details associated with education program development, coordination, budget development, scheduling, and registration. The Youth Programs Coordinator assists the Education Director in all aspects of youth program development, coordination, and implementation. In addition, the Youth Programs Coordinator supervises teams of school volunteers throughout the year and visitor programs volunteers working at the Seymour Center as needed.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION Budgeted Salary:
$25.00 - $35.00/hour. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.
Benefits Level Eligibility:
Full benefits
Schedule Information:
Full-time, Fixed
Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
Days of the Week: Monday to Friday, with the occasional evening or weekend
Shift Includes: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Employee Classification:
Career appointment
Job End Date:
None
Work Location:
Off Campus - Seymour Marine Discovery Center
Union Representation:
TX Union
Job Code Classification:
004498 (MUSEUM EDUCATOR 2 TX)
Travel:
Up to 25% of the time
JOB DUTIES 50% - K-12 School and Youth Programs
Serves as lead instructor for K-12 school programs and drop-in programs daily.
Supervises and assists with training, scheduling, management, and evaluation of a team of 35 school program volunteers.
Assists with the development and improvement of school programs' curriculum, operations, props, and associated training materials for volunteers.
Tracks school programs' expenses and income for budget analysis. Manages school program registration processes, which include booking and scheduling school group visits (over 200 per year), handling money collection, sending confirmation packets, etc.
Assists with developing and maintaining educational props used in K-12 school programs.
Prepares materials needed for daily school programs. Manages all logistics, coordination, and customer service.
Assists Education Director with development, coordination, marketing, and implementation of youth and teacher programs (K-12 School Programs, Educator Professional Development and Resources, and Youth Programs, etc.).
35% - Summer Marine Science Education Program Manager and Lead Instructor
With the Education Director's support, manages all facets of the Seymour Center's summer Ocean Explorers marine science education programs for children ages 7-14. Ocean Explorers occurs in the summer. Approximately nine week-long sessions are offered. As the Ocean Explorers lead instructor, the Youth Programs Coordinator implements approximately four different thematic programs each year.
Develops, evaluates, and improves the curriculum of week-long marine science programs.
Coordinates all logistics and details of summer science programs, utilizing scientific research teams, vendors, and field sites along the central coast.
Provides instruction and interpretation for youth at Long Marine Lab and field sites throughout Monterey Bay.
Develops, tracks, and manages the budget for Ocean Explorers.
With the support of the Education Director, administers scholarships for low-income and underrepresented students.
Responds to Ocean Explorers program inquiries by phone and email.
Coordinates, manages, and improves the registration process (marketing, website updates, payment, insurance waivers, etc.) and all administrative work associated with the Ocean Explorers program.
Assures the safety of all summer camp participants (both students and volunteers) while at the lab and occasionally at remote and potentially hazardous field sites.
Supervises, trains, and schedules a team of 15 volunteers and student assistants to work with the Ocean Explorers program.
Trains and manages student assistant instructors. Designates workload and job responsibilities. Assists with recruitment and hiring.
Drives participating children in the 12-passenger van to field sites. Coordinates van reservations through UC Santa Cruz fleet services. Coordinates shuttle bus driver training with Risk Management and Fleet Service offices/EEB Department.
10% - Cross Team Collaboration
Coordinates with Volunteer Coordinator and Visitor Experience team to ensure educational programs function smoothly.
Supervises and provides ongoing training and support for volunteers, as needed.
Implements programs developed and designed in conjunction with the Volunteer Coordinator and Visitor Experience teams. Programs may include wet labs, dry labs, deck programs, auditorium programs, tours, etc.
Provides the general public with an engaging and educational experience.
Attends and reports at staff meetings.
5% - Special Projects and Events
Assists with all Seymour Center events, programs, tours, outreach, special projects, and daily operations as needed.
Assists with special fundraising events and programs outside of youth and visitor programming realms as needed.
Attends and participates in appreciation and recognition events/activities for all Seymour Center volunteers.
Writes updates and applies them to web pages and social media.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
BS or BA in marine biology, environmental studies, science education, or other comparable fields and/or equivalent experience/training.
CPR/First Aid/AED Certification.
Lifeguard Certification.
Continuing education in related field.
Experience developing, coordinating, and implementing education programs.
Creativity, enthusiasm, and exemplary teaching skills to engage school children in science-related activities.
Excellent group presentation skills and group management skills both in the classroom and outdoor settings.
Ability to manage and train diverse groups of people.
Ability to work with and supervise volunteer staff and students assistants, including directing and organizing work assignments.
Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with diverse groups of people of all ages.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to organize tasks and meet deadlines, and produce accurate work.
Thorough knowledge of local marine flora and fauna.
Ability to lead groups of children on daily hikes (up to five miles each day), tide pool explorations, mudflat explorations, camping, and kayaking trips.
Experience with or knowledge of budget, travel, accounting, and purchasing procedures. Math skills sufficient to calculate and monitor payments accurately. Knowledge of basic accounting principles and procedures sufficient to oversee, manage and project budgets.
Demonstrated comfort in and around the ocean with groups of children; excellent safety record required.
Flexibility to work effectively in a changing environment.
Ability to work independently on own initiative.
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Excellent phone and customer service skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bilingual written and verbal (English/Spanish).
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
Must possess, or obtain within 6 months of hire, a valid California Class B license to drive and participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) pull notice program.
Ability to work long periods of time at a computer with or without accommodation.
Ability to work long periods of time in wilderness conditions and to travel to remote areas.
Poison Oak is present. Incumbent must be willing to take the measures required to work in contact with and cut/remove poison oak.
Ability to safely perform the physical requirements necessary to move light to moderate objects up to 60 lbs., with or without accommodation.
The selected candidate will be required to work all scheduled hours on-site.
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as directed.
Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
Ability to travel to multiple work locations on and off campus.
Will be required to wear a University provided uniform.
Ability to walk/hike on uneven surfaces for up to five miles, with or without accommodation.
The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes,
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