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Education & Community Engagement
The Education and Community Engagement team at Palm Springs Art Museum develops and organizes a wide range of public and learning programs, including Free Thursday Nights, Family+, Art at the Library, exhibition lectures and discussions, and special events such as Día de los Muertos and Black History Month programs.

The department collaborates with key community partners—including the Palm Springs Black History Committee, Palm Springs Architectural Alliance, Alianza, Youth Leadership Institute, and Raíces—to expand access, deepen engagement, and ensure programming reflects the diversity of the region.

Youth Impact Education Manager
Palm Springs Art Museum
Full-Time | Salaried
Reports to: Chief Education and Community Engagement Officer
Salary: $72,000 annually

This position is generously funded for 3 years and is subject to renewal thereafter.

 The position will remain open until May 15, 2026 or until a sufficient pool of qualified applicants has been received. 

Position Summary

The Youth Impact Education Manager leads the Museum’s K–12 school tour and art lesson programs while supporting broader education and community engagement initiatives. This role oversees program design, staff and docent training, curriculum development, and school partnerships to deliver engaging, inclusive, and standards-aligned learning experiences.

In consultation with the Chief Education and Community Engagement Officer, the Manager will also support the growth of Youth Impact and other education programs.

Key Responsibilities

K–12 School Tour & Art Lesson Program

• Lead the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of school tour and art lesson programs
• Build and maintain partnerships with local schools and districts; align programming with state standards and classroom curriculum
• Manage scheduling, communications, outreach, and program logistics
• Recruit, train, and evaluate Art Educators to ensure high-quality instruction and visitor experience

Docent Liaison & Training

• Coordinate with Docent leadership on scheduling and communications
• Develop and implement ongoing training and professional development for Docents
• Provide specialized training for Elementary and Upper Elementary touring Docents
• Collaborate with Volunteer Coordinator and Docent Education Lead on evaluation and program alignment

Educational Materials & Resources

• Develop and manage educational materials, including lesson plans, teacher resources, exhibition guides, and artwork spotlights
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications, content creators, and designers
• Ensure materials are accessible, inclusive, and aligned with grade-level learning goals

Program Operations & Collaboration

• Oversee contracts, documentation, and compliance requirements
• Track participation and program outcomes; provide reports to leadership
• Collaborate across departments and with community partners on public programs and outreach

Youth Impact & Education Programs

• Work with leadership to sustainably grow Youth Impact and related education programs

Key Competencies

• Museum education program leadership
• Curriculum and resource development
• K–12 school and district partnerships
• Docent, staff, and volunteer training
• Project and operations management
• Cross-department and community collaboration
• Assessment and reporting

Key Qualifications

• Experience in museum education, classroom teaching, or arts education
• Strong understanding of K–12 curriculum standards and instructional design
• Experience working with schools, districts, and diverse communities
• Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple programs in a fast-paced environment

The Security Officer is responsible for the protection and safety of the art, visitors, and staff. Patrol and monitor premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of points of entry.

Job Classification: Full Time / Part Time  Hourly / Non-exempt

Department: Security

Reports To: Security Manager, Assistant Security Manager And Security Supervisors

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure environment by patrolling and monitoring premises.
• Performs fire watch duties as directed, and assists in emergency evacuation of visitors and staff when required.
• When assigned to night shifts, performs safety and hazard patrols throughout public and all non-public areas.
• Responds to exhibit case or fire alarms and reports conditions by radio to Control.
• Reports to supervisor any damage to exhibits, unsafe conditions, loose floor tiles, torn window shades, etc., also any unusual occurrences such as minor accidents, and other cases requiring additional help or authority.
• Inspect access points during closing.
• Inspect fire extinguishers while patrolling.
• Perform opening and closing procedures.
• Actively support an environment of teamwork, cooperation, and service excellence.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

• Professionalism, dependability, alertness.
• Good communication and customer service skills are a must as visitors interact with security officers with questions and concerns.
• Must have strong work values and quick decision making.

Qualifications

Must have a current Guard Card and pass a background check. Must have good social skills and be team-oriented. Must be flexible and resourceful. High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred. Previous security guard experience is preferred.

Application:

To apply for a position, please send a letter of interest and resume to:
Search Committee at jobs@psmuseum.org (No phone calls please)