Special Exhibits Supervisor

Desert Botanical Garden is seeking an experienced and motivated Project and Operations Manager to lead the Fall and Spring butterfly exhibits. This role involves a comprehensive project, operational, and financial management, including planning, overseeing staff and volunteers, ensuring USDA APHIS compliance, and maintaining the health and safety of live animal stock.

Key Responsibilities:

• Budget Management: Develop and manage exhibit budgets, track expenses, and report on budget performance.
• Staff and Volunteer Leadership: Oversee recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance of exhibit staff and volunteers; provide regular feedback and recognition.
• Exhibit Development and Training: Collaborate with the Senior Director of Exhibits to create seasonal training programs and conduct sessions to enhance visitor experience.
• USDA Compliance: Ensure adherence to USDA APHIS regulations for plant and animal security, manage permits, and compile annual reports.
• Animal Care: Maintain health and well-being of live animals, secure food sources, and manage live inventory plans.
• Collaboration with Horticulture: Communicate with the Horticulture team to meet plant needs and address maintenance issues.
• Data Management and Reporting: Track attendance, prepare reports, and analyze visitor trends to support future planning.
• Communication and Outreach: Update staff and volunteers, facilitate media interactions, and organize special sessions.
• Exhibit Maintenance and Development: Contribute to program development, exhibit evaluation, and interdepartmental collaboration.
• Safety and Facilities: Monitor work orders and ensure safety protocols and repairs are maintained.
• Signage and Supplies: Create temporary signage, manage supply inventory, and maintain department resources.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or four years of relevant experience.
• Experience: Supervisory or management experience, ideally in project or exhibit management.
• Skills:
  • Strong interpersonal, customer service, and decision-making abilities.
  • Team leadership and volunteer management.
  • Effective time management, organization, and problem-solving.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and stand for long periods.
• Other: Background check and fingerprint clearance required.

Work Environment:

• Primarily office-based, with periodic work in the butterfly pavilion.
• Manual dexterity and ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
• Occasional outdoor work in extreme temperatures.