Balboa Park Jobs Information

As the largest urban cultural park in the nation, Balboa Park is home to various famous performing arts venues, breathtaking gardens and renowned museums. Balboa Park also boasts an ever-changing calendar of concerts, classes, museum exhibitions and performances. This must-see San Diego attraction welcomes approximately 14 million visitors every year as there's always something new for guests. You may find it difficult to decide what to do during your visit to the park.

The great urban cultural park encompasses 1,200 acres and is one of the nation's oldest sites used for public recreation. The park was built on the original location of the 1915 Panama-California Exposition and 1935 California Pacific International Exposition. Both of them created architectural landmarks for the entire park.

Balboa Park is a primary tourist attraction for visitors to the city of San Diego. Working at the park involves much fun and pleasure undoubtedly. As a city park, Balboa Park is operated and maintained by the Parks and Recreation Department of San Diego. Balboa Park also hires employees through the City of San Diego's Personnel Department. You can find job postings and applications at the City of San Diego Employment Information Center. It's located on the first floor of the City Administration Building, which is situated at 202 C Street, San Diego, CA 92101. The job hotline for the city of San Diego is 619-682-1011.

City of San Diego Employment Information Center

http://apps.sandiego.gov/pjaol/currjob/open.jsp

Balboa Park consists of numerous cultural attractions. Each cultural attraction at Balboa Park is a separate organization, which has its own job listings and hiring policies. You can find position postings on the Balboa Park Beat blog. Or you can visit your interested cultural attractions' websites for job and volunteer info. Most cultural attractions at Balboa Park offer job and volunteering opportunities currently.

- Museum of Photographic Arts

The Museum of Photographic Arts has two job openings currently: Gallery Attendant and Special Event Staff. The position of Gallery Attendant will work in the Museum Store, in the galleries and in Admissions. Candidates must be able to work on weekends and holidays, including some evenings. Demonstrated experience with excellent customer service is required. Excellent verbal and writing skills are essential. To apply for the position, please submit a cover letter with experience relevant to graphic design, web design, photography, retail sales, business management or retail merchandising. You also need to submit your resume and list of three references. Please send your application materials to Megg Sohn, Store & Visitor Services Manager.

Special Event Staff works to provide support for the successful execution of both internal and external events. Other responsibilities include assistance with vendor and client load in and load out. The position also works with Special Events Lead to meet clients' special requirements and needs throughout the event. To qualify for the jobs, minimum of one year experience in event coordination and excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required. Essential application materials include cover letter, resume and list of three references. Please email your materials to Melissa Pfeiffer, Special Event Manager. Or you can mail to Museum of Graphic Arts, 1649 EI Prado, San Diego CA 92101 or fax to 619-238-8777.

MOPA Employment Opportunities

http://www.mopa.org/join/employment.htm

- Mingei International Museum

The Mingei International Museum is now seeking a Multimedia Designer, taking responsibility for the advancement of museum's visual identity. The job position works directly with several departments and staff members and is responsible for creating and carrying out print, web and environmental design projects. Applicants must possess minimum of 4 years of professional graphic design and web experience and must show proficiency in major design, web and business applications. To qualify for the job title, a Bachelor's Degree in design, new media or communications is essential. Please send your resume, cover letter and portfolio samples to jobs@mingei.org.

Employment and Volunteers at Mingei International Museum

http://www.mingei.org/about/opportunities.php

- San Diego History Center

San Diego History Center is dedicated to creating a working environment for all employees and volunteers to reach their highest potential. Currently, a Director of Collections is needed. The position directly reports to Executive Director and works from 8:30 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. The Director of Collections takes care of SDHC's museum and library holdings. Part of requirements includes:

- MA or graduate certificate in Museum Studies or History.

- Minimum of 5 years' experience as Curator or Collections Manager.

- Excellent interpersonal skills.

- Knowledge of database management.

- Valid California Driver's License and reliable vehicle.

If you're interested in the position, please send your resumes and cover letters to Aurora.Zabish@sandiegohistory.org. No phone calls please.

SDHC Employment Opportunities

http://www.sandiegohistory.org/employment_opportunities.html

- San Diego Museum of Man

Now, the San Diego Museum of Man has three job openings: Security Officer, Curatorial Director and Director of Development. Any qualified candidates can send resume and cover letter to Brian Andrews at brandrews@museumofman.org. Let's just focus on one of the available job postings.

The Curatorial Director is the senior manager that reports to Executive Director and cooperates closely with leadership team. The position is responsible for the anthropological department, including physical, archaeological, library and ethnographic. The Curatorial Director also takes responsibility for the staff members that care for these collections. To apply for the position, candidates must have a Ph.D in Cultural Anthropology or Archaeology. Minimum of 5 years of collection experience is essential, including 5 years management experience in any of AAM accredited museum.

The San Diego Museum of Man also offers a variety of opportunities for volunteer and interns, like event volunteers, gallery guides and docents etc. You can fill out the online volunteer application or docent application and email to Heather Kovacevich at hkovacevich@museumofman.org.

Employment at San Diego Museum of Man

http://www.museumofman.org/employment

- San Diego Natural History Museum

There're no available paid positions for the San Diego Natural History Museum currently. But volunteer and internship opportunities are offered, including internship in Development and Marketing and docents. To apply for any available positions, you need to first complete the volunteer/intern application online. For more volunteer info, please contact Director of Volunteer/Intern Services at 619-255-0245 or send an email to volunteer@sdnhm.org.

Job Positions at San Diego Natural History Museum

http://www.sdnhm.org/about/jobs.html

- Reuben H. Fleet Science Center

The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center is now accepting applications for various positions. Several part-time jobs are available, including Sales Associate, Cafe Team Member, Science Educator and After School Programs Coordinator. A temporary Event Production Crew Member is also needed now.

The Event Production Crew Member helps with the preparation and execution of any special events hosted at the museum. The position needs to work on weekends, evenings, holidays, late nights, early mornings and occasional overnight shifts. To be qualified for the position, applicants must be able to have good communication and speaking skills. Experience in customer service and customer assistance is a surplus.

To apply for any posted positions, you can email your resume in DOC or PDF format and completed application to Human Resources at hr@rhfleet.org or you can fax to 619-685-5771. Resume and application can be mailed to Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 33303, San Diego, CA 92163.

Current Job Postings

http://www.rhfleet.org/site/jobs/careers.cfm

- San Diego Youth Symphony

The San Diego Youth Symphony and Conservatory is now seeking a new full time Program Director to support and manage the ongoing access to artistic excellence. The position is responsible for the administration and management of the artistic programs and participates in the education and teaching of chamber groups and sectionals. To be considered to be qualified for the job, candidates must at least have a Bachelor's degree in instrumental music education or instrumental music. At least five years experience in organizational and staff management in arts or education is preferred.

Please note that this is a full time exempt position and requires working on Saturdays during rehearsal season. To apply for the position, you're required to send your resume with names of three references and cover letter including your salary history to Sheila Walker, Associate Director, swalker@sdys.org.

Careers at San Diego Youth Symphony

http://www.sdys.org/employment-opportunities

- The Old Globe

As the sixth largest professional theater throughout the nation, the Old Globe provides various great employment, volunteer and internship opportunities currently. Now, the theater seeks a Marketing-Audience Development Manger. Candidates must have at least fours years experience in performing arts and be experienced in telemarketing, internet advertising, ticketing and direct mail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Word are essential. Interested applicants can send cover letter, resume and three writing samples to Human Resources, The Old Globe, PO Box, 122171, San Diego, CA 92112-2171. You can also email your application materials to HR@TheOldGlobe.org or fax to 619-235-2185.

Several other full time positions are also offered, including Major Gifts Officer, Stage and Properties Master, White Theater and Subscription Sales Representatives. Two internship positions are available: Stage Management Internship and the Old Globe Technical Center Internship. For more detailed info on jobs descriptions and applications, please visit the following website.

The Old Globe Job Opportunities

http://www.oldglobe.org/aboutus/jobs/index.aspx

- Balboa Park Visitors Center

The Balboa Park Visitors Center is located just across from the Prado Restaurant in the House of Hospitality. It offers the most comprehensive and current park info on attractions and activities. Now the Visitors Center is seeking volunteers. Candidates must have lived in the city of San Diego for several years and show passion for Balboa Park and customer services. Volunteers must do volunteering work during the operation hours from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. Please email Susy at visitor@balboapark.org for a volunteer application.

Jobs at Balboa Park

http://www.balboapark.org/info/jobs