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Center Coordinator

Summary

The Discovery Center Coordinator supports the mission and daily operations of the Discovery Center by serving as the second in leadership to the Center Operations Manager and acting as a key representative of the center to visitors, renters, and community members. 

This position leads the facility rental program, overseeing booking, communication, and on-site supervision of events, such as Birthday Parties, Nonprofit Fundraisers, Weddings, and Community Gatherings. The Coordinator shares evening and weekend event coverage on a rotating basis with other trained staff to ensure safe operations and high-quality guest experiences while preventing any single staff member from handling all rental events. The Coordinator also assists in visitor engagement, supervision of volunteers and staff, and general facility and grounds oversight.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Facility Rentals & Event Management (50%)

  • Manage the full rental process, including inquiries, site visits, scheduling, contracts, and communication with renters

  • Enter rental details into the scheduling system and coordinate with staff and partners to avoid conflicts

  • Serve as on-site event supervisor during evening/weekend rentals on a rotating schedule shared with the Manager and other staff

  • Oversee and assist with set-up, clean-up, and room readiness; ensure safety, security, and adherence to facility rules

  • Coordinate with building/grounds staff to ensure spaces are clean, safe, and properly supplied before and after events

Leadership & Operations Support (25%)

  • Serve as second in leadership to the Center Manager and act as point person in their absence

  • Assist with oversight of daily operations, staff coordination, and visitor services

  • Provide leadership in implementing safety guidelines, operational procedures, and emergency response

  • Support training, direction, and evaluation of staff and volunteers

Community Engagement (10%)

  • Engage visitors of all ages on The Discovery Center’s history, amenities, resources, and available programming when covering the information desk or on grounds

  • Promote programs and events by preparing flyers, posters, and media content

  • Support school and public programs as assigned

Grounds, Facility & Safety Support (10%)

  • Assist in planning and implementing grounds maintenance tasks, including invasive species removal, trail upkeep, and general outdoor stewardship

  • Support facility cleanliness, and inventory management of tools, equipment, and supplies

  • Monitor and report safety hazards, facility issues, and visitor concerns 

Administrative & Financial Support (5%)

  • Assist with financial transactions, inventory tracking, and basic record-keeping

  • Help maintain booking logs, rental revenue records, and operational documentation

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in environmental education, hospitality, event management, recreation, or a related field

  • 2+ years of experience in nature centers, parks, event hosting, facility management, or customer-facing operations

  • Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills

  • Strong organizational ability and attention to detail

  • Ability to lift 25–50 lbs, work indoors/outdoors in varied weather, and be on your feet for extended periods

  • Proficiency with Google Workspace, scheduling platforms, and email communication

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ability to speak Spanish is a plus

  • Experience supervising staff or volunteers

  • Knowledge of local ecology, birds, or conservation fieldwork

Work Schedule and Compensation

  • Full-time, Tuesday through Saturday and rotating evening coverage for events

  • Shared event coverage ensures no single employee is responsible for all rental events

  • $21-$22/hr, 40 hours per week 

  • Overtime eligible

  • Eligible for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance

  • Paid time off (vacation and sick time)

  • Eligible to participate in Employer Sponsored 403B plan


To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to info@discoveryphila.org, or drop off a copy to The Discovery Center at 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA 19121 by April 16th, 2026.