Temporary Full-Time – 1 Year

Position: Experiential Learning Specialist, Public Programs and Engagement

Reports to: Manager, Public Programs and Engagement

Science World is a mission-based, charitable organization that supports the development of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design and Math) literacy across British Columbia. Our mission is to ignite wonder and empower dreams through science and nature and our purpose is Science for All.

Our Science for All strategy is to revitalize Science World with a substantial capital plan to replace critical infrastructure, enhance the visitor experience and develop new content across all our channels under the themes of Regeneration of the Planet, Human Health, and Inclusion. Our plan is to ensure that people throughout British Columbia, especially under-represented communities, have access to high quality, informal STEAM learning. Through our onsite, online and outreach programs, Science World seeks to spark curiosity and wonder in STEAM and support development of talent across communities in the province.

As part of our team, you will join a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents and empowers people to do what is right for our visitors, our members, our volunteers and each other. You will work in an environment where we believe in developing our employees and growing their strengths, while focusing on our values: Curious, Playful, Inclusive, Relevant and Collaborative.

Position Description:

This Temporary Full-Time position will be for a 12 month period, with the possible extension to 18 months.

We are seeking a motivated individual to grow and foster community engagement in support of Science World’s mission through producing unique and memorable public events and activities with a focus on experiential learning. Through inter- and cross-departmental collaboration, this position will enable mutually beneficial relationships between Science World and a wide range of external partners to engage with diverse audiences and community members.

The Experiential Learning Specialist reports to the Manager, Public Programs and Engagement and works closely with the Director of Performance and Fun Times to plan and deliver strategic public programming and community engagement for Science World audiences, providing specialist support to a range of often overlapping events and activities throughout the year. This position requires specialist knowledge of event planning in a science communication setting or similar, as well as expert organizational skills and a keen eye for detail. Also, a focus on customer service and a commitment to building and maintaining key relationships with subject matter experts, community members, staff members, volunteers, and the wider community.

As a facility, Science World is generally open to the public seven days a week, with some extended evening hours in the summer months. Typical office hours are Monday to Friday 8:00am – 5:30pm, with front-facing and operational teams also working a variety of shifts including weekends, holidays and evenings. Hours of work and other related requirements will be scheduled according to business needs and this may include special events on evenings, weekends and holidays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work in collaboration with the Manager, Director and colleagues across Science World, apply specialist knowledge of event planning in a science communication setting to plan, oversee and deliver a range of public programming and engagement events and activities throughout the year
• Manage all planning and logistics required to deliver Science World hosted events and activities, both in-person and on-line, including Community and Feature Gallery activations, Science World After Dark programming, community collaborations, and speaker and panel-presentation events, among others
• Act as lead event planner to plan, oversee and deliver large-scale, cross-departmental programming activations, such as Amazon Day
• Support the planning and execution of the Science World’s signature Girls and STEAM program, including the annual in-person Summit, which will require inter-departmental collaboration and planning
• Nurture Community Partner relationships by:
  • Monitoring and responding to requests submitted through the Community Partner intake form and working with the PPE Manager and others to determine which requests to pursue or decline
  • Support guest exhibitors and activations that are hosted at Science World
  • Manage the “Light Up Science World” program where external events, charities, and non-profits can submit requests to have the colour of the dome lights changed temporarily to match the colours of their cause/event
  • Work with the Marketing team to cross-promote Community Partner activations on the Science World webpage and in-building screens
  • Conduct due diligence research into the background and reputation of external requests to ensure that the organization, individual, and/or program aligns with Science World’s values and brand reputation, sharing the information collected with the Manager to inform the collaborative selection of which partnership requests to pursue
• Work collaboratively with Facility and Event Rentals on events logistics where key partners are hosting events or activities within the Science World building
• Liaise with speakers and partners to curate and edit content that will be used in the creation of event invitations and other promotional materials, including digital and print
• Collaborate with the Marketing and Brand team in the creation of materials, ensuring they are consulted early within the planning cycle of the event to ensure plenty of time for design and implementation
• Support the Manager in outreach and administrative efforts in identifying promotional channels and community partners through which to promote Science World events and activities
• Coordinate materials for events and activities including tracking registration, emailing registrants, creating, and printing name badges, creating programs and run-of-shows, and other event materials
• Operate within the philosophy, culture, and values of Science World
• Perform other related duties as required to fulfill any changing business needs of this role

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required

• 3+ years of proven experience in events, project coordination, or community engagement

• Experience of developing and delivering events in a science communication setting or similar

• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners, with proven interpersonal savvy and a keen sense of diplomacy

• Ability to respond, react, and potentially shift focus when new, time-sensitive opportunities arise

• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to translate complex subjects into digestible language for the general public

• Ability to successfully support and foster partnerships and deliver on agreements

• Strong attention to detail; superb organizational and problem-solving skills

• Strong ability to work independently and to identify and take-action to help where required

• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a way that is most helpful to the Public Programs and Engagement team and the larger goals of the organization

• Strong work ethic and solution-based approach

• Resourceful and organized; able to manage competing priorities, complex situations, and deadlines

• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and Outlook

• Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate various event planning activities, training, and meetings

This is a unionized position represented by CUPE 1004. The compensation rate is $29.03/hour.

Science World offers a benefits package after successfully completing probation, including Extended Health, Dental, Voluntary RRSP/TFSA Plan, paid time off (sick, wellness days) and Hybrid Work environment.

Do you feel you have not met every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification in the job posting.

Science World is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment so we strongly encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualification outlined, as you may have transferable skills that would be an asset to our team.

Please apply by Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Please upload a cover letter and a copy of your resume as part of your application

• All offers are subject to satisfactory completion of reference and police criminal record checks.

We would like to thank all candidates. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted *