Grant Specialist
SUMMARY: Join the Clay Center’s expanding Development team as the Grants Specialist! In this crucial role, you will manage the entire grant lifecycle – from identifying funding opportunities and crafting compelling proposals to tracking awarded funds and ensuring compliance with all grant requirements. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, possess strong writing skills, and have a knack for detail, we want to hear from you, especially if you are an experienced grant writer!
SALARY RANGE: $35,000 - $38,000
REQUIREMENTS:
One to three years’ related experience
Outstanding professional writing and research skills
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Experience with The Raiser’s Edge, preferred
If interested, please submit your resume and fill out the below application and email it to akidder@theclaycenter.org.
Museum Educator
SUMMARY: The Museum Educator brings science and art education to all visitors of the Clay Center through engaging visitor interactions, programs, workshops, and presentations. As a member of the Education Team, the Museum Educator develops and delivers creative programs on art and science and interacts with audiences of various ages and backgrounds. The Educator also leads, trains, and schedules part-time staff (Discovery Leaders and volunteers). Assists in delivering the Center outreach program Clay2Go throughout the State of West Virginia, which involves minimal travel.
SALARY RANGE: $34,000
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's Degree (4-year college or technical school): Preferred
Passion for visitor services and providing unique and engaging visitor experiences.
Excellent and entertaining presentation skills; Ability to work in a team-based environment.
Fundamental level of scientific literacy; Understanding of basic art processes.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
If interested, please submit your resume and fill out the below application and email it toakidder@theclaycenter.org.
Discovery Leader
SUMMARY: Discovery Leaders will provide exceptional customer service at the Clay Center by encouraging visitors to interact with museum experiences, engaging them in programs and demonstrations, and assisting them throughout their visit. They will also assist in the maintenance and upkeep of all exhibit galleries.
PAY: $13.50 per hour
The position reports to the Education Specialist. If interested, please fill out the below application and email it to akidder@theclaycenter.org.
Guest Services Representative
SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of this position is to provide all guests with a positive initial experience at the Clay Center. This experience is created by providing guests with accurate event information, assisting them in purchasing and/or picking up tickets to Clay Center events as well as daily museum admission. This position interacts with a variety of constituents and works with all other staff of the Clay Center & WV Symphony Orchestra to maintain a high level of guest service. Employee must exercise some independent judgment and initiative.
REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to develop a growing knowledge of ticketing software systems. Experience with MS Office.
Capability of communicating positively with guests to establish their needs efficiently and courteously.
Skill to handle cash responsibly and accurately.
Ability to work as a member of a team.
If interested, please fill out the below application and email it to akidder@theclaycenter.org.
Café Attendant
SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of this position is to provide excellent customer service while serving patrons of Curiosity Café and making sure guests have a positive dining experience. The Café Attendant will perform daily duties such as: stocking and prepping food options, cashing out patrons and managing the register, maintaining a clean dining area by busing tables and returning trays and utensils, and assist patrons with any dining needs. The Café attendant may also assist in seating and serving guest for special events and evening performances as scheduled.
PAY: $13.50 per hour
REQUIREMENTS:
One to two years related experience preferred
Ability to articulate well and communicate positively with guests
Skill to handle cash responsibly and accurately.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
If interested, please fill out the below application and email it to akidder@theclaycenter.org.