Maritime Programs Educator (Education Specialist)
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Maritime Programs Educator (Education Specialist)
Salary
$45,444.51 - $76,135.40 Annually
Location
1 Waterside Drive, Norfolk, VA 23510, VA
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
14090
Department
Maritime Center
Opening Date
05/14/2026
Closing Date
5/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
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Description
Established in 1994, Nauticus is a maritime discovery center that hosts 350,000 visitors annually and is home to the Nauticus Museum, Sail Nauticus sailing center, Schooner Virginia, the Battleship Wisconsin and the Half Moone Cruise Terminal. Nauticus' mission is to benefit the community through education, impactful experiences and by sharing access to maritime resources. The City of Norfolk's Maritime Center, Nauticus, is currently seeking an Education Specialist. The Education Specialist is responsible for conducting programs at Nauticus' campus and around the region to increase the public's knowledge and understanding of maritime themes. Work will involve presenting education programs both on and off campus as well as researching and developing programs.
Department Starting Hiring Salary: $45,444.51
Essential Functions
The Education Specialist will:
Conduct public presentations for school groups both on and offsite
Engage with the museum visitors through formal programming and informal interactions
Collaborate with other educators to assess current programs
Have opportunities for program development
Assist with promotion and execution of education programs and events
Essential functions will include, but are not limited to:
Serving as the coordinator of the Maritime Programs within the Educator Department including, Stem to Stern and Sail Academy, by being responsible for content and delivery of the components of the programs
Led cohort of students through the afterschool Sail Academy program from mid-September to mid-May
Present STEM and history programs to diverse audiences, including but not limited to school groups, family groups, special youth groups, teachers, and the public including the set up for programs, events, and activities
Perform interactive education program including floor programs, workshops, summer camp and special events
Act as a liaison for the 3rd floor Discovery Museum ensuring all spaces are opened or closed appropriately and informing of potential issues through the appropriate channels
Assist visitors with special needs, questions, or complaints in a courteous and responsible manner
Under the direction of the Education Manager, research and develop program curriculum to meet national and state standards for science, math and history with a focus on STEM concepts using a cross-curricular approach
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the public
Ability to stand for extended periods of time, life from ground to above the shoulder, climb, bend, stoop, sit, push, pull, and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity
Other duties as assigned
Education/Experience
Work requires broad knowledge in a general profession or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
One year in the guest relations field.
Previous experience in formal or informal education environments preferred.
Additional Information & Requirements
Work Location: One Waterside Drive, Norfolk, VA 23510
Work Hours: Sunday – Thursday, 8:45am – 5:15pm, 40 hours per week. Weekends, holidays, evenings may be required. Schedule will adjust based on programming.
Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking.
Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization.
Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union.
Retirement
If you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.
If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.
NOTE:
The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type.
Non-City
Positions listed with a job type designation of "Non-City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions.
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Please select the highest level of education you have completed.
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Do you possess a bachelor's degree in education, museum studies, or a related field?
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Do you have experience working in a guest centered environment?
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How many years of experience do you have in a public and/or educational setting such as a library, museum, school, or similar environment?
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Do you have experience developing educational programs?
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How many years of customer service experience do you possess?
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Do you have experience in a leadership role?
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Briefly describe your experience in a leadership
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Briefly describe an opportunity when you acted as the “face of an organization” for a special program.
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Briefly describe your experience leading student/youth groups in a multi-day/week program.
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Please indicate your veteran status. (A copy of your long form DD-214 may be required)
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Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk employee?
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Being as descriptive as possible, please describe your experience delivering, and developing educational programs.
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