(Cross-posted to ISEN-ASTC, Museum-Ed, Childmus, VSmus, and Museum-L) POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT ASSOCIATE EVALUATOR FULL TIME TO JUNE 2001 POSITION SUMMARY: Full time position through June 2001 at which time the continuing hourly requirements will be determined (50-100%). Reporting to the Program Evaluator the Associate Evaluator assists in conducting systematic evaluation studies of exhibits and public programs. The position requires an understanding of the museum visitor experience, a concern for accuracy, and ease with public contact. TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Collects data through observation, questionnaires, and interviews of museum visitors and program participants Performs transcription of audio tapes, data entry, coding, and proofreading Performs data analysis and prepares charts using a computer statistics program Prepares reports and summaries of evaluation findings Serves on exhibit planning teams as assigned Assists in design and testing of evaluation instruments Supervises temporary positions for data collection and data entry Occasional Saturday or Sunday hours to collect data from weekend visitors Follows all Academy safety regulations Other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree (M.A. preferred) in museum studies, education, social sciences, or a related field Three (3) years experience in survey research, museum programs or related work, or the equivalent education and experience Hands-on experience with word processing and spreadsheet programs essential (Macintosh preferred) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Strong oral and written communication skills Excellent organizational, analytical, spatial perception, and problem solving skills Experience in planning, organizing and coordinating projects, and working with teams Hands-on experience with statistics, database, and drawing programs a plus (Macintosh preferred) Ability to work independently and cooperatively with other Academy staff and members of the public COMPENSATION/BENEFITS: $15.89 per hour with excellent benefits. Send a letter of interest and resume to California Academy of Sciences, Human Resources Department #EVA, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA 94118. No calls please. The California Academy of Sciences is a Natural History Museum, Aquarium, Planetarium and Research institution located in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco. The California Academy of Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity. ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).