Ignite curiosity
Work at the Children's Museum
At the Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota,
we understand the power of play.
We believe our team is part of something extraordinary. Our Museum is community-built and community-sustained, with a mission to ignite the natural curiosity of every child through the power of play in a dynamic, awe-inspiring environment. If you share this passion and want to share it with others, we want to hear from you!
Current opportunities
Thank you for your interest in working at the Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota. We don’t have any openings at the moment, please check back!
Marketing Manager
( Full-Time Position)
Join our team! Reporting to the Vice President of Play and Learning, the Marketing Manager position is a full time, non-exempt position scheduled for 40 hours/week. The Marketing Manager develops, and implements the marketing, communications, and public relations programs—as well as their content—to build awareness of the organization’s mission, programs, events, and achievements. Acting in both strategic and production roles, this position ensures effective, consistent communications both internally and externally.
To apply, please submit a resume to Heather Otto, Vice President of Operations, at info@cmsouthernmn.org
Playworker
( Part-Time Position)
Join our team! As a Front Desk Attendant and Playworker, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work and find enjoyment in the energy this lively environment inspires. Join our team! The Front desk team has the responsibility of working in a fast-paced environment and overseeing the Museum’s front desk, café and gift shop while on duty. The Playworker team ensures that the Museum’s exhibits are reset and that the environment is clean, safe, and welcoming.
Successful candidates must be available to work the following shifts:
Weekday (Tuesday-Friday) and weekend availability are expected, as well as availability for additional hours for special events and programs. This position is a non-exempt, part-time role averaging 16 hours per week.
To apply, please submit a resume to Kathleen Burns, Director of Museum Experience, at kathleen.burns@cmsouthernmn.org
Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, the Facilities Manager will be responsible for the maintenance and development of CMSM buildings and grounds. This role is a full time, 40 hour/week, exempt position.
To apply, please submit a resume to Heather Ungerer, Vice President of Operations, at heather.ungerer@cmsouthernmn.org.
Guest & Museum Experience
Reporting to the Guest Experience Manager, the Guest & Museum Experience position is a full time, 40 hour/week, non-exempt position. The Guest & Museum Experience position is a contributing member of the Museum Experiences and Environments team and acts as a cross -departmental support staff in the Museums gallery and exhibit space, leading Playworkers, interacting with and engaging children and families at the Museum and supporting the Museum Experience Team. Read the full Guest & Museum Experience job description here.