High School Programs Assistant

Description

Location of Position: Sausalito, CA

Reports to: Director, School and Youth Programs

Position Classification & Expected Hours of Work, and Travel: 

• This is a temporary position, from approximately May 18, 2026 - September 25, 2026.
• This is a part-time, in person, onsite position.
• This position works 24 hours per week, Fridays and Saturdays, with third workday each week varying depending on program needs.
• Regular onsite work is required.
• Consistent weekend work is required. 
• The work schedule is generally eight hours per day, however hours may vary depending on the schedule for the day and according to the needs of The Marine Mammal Center.
• Days and hours of the work week may vary according to the needs of The Marine Mammal Center.
• Some local travel may be required as job duties demand.

Compensation: $26.00/ hour

Benefits:   

• Holidays 
• Sick Time 
• Vacation  
• Medical, Dental, and Vision 
• Life Insurance 
• Long Term Disability Insurance 
• 401k Retirement Plan
• The Marine Mammal Center offers benefits to support the emotional wellbeing of you and your loved ones (Employee Assistance Program)

Job Summary:

The High School Programs Assistant supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of high school and youth-facing programs at The Marine Mammal Center. This role provides administrative, logistical, and programmatic support for workshops, training(s), events, outreach efforts, and participant engagement activities during the Center’s peak high school program season.

Essential Functions:

Program Support: 95%

· Support the implementation of high school and youth programs by assisting with workshops, training weekends, stewardship events, Symposium preparation, tabling events, boat trip activities, and other youth-facing programming. 

· Help prepare materials, coordinate logistics, and support day-of activities to ensure programs run smoothly and effectively.

· Support participant communications, follow-up, scheduling, and general administrative tasks related to high school programs.

· Support youth participant check-ins, summer shift logistics, and contribute to a positive participant experience.

· Update Youth Crew content in the learning management system and other program materials as assigned.

· Support outreach request logistics, event preparation, and seasonal communications.

· Support or co-lead Stewardship Saturday events, including preparation and day-of coordination.

· Assist with Youth Crew training weekend and Symposium preparation and delivery.

· Assist with  Youth Crew cohort processes such as interested Youth Crew applicant information sessions, project tracking, project topic approval support, project draft review coordination, Youth Crew application review support, interview preparation, and  exit interview support.

· Provide logistical support for program-related events and seasonal activities, including setup, cleanup, purchasing, materials organization, and documentation.

· Organize materials, supplies, records and other resources needed for effective program delivery. 

· Participate in onboarding, required trainings, internal meetings, and cross-functional coordination with School and Youth Programs staff and other Center partners as assigned.

· Support seasonal onboarding and offboarding tasks.

Other Duties as Assigned: 5%

· May represent and promote the Center through donor cultivation participation in partnership with the department as opportunities arise.

· Perform special projects and research as assigned.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

· Enthusiasm for environmental conservation and marine life.

· Basic knowledge of Marine Science.

· A desire for continual learning.

· Ability to provide exceptional customer service to a variety of audiences which includes frequent interactions with visitors and volunteers. 

· Ability to convey information effectively, both orally and in writing.

· Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and priorities as set by management. 

· Ability to work collaboratively and maintain open communication in a team environment.

· Ability to learn from change, challenges, and feedback.

· Minimal organizational skills or attention to detail, multi-tasking, and time-management.

· Minimal skills using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Word), videoconference technology (Slack, Teams, Zoom), and other applications such as Canva, Google Drive, etc. 

· Demonstrated ability to interact with others thoughtfully and respectfully, applying self-awareness to foster trust and effective collaboration.

· Willingness to support and participate in The Marine Mammal Center’s diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience:

· Ability to obtain clearance via livescan fingerprinting for U.S. Department of Justice to work directly with students.

· Driving eligibility in accordance with The Marine Mammal Center’s requirements is preferred but not required. Applicants ages 18-20 are encouraged to apply. 

· This position requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to being currently enrolled in college or having an associate or bachelor’s degree in education, natural sciences, or related field; and at least 1 year of experience working with school groups. 

Work Environment & Physical Requirements: 

· This position operates in a professional office and hospital environment both indoors and outdoors with access to other parts of the facilities via outdoor pathways. 

· Ability to stand/walk up to 3 hours without a break.

· Ability to walk/cover up to 5 miles during a shift on a frequent basis.

· Ability to sit/stand/walk for extended periods of time.

· Ability to climb stairs and move around the facility for extended periods of time.

· Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

· Ability to drive/operate a vehicle. (Preferred)

· Routinely working outdoors in weather conditions and elements.

· Routinely uses standard office equipment requiring repetitive motion in tasks.

· Ability to work at a desk for extended periods of time using a computer.

· Ability to work in an open cubicle office space environment with many distractions. 

· Limited exposure to allergens and zoonotic diseases.

· Involves strong smells associated with dead animals (carcasses) and the care of live animals.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

The Marine Mammal Center actively engages individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to embracing diversity within our organization because we firmly believe that diverse employee teams help us to achieve our best organizational outcomes and provide the most effective support to the communities we serve. We are deeply dedicated to creating and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and supportive work environment.  We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. The Marine Mammal Center believes in growth and supporting our employees as best we can so they can become their best selves in and outside of work. We believe that a healthy work environment means building an inclusive culture where people can thrive together and feel supported and empowered. We believe in stretch versus constraint.

OUR MISSION

The Marine Mammal Center advances ocean health through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, research, and education.

ABOUT THE MARINE MAMMAL CENTER

The Marine Mammal Center is leading the field in ocean conservation through marine mammal rescue, veterinary medicine, science, and education. 

For more information, please visit our “About Us” page at www.marinemammalcenter.org

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume and provide a brief description about how your experience aligns with the role.

Note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

In your cover letter, please feel free to note which pronouns you use (For example – she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc). 

We strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply. The Center is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team. If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.