Brooklyn Children’s Museum (BCM) seeks a Director of Public Programs to lead public
programs, including daily floor programs, festivals, film curation, performances, and related on
and off-site activities. A key member of the senior management team, the Director currently
has one full-time direct report, and supervises a cohort of five to seven part-time educators and
interns. Specific projects in the Director’s portfolio include, but are not limited to overseeing
weekly program development and delivery for BCM’s general admission visitors, and
stewarding the Museum’s monthly cultural festivals and special events to deliver excellent
experiences, build audience, and generate revenue.
The Director is a highly collaborative position that requires effective leadership and
participation on cross-functional teams, as well as frequent inter-departmental communication
and cooperation. Successful candidates will be organized project managers; creative thinkers
and problem solvers; strong verbal and written communicators; and dynamic team leaders.
Ability to work with diverse audiences and willingness to interact with the public are essential.BCM seeks candidates who share our commitment to creating a respectful, collaborative,
purpose-driven and joyful work culture