Exhibits Manager - Impression 5 Science Center

Posted on 11/2/26

Job Title: Exhibits Manager

Full-Time Position: Salaried - Exempt (Some weekend hours required)

Starting Wage: $46,000 to $50,000

Anticipated Start Date: December 2026

Hiring Supervisor: Micaela Balzer

Position Duties:

• Set the vision and support the long-term strategy for exhibit operations, including development, renewal, and lifecycle exhibit planning
• Oversee the exhibit operations and maintenance to ensure a high level of guest experience
• Manage and supervise exhibit staff, including scheduling, prioritization of work, and overall team performance
• Oversee exhibit project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure projects are completed efficiently and within scope
• Manage relationships with external vendors, designers, and fabricators, including contract oversight and deliverable review
• Ensure all exhibits align with educational goals and provide a high-quality visitor experience
• Coordinate with internal departments, including education, marketing, and operations, to support organizational initiatives and programming
• Review and approve exhibit concepts, final designs, fabrication plans, and installations
• Ensure exhibits meet safety standards, ADA compliance requirements, and durability expectations

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in museum studies, exhibit design, education, or a related field preferred
• 4+ years of experience in exhibit development, museum operations, or related field
• Prior experience supervising staff or leading project teams required
• Must possess excellent listening and communication skills, and be able to work closely with staff
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to evaluate exhibit effectiveness and implement improvements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel)
• This role may require occasional extended hours depending on project timelines
• Must be able to perform physical operations, retrieving items from different locations in the building and operating a motor vehicle.
• Ability to endure a physically and mentally demanding environment, including long periods of physical work.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds at varied frequency
• Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

To Apply:

Please send a resume or application to Micaela Balzer at balzer@impression5.org. Contact Micaela by phone at (517) 485-8116 ext. 144, with any additional questions.

Notice:

A criminal background check is performed for all individuals who are employed or volunteer at Impression 5 Science Center. Unsatisfactory results of the background check will disqualify applicants from further consideration.