career opportunities

The New Children’s Museum prides itself in having energetic, innovative employees who love to think, play and create! Please check back regularly – we post as soon as positions are open.

Current open positions (click on position to apply):

Advancement Team

Development & Membership Manager

Position Overview
The Development & Membership Manager is a part of NCM’s Advancement Team and plays a key role in advancing the Museum’s contributed revenue goals through the dual management of the Museum’s individual giving program (approximately 60% of the role) and membership program (approximately 40%). This position combines donor cultivation, including overseeing a new monthly donor program, and stewardship with strategic oversight of the Museum’s growing member base, ensuring a seamless experience for supporters across all levels of engagement.

The Museum currently has approximately 3,650 member households, representing more than 12,500 individuals.

This position blends relationship-based fundraising with strategic oversight of the Museum’s member community, creating a seamless experience for supporters as they deepen their connection to the Museum. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful communicator and organized project manager who thrives on building relationships and turning members into lifelong donors.

Location: On-Site in San Diego
Employment type: Full-Time
Compensation: $65,000-75,000

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Facilities + Operations

Art + Engagement

Education

Artopia: NCM Creative Studios

Weekend Ceramics Workshops

Get your hands in clay in Artopia! Weekend pottery workshops for adults, teens, kids 8+, plus Clay Together for ages 5–7 with an adult.

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