Birch Aquarium Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Payroll Title:
LABORER Department:
AQUARIUM-MUSEUM Hiring Pay Scale
$26.69 - $27.20/ Hour Worksite:
SIO Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
60% Union:
SX Contract Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Variable, Variable
#141042 Event Operations Crew
Filing Deadline: Tue 9/8/2026
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THIS POSITION WILL WORK APPROX 24 HRS PER WEEK. SET DAYS/TIMES WILL VARY BASED ON THE EVENTS SCHEDULED.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
Birch Aquarium at Scripps is a non-profit exploration center for Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego. The aquarium showcases over 60 habitats of fish and invertebrates. The interactive museum features research discoveries by Scripps scientists and engages visitors of all ages.
Our goal is to promote conservation efforts that protect our ocean planet. We educate visitors on how our world works and inspire them to become stewards of the planet. Our conservation efforts are based on scientific research, and we aim to connect people with nature and with a shared sense of responsibility to care for our planet Earth.
Website: aquarium.ucsd.edu Location: 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92037
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Event Operations Crew is primarily responsible for assisting with the preparation, set-up, and breakdown of all Birch Aquarium at Scripps meetings and events. In addition, the Event Operations Crew will be trained by other departments on a myriad of functions to activate spaces and engage with event guests, including but not limited to interpretation, safety, cleaning, setup, and breakdown of Birch Exhibits and assist in ensuring an elevated Guest Experience during the event by interacting with Guests to ensure continuity from the daytime experience to the evening experience, with the overall goal being, to ensure guests have a safe and positive experience.
QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a guest orientated business setting up for events and occasions or in a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a neat, professional appearance
• Proven experience demonstrating a positive attitude and strong ability to work well with co-workers and supervisors in a team environment
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills, including a can-do attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to fast-paced environments
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a positive attitude under time constraints
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Must possess a good work ethic and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to comply with proper safety policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to perform all required duties in a timely and professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-touch customer service

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Will be required to hold valid driver's license and have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures.
• Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.
• Must have access to reliable transportation.
• Must be available to work on event days and evenings, including weekends and holidays.
• As an Event Operations Crew Member, you may be presented with short-term assignments to work in other areas of the business on an as-needed basis as part of an internal staffing program.

Duties may require direct contact with children (defined as individuals under the age of 18); completion of the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) training will be required. Must meet CANRA compliance requirements per California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA, Penal Code sections 11164-11174.4)
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $55,729 - $72,078 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $26.69 - $34.52
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
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