Job Description

Payroll Title:
LABORER
Department:
AQUARIUM-MUSEUM
Hiring Pay Scale
$25.00 / Hour
Worksite:
SIO
Appointment Type:
Limited Appointment
Appointment Percent:
40%
Union:
SX Contract
Total Openings:
1
Work Schedule:
Variable, Variable, Variable

#135684 Event Operations Crew

Filing Deadline: Wed 7/9/2025

UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

This is a 40% part-time Limited Appointment position. This appointment may be extended or converted to career status based on the needs and funding of the department.

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.eduLocation: 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

  • Six (6) months or more experience working in a guest orientated business setting up for events and occasions or in a related field.

  • 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

  • Satisfactory clearance based on Background Check required prior to employment.

  • Will be required to hold valid driver's license and have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures.

  • 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: $43,952 - $56,856 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $21.05 - $27.23

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).


If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

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