Career Opportunities

Join a dynamic, growing educational non-profit organization that built, owns, and operates, Kalmar Nyckel, the majestic full-scale replica of the ship that founded New Sweden in 1638.

The Kalmar Nyckel Foundation employs full-time, part-time and seasonal staff in such areas as education, sailing crew, administration and event planning. To join our crew please visit our Volunteer page.

The Kalmar Nyckel Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that diversity, equality, and inclusion strengthen our organization and the community and world around us.

Thank you for your interest.

Core Values and Code of Conduct

The Kalmar Nyckel Foundation has well-established Core Values and a Code of Conduct that govern our organization and the behavior of all staff and volunteers. All active members of our community are required to sign the KNF Code of Conduct and abide by its principles.

Core Values

Creation and maintenance of a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for all
Honesty and integrity
Respecting and using resources wisely
Teamwork
Personal accountability
Customer and mission focus

Code of Conduct Overview

Honor our core values by maintaining a high personal standard of conduct;
Be respectful and positive in all my interactions with staff, volunteers, our customers, and the general public;
Help create an exceptional experience for our customers;
Be alert to and report inappropriate or potentially inappropriate behavior (harassment, discrimination, sexual overtures or contact, offensive language or gestures, any form of abusive behavior, drug or alcohol abuse);
Respect the chain of command at all times;
Consider the safety of myself and others in all my actions;
Comply with the Foundation’s policies regarding drugs, alcohol, and tobacco;
Be punctual;
Treat the ship and all Foundation property with respect and take proper care of the same.

Open Positions

We have currently have one open position.

Outreach and Education Assistant

Department: Education

Supervisor: Associate Director of Education

Employment Status: Full time, exempt

Pay: $43,000 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance (Medical, Dental and Vision)
Paid time off
401(k) after one year of employment

Schedule: 40 hours per week, including some weekends, evenings and holidays

Work Location: In person

Purpose: The Outreach and Education Assistant broadens the reach of our education programs and activities, improves the visitor experience, and enhances the reputation of KNF throughout Delaware and the Delaware Valley. The Outreach and Education Assistant ensures that the KNF education mission is implemented with the highest standards and engages visitors, families, students, community youth groups, and the public in a variety of venues.

Overview: The Outreach and Education Assistant role varies seasonally and will require weekend and evening availability. This position will present programs in classrooms and assist with coordination for on-site fields trips, public programs and events. The Assistant will represent KNF at educational and partnership events at various locations. This position assists the Associate Director of Education with the Copeland Maritime Center daily operations, including visitor services. A portion of the year this position also will oversee the operations of Fort Christina Park. This position will assist in supporting the four anchor community events, in addition to smaller educational events, and private rentals.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Outreach

Responsible for programming off-site of the KNF shipyard including, but not limited to, in-school programming, educational outreach, and partnership events throughout Delaware and the Delaware Valley.
Create content to promote programs through social media and other digital platforms to reach new visitors.

Education:

Assist with KNF school field trip program including planning, coordinating, and/or presenting school field trip programs on the KNF.
Help coordinate and implement adult public tour groups.
Manage Maritime Outdoor Adventure Course program for youth and adult groups.

Guest Services:

Manage KNF’s day-to-day operations of Fort Christina Park, implementing programs to increase public visitation and community use.
Collect, track, analyze, and report Fort Christina Park visitation numbers and activity.
Communicate with volunteers and paid part-time staff to fill roles for educational programs, community events, and building guides.
Assist with the management and enhancement of the visitor experience in the Copeland Maritime Center and on the KNF campus in addition to Fort Christina Park.
Oversee day-to-day guest service operation of the museum, including opening the museum and greeting guests and operating the gift shop in the Copeland Maritime Center as required.

Community Events:

Assist with the planning and implementation of KNF’s major annual community events, such as Lego Shipbuilding Day as well as facilitating additional public and community programs.
Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements:

· Valid Driver’s License

· Ability to lift and carry 40 pounds

· Ability to assist with ship docking, boarding and debarking

· Flexible schedule including the ability to work weekends and evenings

· Must pass a background check

· Must pass a U.S. Coast Guard drug test and participate in random drug testing program

· Willing and able to follow the KNF Code of Conduct and Child Safety Policy

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree (in museum studies, education, history, or related field a plus)
Teaching experience in a museum setting, inside or outside of the classroom, or presentations in front of groups of a variety of ages
Experience in event planning/coordination or similar field
Management and leadership experience
Independently motivated, with strong problem-solving, organizational and time management skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Familiar with computer software, including Microsoft’s Office and Adobe Creative Suites
Social Media content creation experience
Sense of humor