Whitaker Center
Central PA’s Nonprofit Center for the Arts

Careers

Thank you for your interest in being a part of the Whitaker Center team!

Located on Market Street in downtown Harrisburg, Whitaker Center is Central PA’s premier destination for entertainment and education. From hands-on science in our UPMC Science Center, to a premium large format movie experience in Select Medical Digital Cinema, to live performances inside Sunoco Performance Theater there’s always something exciting going on at Whitaker Center! Join our team and help us further our mission of serving our community through education, entertainment and art.

If you have a passion for delivering excellent guest service and love the idea of working to fulfill a mission with a dedicated group of individuals, then we encourage you to apply. Whitaker Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please click the link below to apply!


Full Time Positions 

 

Development Coordinator

REPORTS TO: Vice President, Development

STATUS: Full-Time, Hourly

HOURS: Monday through Friday 9am – 5pm, with flexibility as requested

LOCATION: Harrisburg based with travel as needed, occasional work remote

OPPORTUNITY – About Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts

Join a team that is passionate about making a difference and helping our community thrive! Our mission is to serve as the center for scientific, artistic, cultural and educational activities to enhance the region’s quality of life and economic vitality.

About the Role

The Development Coordinator is responsible for all donation data entry and gift processing utilizing CRM software, department Excel spreadsheets, and supporting administrative functions of the Development Office.  Responsible for actively working with the Vice President, Development to execute annual fundraising campaigns and other development campaigns.  Also, works in conjunction with the Marketing & Development Manager on implementing all aspects of donor recognition. 

To Learn More and Apply, Click Here! 


 

STEAM Educator

REPORTS TO: Director of Education

STATUS: Full-Time, Exempt– Flexible Schedule

LOCATION: Harrisburg based

OPPORTUNITY - About Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts

Join a team that is passionate about making a difference and helping our community thrive! Our mission is to serve as the center for scientific, artistic, cultural, and educational activities to enhance the region’s quality of life and economic vitality.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to interact directly with science center guests to facilitate their learning and experience; deliver educational programming to varied ages of students and guests; present educational demonstrations; and assist guests in having a safe, fun, and educational experience.

To Learn More and Apply, Click Here!

 


Part-Time Positions

None at this time.


Our employees enjoy these perks:

  • A complimentary Family membership to Whitaker Center
  • 15% discount at Whitaker Center sponsored events
  • Banking partnership with Pennsylvania State Employees Credit Union and Members First Credit Union
  • Downtown parking options

 Full-time employees are eligible to participate in the following benefits:

  • Generous Vacation and Personal Time Off
  • PPO Health Care Plan, Dental, Vision and Prescription
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • 401K Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Opportunity to purchase supplemental policies through AFLAC

We’re always looking for volunteers to serve as ushers and interactors at Whitaker Center. We offer great perks and flexible shifts!

 

Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts is fundamentally committed to the principles of diversity, equal access, and inclusion in all aspects of its operations.  This includes creating a welcoming accessible environment that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and where our staff, volunteers, guests and communities feel respected, welcomed, and valued.  

Our goal is to empower our guests to improve our world through science, technology, and the arts.  We believe every person deserves access to learning and exploring their creativity regardless of background.

 

Open Positions

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