Benefits:
401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off
At Mad Science of DC, we are having a BLAST! We bring fun, exciting science to kids across the DMV, through our summer camps, after school clubs, school-wide assemblies, and birthday parties.
About Us: Mad Science of Washington delivers hands-on STEM experiences that ignite curiosity and creativity in kids across the DMV. From after-school programs to summer camps and birthday parties, we bring science to life in the most entertaining ways possible. We’re a small business with a big reach, who works with over 100 schools and 20,000 kids per year.
Role Overview: We’re looking for a highly organized, energetic Operations Coordinator to help run the day-to-day logistics of our educational programs. You’ll be the operational glue—supporting staff, managing schedules, talking to clients, and taking a big role in ensuring every event runs smoothly. You’ll be supported by a dedicated team that cares about the work they do and the children they reach. This is an amazing opportunity for someone 1–5 years in the workforce to establish a career in operations and management, preferably with us!
Work Hours:
September to Mid-June: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Late-June thru August: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate daily operations and program logistics
Assist with hiring, onboarding, managing, and supervising our team of 80+ summer camp counselors and 25+ after school instructors; in time become their primary point of contact
Co-lead orientation and suppot training
Assist with scheduling of staff and manage client bookings
Help ensure quality control across all programming
Serve as a point of contact for schools, parents, and partners
Qualifications:
Experience in operations is a plus, but not required
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Excellent communication and leadership abilities
A self starter, someone who wants to learn and grow
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Must be available on-site at company headquarters at 12065 Tech Rd, Silver Spring, MD daily
Must have an Associate's degree or higher
Benefits:
The pay range of $47,000-$60,000 is based largely on experience and skills
Opportunities for growth and leadership
Pre-tax retirement account with company match and with ROTH IRA option
Paid vacation (10 days), holidays (10 days), and sick leave (5 days) per year
60% of company health insurance premium paid by employer
Real, hands-on and in-person training
Personal office after training period
Creative, mission-driven work environment
Making a real impact on kids’ lives through science
Submitting a cover letter with your application is strongly encouraged.