Career Opportunities
Become a part of the team achieving global impact in invertebrate research, conservation and connection.
Here at Butterfly Pavilion, we transform the way people think about invertebrates. These small but mighty animals that surround us are so much more than people think. They are everywhere, because everything depends on them. They are the hidden heroes of the animal kingdom. As the leader in invertebrate knowledge, inspiration and connection, Butterfly Pavilion works to foster an appreciation of these critical animals by educating the public about the need to protect and care for threatened habitats globally, while conducting research for solutions in invertebrate conservation. Whether it is providing unique, hands-on learning experiences in our exhibits and educational programs, conducting new research that sets the standard for zoos across the country or building innovative solutions for species and habitat conservation in countries around the world, Butterfly Pavilion is leading the way in ensuring invertebrates are protected for the future.
Below you will find a list of open positions that we currently have available. We encourage you to check back often for upcoming opportunities to join our team.
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Butterfly Pavilion Inclusivity Statement
Butterfly Pavilion embraces an environment of diversity and inclusiveness where all people’s ideas, experiences, and abilities are valued, thus ensuring the purpose and impact of our organization thrives through strong and meaningful community connection.
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for and directs all financial functions, including financial planning and reporting, budgets, forecasting, investments, risk management, and loss control. This position also oversees all IT across the organization. The CFO is a senior member of the Executive Leadership Team, a member of the Finance Committee, and a staff financial advisor to the Board of Directors.
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Camp Educator - Seasonal
The Summer Camp Educator is responsible for leading all aspects of a camp classroom during the 2024 Summer Camp season both onsite at Butterfly Pavilion and at our offsite camps in the Denver Metro Area. Leading a camp classroom successfully requires that the Summer Camp Educator, teach curriculum, monitor a room of up to 25 learners in grades K-12 and complete all other responsibilities associated with adhering to the requirements of the facility childcare licensure. Camps offered at Butterfly Pavilion will be for ages 5-9 years old, camps offered by Butterfly Pavilion in the Denver Metro Area will be for ages 10-12 years old.
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Environmental Educator - Programs
The Environmental Educator is responsible for providing world-class onsite and outreach education and experiences to learners of all ages across the Denver Metro area and onsite at Butterfly Pavilion, this includes field trip classes, outreach programs, virtual learning programs, afterschool programs, and camp programs. The Environmental Educator may also be asked to represent Butterfly Pavilion at events throughout the community.
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Species Identification Specialist
The Research Species Identification Specialist spends 40 hours/week fulfilling the research and conservation goals involving a BLM Lands pollination grant at Butterfly Pavilion, working in close cooperation with the Target Species Manager, BLM Project Coordinator, Vice President of Science and Conservation, and Fieldwork Technicians. Work duties include invertebrate specimen processing and identification, data management, and report writing.
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Seasonal Beekeeper Technician
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Seasonal Beekeeper to assist our team at Butterfly Pavilion, based in Denver and surrounding areas. As a Contracted Seasonal Beekeeper, this contractor will support the Target Species Manager in the husbandry, management, and care of our honeybee colonies, contributing to our mission of pollinator conservation. This is a seasonal contract with flexible hours (we estimate 36 hrs/month), during the active beekeeping season from spring to fall. If you are passionate about bees, conservation, and making a positive impact in your community, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity to be part of our dedicated team at Butterfly Pavilion.
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Seasonal Project Coordinator in Pollinator Research
Butterfly Pavilion is currently seeking a creative, highly motivated, and energetic individual to assist in the support and management of a BLM Lands pollination grant conducting fieldwork, overseeing staff, data management and analyses, and report writing as part of a team of talented and experienced staff, interns, and volunteers
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Housekeeper
The Custodian is a full-time position, 30 hours per week. This position will be responsible for performing all custodial duties at Butterfly Pavilion including, but not limited to, restrooms and break room maintenance, drinking fountains, public spaces and back of house, as well emptying and cleaning trash receptacles. Other duties of the position beyond custodial include assisting maintenance personnel as required and closing of the building. This position is responsible for being a team member and ensuring a clean, safe, comfortable and aesthetically pleasing environment for staff, volunteers and guests.
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Environmental Educator
The Educator is responsible for providing world-class onsite and outreach education and experiences to learners of all ages across the Denver Metro area and onsite at Butterfly Pavilion, this includes field trip classes, outreach programs, virtual learning programs, afterschool programs, and camp programs. The Educator may also be asked to represent Butterfly Pavilion at events throughout the community.
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Internships
Butterfly Pavilion offers a number of internships throughout the year, allowing students to obtain real-world experience in the fields of entomology, horticulture, education, exhibit interpretation, and more.
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