Job Information
Salt Lake County Community Programs Presenter at Clark Planetarium in SALT LAKE CITY, Utah
Job Description
SHIFT DETAILS Our Community Programs Presenter team works varied hours, including afternoons/evenings and occasional weekday mornings and weekends as needed.*
JOB SUMMARY:
The Community Programs Presenter provides educational programming to members of the community in local library branches, Clark Planetarium events, and other community functions. Instruction provided by the Community Programs Presenter involves development and in-person delivery of STEAM curricula including lesson plans, hands-on interactive activities, and live science demonstrations. In-person delivery occurs primarily in a classroom setting or at indoor and outdoor events and festivals.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
Present science lesson plans, hands-on interactive activities, and live science demonstrations to a variety of audiences
Provide inspiring, engaging, and educational experiences for community members of all ages and backgrounds
Accurately gather, record, and submit required information for each visit to be used for internal and state
Actively review the calendar of outreach visits several weeks in advance of each visit in coordination with other staff members
Communicate as needed with external contacts prior to programs/events to verify and finalize any necessary details (e.g., coordinating setup of equipment, verifying time and date)
Travel to outreach locations along the Wasatch Front in one of Clark Planetarium’s vans (most visits will be within a 1-hour drive)
Operate telescopes at star and solar viewing parties
Manage time and travel to arrive punctually to work and outreach locations
Create curriculum and write lesson plans
Follow safety guidelines
Other duties as Examples include but are not limited to: teaching summer camp sessions, participating in school “science nights”
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must pass a Utah Criminal Record background check
Highly dependable, punctual, and accountable
Engaging and enthusiastic personality
Ability to describe and convey science principles and concepts to a wide range of ages and backgrounds
Able to work independently and adapt to situations
Ability to navigate and use various social media platforms
Must successfully complete online driver’s safety program (4 hours online) and other Salt Lake County trainings
Valid Utah driver’s license and good driving record
Able to perform physical duties including:
Must be able to lift 50
Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time
Must be comfortable using educational and scientific equipment including but not limited to: liquid nitrogen, flammable gases, compressed air, etc.
Must be able to occasionally work outside in all weather conditions
Additional Information
TEMPORARY POSITIONS:
An "At Will", FLSA non-exempt employee who is not eligible for County benefits and who must work an average of 29 hours or less per week or an average of 129 hours or less per month.
Must work an average of 29 hours or less per week or an average of 129 hours or less per month.
Are not eligible for County benefits except as otherwise provided for by policy.
Are not considered merit employees.
Are "at will" employees who may be terminated for any reason, without notice, and without a pre-termination hearing.
Job LocationsUS-UT-SALT LAKE CITY
Requisition ID2024-36487
of Openings3
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date1 month ago(4/22/2024 8:10 PM)
SLCO Department (Portal Searching)Clark Planetarium
Location : LocationUS-UT-SALT LAKE CITY
Location : Address110 S 400 W
Location : Postal Code84101
Position Type (Portal Searching)Temporary Part-Time
Requisition Post Information* : Post End Date6/23/2024
Grade001
Posted Min$15.50 Hourly
Posted Max$15.50 Hourly