Present astronomy programs in our Digital Planetarium. Operate and monitor computer and projection equipment and manage crowds and physical space. Public speaking, knowledge/interest in astronomy and the night sky, comfortable learning digital planetarium software and technology, and a keen eye for detail are all necessary skills.
Availability from Tuesday to Saturday with some occasional evenings.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Experience working with the general public (including children)
- Comfort in front of audiences
- Familiarity with science content
- Ability to provide excellent guest service to museum visitors
- Engaging with the visitors between shows
- Updating and creating follow-up educational resources for teachers
- Potential opportunities to assist in development and implementation of programming
- Maintaining materials and supplies
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Applicants must have completed at least one year of college coursework or comparable experience. Interest and/or coursework in science or education are encouraged
- Knowledge of basic science content
Skills:
- Good judgement, personal responsibility, and productive impact
Ability to:
- Work both independently and as part of a team
- Provide excellent guest service to museum visitors
- Attend training sessions as part of the onboarding process
