Salt Lake County Hiring for Clark Planetarium Education Program Presenter-Temporary at Salt Lake City, UT Full Time

Summary:
Presents educational programs to school groups and field trip groups on site at Clark Planetarium. Provides positive, informative on-site interactions through scheduled programming and exhibit exploration. Assist in additional projects or scientific demonstrations for public relations or other events to support the overall education mission.

Primary duties:
Actively review the calendar of shows and presentations in advance.

Present to audiences at a range of developmental backgrounds, including both K-12 students and adults.

Presents educational programs to school and public audiences.

Provides educational interactions with school and public audiences.

Presents scientific demonstrations to school groups and public audiences as needed.

Attends meetings and training sessions.

Other duties as assigned. Examples include but are not limited to: teaching summer camp sessions, participating in school “science night” type programs, etc.

Qualifications:
Basic computer operations, including Microsoft Office

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

Ability to collaborate and communicate with team members and managers

Able to perform physical duties including:
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

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.

Requirements:
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Position requires the ability to walk extensive distances, kneel, bend, and stand for long periods of time, climb stairs while transporting medical equipment, twisting and lifting heavy equipment, lift backboards and transport patients up or down stairs.

Must have weeknight and weekend availability.

All certifications/licenses must be current.