Planetarium Assistant

Weber State University Department of Automotive Technology; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University is seeking a Planetarium Assistant to support its planetarium outreach and education programs on campus in Ogden, UT. The role includes presenting shows to visiting K-12 students, helping with show production, and creating curriculum materials under supervision.

The successful candidate will have taken Introduction to Astronomy and is expected to contribute to educational outreach activities while maintaining a flexible schedule as a pooled hourly position.

Qualifications

• Must be a Weber State University student.
• Must have taken Introduction to Astronomy.

Responsibilities

• Present shows to visiting K-12 students.
• Assist with show production.
• Create curriculum materials.

Skills

Public speaking

Education

Introduction to Astronomy

Job description

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title Planetarium Assistant

Requisition Number H00131P

Position Category Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week

Months per year

Alternate work schedule

Pay Grade Salary Hourly Pay Rate $ 15.00 FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function

Planetarium assistants perform multiple functions in the planetarium. They present shows to visiting K-12 students, help with show production, create curriculum materials, and perform several other duties in connection with the outreach and education programs of the planetarium.

The successful applicant will have taken (and performed well in!) Introduction to Astronomy.

This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.

Required Qualifications

• Must be a student at Weber State University.
• Must have taken (and performed well in!) Introduction to Astronomy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in public speaking or speaking to groups preferred.

Background Check? Yes

Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.

Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.