Planetarium Assistant

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

Job summary

Weber State University seeks a Planetarium Assistant to support shows for K-12 students, help with show production, and create curriculum materials for outreach programs.

The successful candidate will have completed Introduction to Astronomy and must be a current Weber State University student. This is an hourly, pool-position with immediate screening and a six-month ineligibility window for ACA-related employment rules.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Present shows to visiting K-12 students and assist with show production.
• Create curriculum materials for planetarium programs.
• Support outreach and education programs of the planetarium.

Skills

Public speaking

Education

Introduction to Astronomy course taken

Job description

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

Requisition Number

Requisition Number H00131P

Position Category

Position Category Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location

Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Months per year

Pay Grade

Hourly Pay Rate

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.

If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.

The screening of applicants will begin immediately.

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.

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.

Physical Activity of this position

Physical Activity of this position Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position

Physical Requirements of this position Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls requiring exertion of forces greater than sedentary wo

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level.

Supplemental Questions

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Public Job Posting
  • Internal Job Posting
  • Agency Referral
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Personal Referral
  • Website
  • Other
• * How long ago did you take Introduction to Astronomy? How did you perform in that course?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you a current Weber State University student?
  • Yes
  • No

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