STEM Education Assistant

Desert Research Institute; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Desert Research Institute in Reno, NV is seeking a STEM Education Assistant to support the STEM Education Program and its outreach events. The role focuses on maintaining the STEM Co-Lab, developing supplemental materials, and assisting with community outreach and educator professional development.

The position requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and a willingness to travel regionally for weekend/evening events. Compensation is $17.20/hour for about 10 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record; Insurance on incumbent's vehicle
• Strong interest in working with PreK-12 grade students, educators and community members
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office, Google Suite programs and Canva
• Ability to work independently and maintain responsibility for individual work
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills
• Highly organized with an attention to detail
• Availability to work evenings and weekends

Responsibilities

• Development of supplemental education and/or promotional material
• Prepare and facilitate educational and public outreach events
• Assist with educator professional development training and outreach event planning and implementation
• Present education programs in PreK-12 classrooms
• Assist with promoting programing on social media
• Assist with video editing

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Independent work

Organizational skills

Evenings/weekends

Bilingual Spanish and English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Canva

Job description

Job Description

The Desert Research Institute's STEM Education Program is seeking a STEM Education Assistant in Reno, Nevada.

This position will support the STEM Education Program, with a focus on supporting the Outreach Events for our program. Specifically, this position would support the day-to-day upkeep of the STEM Co-Lab (an educator training facility and lending library), STEM demonstration area, assist with preparation and participate in STEM Education community outreach events.

• Keep the STEM Co-Lab up to date (education supplies and materials)
• Develop supplemental materials
• Attend outreach events
• Support educator professional development events
• Promote programming through social media

This position does require periodic regional travel for weekend and evening events. The successful candidate must have their own vehicle available and be willing to travel to DRI and other locations as needed (mileage is reimbursed). This position is located in Reno, NV.

The following tasks will be required for this position:

• Development of supplemental education and/or promotional material
• Prepare and facilitate educational and public outreach events
• Assist with educator professional development training and outreach event planning and implementation
• Present education programs in PreK-12 classrooms
• Assist with promoting programing on social media
• Assist with video editing

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record; Insurance on incumbent's vehicle
• Strong interest in working with PreK-12 grade students, educators and community members
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office, Google Suite programs and Canva
• Ability to work independently and maintain responsibility for individual work
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills
• Highly organized with an attention to detail
• Availability to work evenings and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual- Spanish and English
• Student pursing a degree in education, communications, psychology, family sciences or related topics
• Experience working with inventory
• Experience working with PreK-12 students, educators, or non-profit organizations
• Knowledge of graphic design program to create flyers or presentations

Compensation: $17.20/hour

Schedule: 10 hours per week (potential for increased hours based upon funding)

Periodic weekend and evening events

Periodic paid regional travel

Physical Requirements

• Need to perform physical tasks such as lifting objects up to 60lbs, stooping, bending, kneeling or standing for long periods of time.

Conditions of Employment

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
• If enrolled at NSHE institution for 2025-2026 school year, students must carry at least 6 credits to be considered a student worker.
• Employment is contingent upon the incumbent providing a copy of their DMV driving record, valid driver's license, and vehicle insurance.
• An incumbent is not eligible for employment due to an unsatisfactory driving record.
• Examples of unacceptable infractions include but are not limited to:
  • Suspended or revoked license
  • Three or more moving violations in the past 36 months
  • Any violations involving drugs, alcohol, controlled substances, etc., within the past 24 months
  • Leaving the scene of an accident within the past 24 months
  • Reckless driving within the past 24 months
  • At fault in an accident resulting in a fatality or serious injury within the past five years

Exempt No Full-Time Equivalent 25.0%

Company Culture

Welcome to the Desert Research Institute (DRI), we are excited to see your interest in our research, administrative, and staff positions. This unique entrepreneurial setting enables innovative, and results driven individuals to accomplish world renowned achievements.

Since 1959, DRI has stood at the forefront of understanding Earth's complex environmental systems, promoting preservation of diverse ecosystems, advancing responsible natural resource management, and improving human health and welfare throughout Nevada and around the world.

Research at DRI calls on the expertise and methods of multiple scientific disciplines. More than 400 highly-skilled scientists, engineers, technicians, students and staff on two main campuses in Reno and Las Vegas, Nevada, are collaboratively focused on understanding and answering critical questions about water quality and availability, air quality, sustainability of desert lands, life in extreme environments, and more.

DRI ranks high in research and development expenditures in environmental sciences.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

DRI is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment free of discrimination without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DRI employs only U.S. citizens and persons lawfully authorized to work in the United States.

Additionally, we comply with all applicable state laws and DRI takes measures consistent with Title IX to ensure the safety and wellbeing of its students, faculty and staff.

Title IX Coordinator Information

Jennifer Schultz Title IX Coordinator/Director of Human Resources 2215 Raggio Parkway Reno, NV 89512 [phone] [e-mail]

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NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA 1945. Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education.