Program Engagement Specialist
Location
Arizona
Posted
1 day ago
Salary
$62.9K - $81.8K / year
Seniority
Junior
Job Description
Program Engagement Specialist
Smithsonian Institution
• Deliver essential components of the STARS program to schools, including on site technical setup and teacher professional development. • Conduct hands-on workshops for educators on telescope alignment and navigation. • Lead in-classroom lessons and facilitate safe solar observing for students. • Organize and host community "Star Parties," providing expert-level guided tours of the night sky. • Serve as the primary liaison between Arizona schools and the STARS program. • Responsible for the routine care of the assigned GSA vehicle and all astronomical equipment for events. • Maintain records of school visits, participant demographics, and equipment status; prepare post-event reports and assessments.
Job Requirements
- One year of full-time experience at the GS-07 level that is close or similar to the work of this job.
- Demonstrated experience with telescope operation.
- Proven track record of working with K-12 students and teachers in a classroom or informal education setting.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record to operate a GSA vehicle.
- Must be able to pass a Smithsonian Institution (SI) background check and obtain an Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
- Deep knowledge of observational astronomy and the ability to communicate complex concepts.
- Ability to work independently while "on the road" and manage a demanding travel schedule.
- Strong interpersonal skills for building relationships with school administrators, teachers and STARS team members.
- Collaborative mindset with strong ability to work effectively with people from various communities.
- Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to higher education programs of U.S. Institutions.
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Transit/Commuter Benefits
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Annual and Sick Leave
- Family Friendly Leave
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Discounts for Smithsonian Memberships
- Discounts for Museum Stores and Restaurants
- Credit Union
- Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care)
Related Guides
Related Categories
Related Job Pages
More General Jobs
English Teacher (FCE)
ClassgapLearn with online lessons. Connect with qualified tutors from over 90+ countries.
• You will provide private tutoring to primary, secondary, or adult students depending on your level and experience
Law Tutor – Private Tutor
ClassgapLearn with online lessons. Connect with qualified tutors from over 90+ countries.
• Provide private law tutoring • Help students achieve their academic goals
• Provide strategic oversight and assurance of Navigate delivery across all Priory hospitals across the United Kingdom • Manage the contracting of our procured partners in the delivery of Navigate services • Identify emerging themes, risks and gaps through data, feedback and intelligence • Escalate concerns appropriately through established governance routes • Offer expert guidance, constructive challenge and targeted support to services • Strengthen local accountability while maintaining national consistency • Work in partnership with service users and Lived Experience Partners to ensure the model remains authentic, relevant and responsive
Real Estate Photographer
House & Home PhotographyWe are a professional real estate media company located in the Bay Area.
• Photograph homes listed for sale to meet the online marketing and print needs of Realtors and their Brokerage firm • Meet brokers/clients on site and perform photo session • Label and upload images to our filing system, the same day of the shoot (you will not be editing the photos.
