Job Posting Title:
Community STEM Engagement Program Coordinator (Jackson School of Geosciences)
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Hiring Department:
John A and Katherine G Jackson School of Geosciences
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
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FLSA Status:
Exempt from FLSA
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Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
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Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
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Job Details:
General Notes
The Environmental Science Institute at UT Austin seeks a Program Coordinator to advance community STEM engagement initiatives, including the Hot Science – Cool Talks series and its community resilience research network of theBRIDGES Program.
Purpose
Coordinate, advance, and promote ESI community STEM engagement programs; assist in proposal preparation for the continued support of ESI’s community engagement programs; and provide administrative support for some ESI operations.
Responsibilities
Co-create and manage Hot Science – Cool Talks events, which are 6 unique science engagement events each year that engage the public in the excitement of scientific discovery. Responsibilities include presenter curation (choosing and working with dynamic leading researchers), venue coordination, stakeholder communication, registration management, promotional strategy, presentation and multimedia support, pre-event interactive fair planning, and onsite event logistics.
Coordinate multimedia content development for Hot Science – Cool Talks and its developing TV show, Hot Science TV, including management and promotion of livestreams and podcasts, and overseeing development of associated educational materials.
Provide logistical support for fundraising efforts related to STEM communication and engagement initiatives, including fundraising campaigns and proposal preparation.
Develop and strengthen existing connections with community partners to implement ESI’s community engagement, including by participating in community events.
Provide support for ESI operations, including setting weekly meeting agendas, tracking inventory, and work with JSG’s financial office to distribute financial reports and information.
Other related functions as assigned. Assist ESI Director as needed.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in STEM or related field. Five years of experience administering a program, such as an event coordinator, outreach/community engagement coordinator, academic administrator, media specialist, or editor. Demonstrated ability to prioritize responsibilities, problem-solve, manage multiple concurrent projects, and meet deadlines. Highly detail-oriented with outstanding organizational and time-management skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
More than the required experience. A strong interest in STEM education, environmental science, and sustainability; experience in coordinating and leading a STEM learning activity; experience in graphic design, social media management, event planning, and conducting podcast interviews are all preferred. English/Spanish bilingual. Demonstrated record of leading or assisting with proposal preparation.
Driving Required
This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).
Salary Range
$55,000 + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
May work around standard office conditions. Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. Use of manual dexterity. Some travel to local communities.
Lifting and moving.
Schedule is standard office hours. In addition, Hot Science events are offered six times a year, typically on Friday nights from 5-9 p.m.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
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Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
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Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
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Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E-Verify:
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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
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