STEM Communicator (Thunder Bay)

STEM Communicator Thunder Bay$39130 to $42000 full-time permanent generous benefits packageDoes the idea of getting paid to travel and experience Northern Ontario while engaging people in STEM excite youAre you passionate about engaging visitors with innovative experiences and programs Are you always looking for new adventures and enjoy a fast-paced work environment that is always changingAt Science North we thrive on bringing award-winning science experiences to communities across Northern Ontario and we want YOUR passion for engaging people with STEM!As the STEM Communicator you will be a key member of the STEM Engagement team delivering engaging hands-on science experiences to students families and community audiences across Northern Ontario including many First Nation Communities. You will work with a variety of audiences including children and youth as you actively communicate and promote STEM through dynamic engaging Science North programs. Your primary role will be delivering high-quality programming on a number of STEM topics bringing science to life through demonstrations workshops and interactive programming (in Thunder Bay and on the road) while working alongside a collaborative team of passionate STEM professionals. If you have experience in program delivery are passionate about science either with a formal background or through life/work experience this may be the job for you!Key Responsibilities:Travel to Northern Ontario communities including Indigenous communities to deliver outreach experiences including visits to schools festivals fairs and partner locationsBe a key member of the STEM Engagement Unit supporting other programming initiativesEvaluate obtain and act on programming feedbackSupport the writing of scripts signage and content for programs and specialty workshops/showsProblem solve/anticipate needs/issues identify solutions and respond to client complaints/concernsAssist with inventories and maintenance of equipment materials & suppliesWhat you bring:Valid G drivers license reflecting a 3-year safe driving record(non-negotiable)Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout Northern Ontario including winter roads evening and weekend workFormal background in a STEM field or equivalentexperienceDemonstrated organizational skillsA positive and fun attitude with demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a teamSuperior attention to detail and an aptitude for resourcefulnessExceptional communication skills possessing a high level of verbal and written proficiencyin EnglishExcellent demonstrated program delivery skillsAbility to engage large crowds with science showsAbility to work independently often from external locationsCompensation Highlights:Full-time permanent opportunityCompetitive salary starting at $39130 to $42000 per yearAnnual performance and merit increase considerationParticipation in the Science North Employee Incentive PlanComprehensive group benefit package including medical dental vision paramedical life/travel insurance short and long-term disability coverage 24/7 telemedicine access wellness spending account/ onsite physio/chiro servicesPension plan following one year (or continued participation in OTPP)Science North annual family membershipFree or discounted admission to other attractions outside Sudbury Science North facilities and program discounts fitness membership contribution free on-site parkingProfessional development opportunitiesMinimum 3 weeks vacation with incremental entitlements of one week after 5 and 10 yrs of serviceDont meet every single requirementAt Science North we are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other online. An early application represents your best opportunity for consideration. Science North is committed to an inclusive workplace and invites applications from all qualified individuals to join our diverse team. Accommodations are available upon request in all aspects of Science Norths selection process. We thank all interested candidates; only those selected for interviews will be North is grateful to work with First Nations across Northern Ontario and we give thanks to the Indigenous Peoples who have cared for this land since time immemorial. We pay respect to their traditions ways of knowing and acknowledge their many contributions to innovations in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics past and present. We also recognize the Métis Nation of Ontario for their historic and ongoing contributions. Science North commits to deepening engagement relationships and partnerships in order to advance truth and reconciliation honour and reflect Indigenous ways of knowing grow economic opportunities and collaborate with Indigenous peoples as partners in order to inspire all people to be engaged with science in the world around North is a registered charityScience North is an agency of the Government of Ontario