Community Programs Generalist

Title: Community Programs Generalist

State Role Title:Education Support Spec II

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 3

Agency: The Science Museum of Virginia

Location:Broad Street Station

Agency Website: Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Science Museum of Virginia is looking for a dynamic educator and key player to serve as a Community Programs Generalist on our Education Department.

In this exciting role youll work closely with the Assistant Director of Education for Community Programs and the Education Experience Coordinator to develop and deliver hands-on engaging science content for some of our most popular programsScience After Dark Earth Day Summer Camp Camp-Ins Science on Tap and more. Youll also support the Community Engagement Coordinator by helping bring the museum experience beyond our walls through community outreach events. As a cross-trained team member youll have the opportunity to dive into exhibition interpretation deliver Science on a Sphere presentations and assist with Dome operations ensuring a well-rounded and impactful role.

If youre energized by fast-paced environments love working with diverse audiences and enjoy a flexible schedule that includes some evenings weekends and holidaysthis role is for you!

Benefits

The position offers a competitive benefits package including medical dental vision FSA HRA HSA life insurance 457 and pension plan short and long-term disability and employee assistance program. The Science Museum has a generous paid time off policy including vacation leave four days family & personal leave eight sick days per year and 13 paid holidays.

Minimum Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a strong enthusiasm for teaching and a genuine passion for engaging with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to effectively interact with the general public school groups staff and volunteers. Experience working with multiple age groups in informal educational settings is essential and prior experience with children from low-income or at-risk populations is a plus. The ideal candidate will also possess strong organizational problem-solving interpersonal and communication skills; be flexible patient and resourceful; and have the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Comfort working in a fast-paced collaborative environment is important as is the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Experience delivering STEM-based classes workshops demonstrations and activities is required along with exceptional verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage a wide range of audiences.

Additional Considerations

Experience or a strong interest in science education or a related field is a plus. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in a science center or similar setting particularly those who have demonstrated progressive responsibility. Experience in planning developing writing and implementing informal educational activities is highly valued. Familiarity with distance learning platforms such as Zoom and Google Meet is important as is the ability to effectively use G Suite (or similar applications) for word processing spreadsheets databases and presentations. A valid drivers license is a plus and fluency in a second language is highly desirable.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The Science Museum of Virginia will accept ONLY online applications for all Science Museum employment opportunities. To be considered for this position you must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the on-line Virginia Jobs (RMS) employment site no later than 11:55 p.m. on the closing date listed. If the position is an open until filled recruitment; the position will remain open for a minimum of 5 workdays or until the position is filled. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and additional qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application; therefore it is essential to provide detailed information. Submitting an application lacking in detail may impact your interview eligibility. The RMS website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application and this position. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date. Computers are available for applying for jobs in public libraries and the Virginia Employment Commission offices.

The Science Museum seeks motivated people of all backgrounds. We value diversity of cultures races and ethnicities gender expressions and abilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer the Science Museum Welcomes Veterans to apply! We provide hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29 (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application or resume.

Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks.

The Science Museum will record information from each new employees Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.