About Arizona Science Center

Arizona Science Center is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

POSITION SUMMARY

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following:

• Daily, engage with guests inside the center, offering high quality science communication
• Facilitate biological science activities to encourage an understanding of current science in a hands-on learning environment
• Provide exceptional guest engagement for the Nature Exchange Program teaching guests about the natural world around them through the exchange of information
• Stay informed of advances in the field of biological science to provide up to date information to guests

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent or at least four years of related experience and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with standard computer applications; proficient in MS Office skills, including Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working in a field of biological sciences
• Knowledge of Arizona College and Career Ready Standards.
• Knowledge of youth development concepts and strategies.
• Knowledge of student-centered, inquiry-based, experiential learning approaches.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication and reporting.
• Skill in problem-solving and decision-making.
• Skill in adapting program content and complexity to the ages and interests of youth and adults
• Ability to be relied upon to be on time and prepared for programs.
• Ability to work individually and in a team.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with a variety of stakeholders
• Ability to present effectively with diverse audiences. Ability to manage and engage small and large groups in learning activities.
• Ability to speak clearly and project a voice across a room.
• Ability to engage the audience in higher-level thinking through inquiry-based questioning and discussion.
• Ability to multitask and adjust quickly to changing priorities or organizational needs.
• Experience engaging people in interactive, hands-on, engaging learning experiences
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to read, write, and converse in Spanish, Navajo, or Diné preferred.

BENEFITS include, but are not limited to:

• 21 paid days off annually including holidays, birthdays, and vacation days
• 15 days of accrued sick time
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life and Long Term Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Family membership to Arizona Science Center and 600 Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC)
• Admission Exchange Program - Year-round complimentary admission for the employee and one guest to visit the Phoenix Zoo, Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix Art Museum, Heard Museum, Arizona Museum of Natural History, etc.