About Company

RSI EnTech (RSI) has provided services to major federal clients and Fortune 500 engineering and construction companies since 1996. RSI EnTech has more than two decades of experience in complex, highly regulated markets providing environmental, engineering, energy and project management services while maintaining an excellent safety record. RSI Services was founded in 2017 and is the 8(a) company of RSI EnTech.

RSI is headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee and is a wholly owned operating company of ASRC Industrial (AIS).  AIS is a wholly owned operating company of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC), an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC). Through ASRC, we are a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE).

RSI offers a full range of benefits; a generous PTO plan, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K (100% match up to 4% eligible compensation) and 100% immediate vesting, Basic and Supplemental life insurance, and short- & long-term disability.

Job Title: Education Specialist
Location(s): Grand Junction, CO
Status: Full-Time
FLSA: Exempt
Hiring Range: $55,000.00 - $62,000.00/yr. (The anticipated starting salary pay range of $55,000.00 - $62,000.00/yr. is based on minimum requirements for this position. Minimum requirements are a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and at least 7 years of experience of relevant experience. The offered salary will be based upon the selected applicant’s education, training, and experience.)

Clearance and Health Requirements:

• Criminal Background Check
• Pre-placement Drug Screening
• Fit for Duty Test (if applicable)

RSI EnTech, LLC is recruiting for a Education Specialist who will be responsible for programmatic planning for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through the development of activities, materials, resources, and training opportunities. Facilitates LM staff direct participation in STEM activities in their communities. Content responsibilities includes educational curriculum, presentations, talking points, programs, displays, exhibits, and materials for the LM public website, publications, and social media. The Education Specialist also travels, as needed, to host activities for single classrooms, medium to large school events, and staffs booths at community festivals and technical conferences. This position will also provide support to the regular operation and programming of the Atomic Legacy Cabin in Grand Junction, Colorado.

This position is required to travel up to 20% of the time.

Primary responsibilities and essential functions:

• Responsible for providing project leadership to develop STEM related lesson plans, curriculum, scripts, videos, publications, and activities for community events across the LM complex and LM professional conferences.
• Serve Subject matter expert in the Next Generation Science Standards.
• Approximately 30% of time supports the regular operation and programs conducted at the Atomic Legacy Cabin.
• Provide excellent professional customer service for both the public and internal team members.
• Ensure safe working conditions at workstations and in public areas.
• Provide subject matter expertise and project leadership.
• Responsible for working with staff to develop onsite, offsite, and virtual experiences for schools, youth and adult groups, stakeholders, and the public in support of the Atomic Legacy Cabin.
• Communicate information and works collaboratively throughout all levels of the LM/LMSP organization.
• Serve as a contributing member of the LMSP ECHO team.
• Responsible for providing ongoing schedule reports of lesson plans, curriculum, scripts, videos, publications, activities, and attendance numbers.
• Responsible for leading the development of project plans for site-related interpretive projects. Includes planning, developing, and participating in on- and off-site programs, special events, outreach, and related projects.
• Independently plan, develop, and host educational and interpretive lessons for public audiences. When working with schools – ensure alignment with state standards of education and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Includes writing program themes, lesson plans, and talking points, as well as preparing presentations and other content as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work experience, skills, and capabilities needed:

• Effectively communicates and writes lesson plans and activities about STEM subject areas that align to NGSS.
• Ability to work with the public in many educational settings both in-person and virtually with a wide diversity of audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization and project management skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Proven problem-solving, decision making, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage internal client expectations across multiple, competing projects/priorities with quick turn-around times.
• Positive attitude and orientation towards customer service.
• Can-do attitude and collaborative work style; flexibility and adaptability.
• Ability to maintain a safe working environment for self, coworkers, and the public.
• Ability to lead independent tasks and collaborative efforts.
• Ability to think and act creatively to define a project and then execute that project.
• Ability to work under pressure to complete tasks with aggressive due dates.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Technical knowledge, certifications/licenses, and software proficiency required:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint.
• Familiarity with Next Generation Science Standards, classroom experience, demonstrated ability to write interpretive themes, educational lesson plans and STEM curricula.
• Valid driver’s license.

Desirable qualifications, experience, or proficiencies of the ideal candidate:

• Have or be willing to earn Certified Interpretive Guide training from the National Association of Interpretation.

Required Education and Years of Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Communications, Public Relations, or related field with a minimum 7 years’ experience. Experience in Lieu of education may be considered.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

Medium: Work involves moving objects by exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, or an above-negligible amount and up to 10 pounds constantly. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for light work.

Job Posting Close Date:

05/24/2024

EEO Statement:

ASRC Industrial (AIS) and its operating companies affords equal opportunity in employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law. AIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.