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Outreach Instructional Assistant III (Part-Time) (Multiple Positions) (Updated)

arizona
Tucson, AZ Part Time
POSTED ON 9/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/12/2026
Outreach Instructional Assistant III (Part-Time) (Multiple Positions) (Updated)
Posting Number req23561
Department Steward Observatory
Department Website Link https://astro.arizona.edu
Location Tucson Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights

Please Note: This posting has been updated to reflect an increase in available positions—from 9 positions to 11 positions.

The University of Arizona's Steward Observatory invites applications for the part-time position of Outreach Instructional Assistant III. This position is responsible for organizing and leading all aspects of the Mount Lemmon SkyCenter's nightly, public star gazing programs. Utilizing the Observatory's 0.8-meter and 0.6-meter telescopes situated at the summit of Mount Lemmon, the program leader is responsible for facilitating the astronomical outreach program, and engaging guests in exploring natural phenomenon and the wonders of the night sky.

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Duties & Responsibilities
  • Deliver complex astronomy information and promote astronomy content, programs, materials for community outreach programs. These programs are for external audiences such as individuals, families, organizations and communities.
  • Work and communicate with team members and the general public of all ages. 
  • Support other departmental outreach events.
  • Create new material and curriculum for outreach presentations.
  • Maintain relevant trainings and certifications; keep abreast of news in space sciences at the UA and elsewhere.
  • Preparation of site and telescope before and after programs.
  • Assist with inventory levels and merchandise stocking. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to work/communicate well with team members and the general public of all ages. 
  • Ability to achieve program objectives. 

Environmental Requirements:

  • The work of this position occurs both at the summit of Mount Lemmon at an altitude of ~9170 ft., as well as other locations in the Tucson valley and in-between. Individuals performing this position must be able to work safely outdoors at varied elevations in climate conditions typical of being outdoors.
Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy. 
Preferred Qualifications
FLSA Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 10
Job FTE 0.25
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Outreach and Community Engagement
Benefits Eligible No Benefits
Rate of Pay $16.50 - $20.63
Compensation Type hourly rate
Grade 3
Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Career Stream and Level OC3
Job Family Outreach Education
Job Function Outreach & Community Engage
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 11
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Cathi Duncan | cduncanf@arizona.edu
Open Date 8/1/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.

Salary : $17 - $21

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