What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planetarium Assistant position at Weber State University?
Position Details
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title
Planetarium Assistant
Requisition Number
H00131P
Position Category
Hourly/Work Study
Campus Location
Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week
Months per year
Alternate work schedule
Pay Grade
Salary
Hourly Pay Rate
$ 15.00
FLSA
Job Summary/Basic Function
Planetarium assistants perform multiple functions in the planetarium. They present shows to visiting K-12 students, help with show production, create curriculum materials, and perform several other duties in connection with the outreach and education programs of the planetarium.
The successful applicant will have taken (and performed well in!) Introduction to Astronomy.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
The successful applicant will have taken (and performed well in!) Introduction to Astronomy.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
Required Qualifications
Must be a student at Weber State University.
Must have taken (and performed well in!) Introduction to Astronomy.
Must have taken (and performed well in!) Introduction to Astronomy.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in public speaking or speaking to groups preferred.
Background Check?
Yes
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
08/12/2025
Review Date
08/14/2025
Job Close Date
08/12/2026
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/3647
Notes to Applicant
To apply, complete the online application.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position
Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position
Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls requiring exertion of forces greater than sedentary wo
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.
The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level.
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