Salary: $11.00 - $12.00 HourlyLocation : 1327 S Baxter Ave, TylerJob Type: Part-Time TemporaryJob Number: 00377Department: Earth & Space Science CenterOpening Date: 09/01/2023Number of Months: N/ATyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP). Description The Part-Time Planetarium Educator, Earth & Space Science Center is a part-time position responsible to the Director, Earth & Space Science Center. This position represents Tyler Junior College to school groups, faculty and the community. The person taking this job must be: strongly motivated, trustworthy, resourceful, not intimidated by technology, able to learn quickly, able to accomplish a job with very little supervision, willing to learn new things and have a good sense of humor. Essential Functions and Duties
- Presenting planetarium programs in the Hudnall Planetarium, which can include movies as well as live-presentations
- Serve as point of contact for school groups upon their arrival, and explain rules and procedures
- Assist with hands-on, classroom activities for school and camp groups
- Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment in the planetarium, exhibit halls and classroom space
- Assist in maintaining and updating the planetarium website
- Assisting in the upkeep and maintenance of exhibit displays
- Creation and performance of presentations at local schools for planetarium outreach projects
- Performing other duties as assigned
CompetenciesKnowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must be able to communicate effectively in person as well as in general telephone conversation
- Must be able to work independently, respect confidentiality and maintain courtesy in dealing with students, faculty, staff and the community
- Must have interpersonal skills
Qualifications Required Education/Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education/Experience
- Existing knowledge of astronomy or science
Supplemental Information Other Expectations
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Will have contact - in person, by email, or by phone - with staff, students, and the general public
- Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities
NOTE: With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above - including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands. The position description is not inclusive of all responsibilities and expectations and may be amended with or without prior notice. RETIREMENTPart-Time Retirement Part-time employees are required to participate in the part-time retirement fund. The retirement fund is invested in a group fixed annuity contract with Ohio National Life Insurance Company. The plan will provide you and your beneficiary with fully vested cash settlement or income benefits after termination of employment for any reason.OTHER BENEFITSTJC Event AttendanceFree admission to regular season College sporting events for employees and immediate family.Free admission for two to most cultural arts events on campus.Library UseEmployees may utilize the Vaughn Library and Learning Resource Center.Fitness Facility UseEmployee and immediate family use of the Apache Recreation Center - an indoor weight and exercise center, 18-hole disc golf course, covered basketball course, and outdoor ping-pong table and cornhole. The cost is $5 per ID.Disclaimer: These benefits are subject to change without notice. The College reserves the right to change, modify and/or terminate any program with or without reason or notice. This is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute any agreement on the part to Tyler Junior College to provide employment to or benefits for the prospective employee.