Job description
This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (approximately 28 hours per week), seasonal (April – September) Education Project Assistant position for Oregon Sea Grant at Oregon State University (
OSU
).
Oregon State University Hatfield Marine Science Center serves the people of Oregon, the nation, and worldwide through research, education and extension that promotes the wise use of the ocean and its resources. Oregon Sea Grant administrates the outreach and education programs and the Visitor Center at HMSC. The Visitor Center encourages adults and children to enjoy marine science through a variety of exhibits and displays. These interactive exhibits and aquaria showcase marine research and highlight our unique coastal environment. Research conducted by HMSC scientists reflects the search for knowledge used to understand, manage, and sustain marine resources. The anticipated season is April through September.
Summary of Benefits: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee
Oregon State University Hatfield Marine Science Center serves the people of Oregon, the nation, and worldwide through research, education and extension that promotes the wise use of the ocean and its resources. Oregon Sea Grant administrates the outreach and education programs and the Visitor Center at HMSC. The Visitor Center encourages adults and children to enjoy marine science through a variety of exhibits and displays. These interactive exhibits and aquaria showcase marine research and highlight our unique coastal environment. Research conducted by HMSC scientists reflects the search for knowledge used to understand, manage, and sustain marine resources. The anticipated season is April through September.
Summary of Benefits: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee
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Position Duties
50% Assist with the daily operations in the Visitor Center, turning on and off exhibits, troubleshooting exhibits, opening and closing procedures, exhibit cleaning, stocking reference materials and brochures, communicating the daily updates and priorities to volunteers.
20% Staff the greeter and interpretive positions with the assistance of the volunteer corp.
Interpret the exhibits and aquaria, assist visitors at the touch tanks, answer questions, ensure that exhibits are operating correctly. Provide customer service to the public and assist individual inquiries.
20% Lead regularly scheduled interpretive presentations and tours for the public.
20% Staff the greeter and interpretive positions with the assistance of the volunteer corp.
Interpret the exhibits and aquaria, assist visitors at the touch tanks, answer questions, ensure that exhibits are operating correctly. Provide customer service to the public and assist individual inquiries.
20% Lead regularly scheduled interpretive presentations and tours for the public.
10% Cover cashier register duties for staff breaks and days off
Minimum Qualifications
Education, training, or experience sufficient to perform the duties required by the specific research, extension, or other educational project; AND Knowledge of spoken and written English sufficient to obtain, provide, or exchange information. Some positions may require skill in typing (proficiency level based on individual position requirements).
Additional Required Qualifications- Experience working with the public. Demonstrated ability to effectively work well with diverse groups.
- Ability to adapt to a changing technological environment.
- A demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
- A basic knowledge base and understanding of marine science.
- Exercise professionalism, sound judgment and proactively problem-solve.
This position will include working weekends and holidays. Requires working with volunteers and the public of all ages in a very busy environment. Requires working in cold salt water and hands on contact with marine animals. Physical duties involve standing, walking around the Visitor Center for exhibit operation, troubleshooting, dusting and cleaning all exhibits, and organizing materials. As well as operating an online reservation system and help with onsite register/credit card transactions when needed.
This position is deemed essential and the incumbent may be expected to report to work during inclement weather, emergency and other University work curtailments or closures. No This position requires a clear and unambiguous commitment to compliance of all National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations for Division I (FBS) universities. No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P04092CT
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
04/10/2023
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date
03/17/2023
Full Consideration Date
03/28/2023
Closing Date
04/06/2023
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by March 28, 2023. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for classified staff positions.
Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for classified staff positions.
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.
For additional information please contact: Renee Fowler at Renee.Fowler@oregonstate.edu
OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.
OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 24 months. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the Criminal History Check Requirement.
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