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The Lawrence Hall of Science is welcoming applications for a Planetarium Manager. In collaboration with the Planetarium Director and the Planetarium Specialist, the Planetarium Manager will manage program development and delivery for Earth & space science content at the Lawrence Hall of Science. This position will manage and assist the development and evaluation of new program projects for planetarium domes, Science on a Sphere, and other educational settings on an ongoing and seasonal basis. The position will also manage the delivery of new and existing Earth & space science programs throughout the science center.
The Planetarium Manager will develop and implement training for facilitators of Earth & space science programming. Collaborating across the institution, this position will ensure the operational excellence of Planetarium offerings.
In collaboration with the Planetarium Director and the Planetarium Specialist, the Planetarium Manager will manage program development and delivery for Earth & space science content at the Lawrence Hall of Science.
Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced public educational program professional to resolve a wide range of educational program issues and needs assessments. Develops new public educational programs, and works on complex public educational programs of diverse scope. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for delivering programs and space science assets. Receives general instructions and exercises judgment in selecting methods and techniques for course and instructional improvement. Fully knowledgeable in course subject matter and program.
This position will manage and assist the development and evaluation of new program projects for planetarium domes, Science on a Sphere, and other educational settings on an ongoing and seasonal basis.
The position will also manage the delivery of new and existing Earth & space science programs throughout the science center. The incumbent will develop and implement training for facilitators of Earth & space science programming.
Collaborating across the institution, this position will ensure the operational excellence of Planetarium offerings.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter addressed to Dr. Bryan Mendez.
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The First Review Date for this job is: March 7, 2024. For full consideration please submit application materials by March 14, 2024. The department will review applications on a rolling basis. The job will remain open until filled.