Oregon Coast STEM Hub Coordinator

Oregon Coast STEM Hub Coordinator

Oregon State University

Department: Sea Grant STEM Hub (RSG)

Appointment Type: Professional Faculty

Job Location: Newport

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range: $44,496 - $75,516

Job Summary:

The Oregon Coast STEM Hub is seeking a Coordinator. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.

This position is based at the Hatfield Marine Science Center (HMSC), which houses the Oregon Coast STEM Hub (OCSH), researchers, educators, and resource managers from Oregon State University, Oregon Sea Grant and state and federal agencies. A wide variety of workshops, field trips, and short courses are offered for the public, schoolteachers, K-12 students, and other groups both onsite and elsewhere.

OCSH is currently seeking a Coordinator who will support the OCSH Director with educator professional development, community events, and student activities to support HUB initiatives such as STEM Early Learning and Career Connected Learning (job shadows, internships, etc.). This employee will plan, organize, coordinate, evaluate and participate in activities for the OCSH. They will provide communications support and will monitor and report metrics against program goals and will interact with internal and external collaborators and stakeholders to build program support. The role requires interaction with a diverse group of stakeholders and partners.

The OCSH is a regional cross-sector collaborative that works to improve and guide integrated science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in Oregon coastal communities. This Hub is a collective impact partnership that is overseen by Oregon Sea Grant and is part of a larger statewide network of STEM Hubs funded and supported by the Oregon Department of Education. The OCSH is charged with leading the efforts of partners to create and deliver STEM educational programs designed to break through systemic barriers, provide inclusive access, open opportunities, and build confidence in K-12 students. The OCSH provides engaging learning experiences that promote and inspire educational and personal success among the educators and students it serves.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:

• Top 1.4% university in the world

• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

• 217k+ alumni worldwide

• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

• Retirement savings paid by the university.

• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Future and current OSU employees can use the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities

45% Plans, coordinates, and implements OCSH strategy and activities

• Assists with grant writing and reporting in support of STEM programming efforts.

• Develops, implements, and evaluates programs for OCSH outreach and education to reach targeted audiences relevant to the mission of OCSH and as articulated in the OCSH Partnership Plan.

• Works with partners to develop and facilitate professional development for educators in our region, as well as STEM and Career Connected Learning activities and camps for youth, with a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

35% Relationship building and partnership development

• Establishes, manages, and maintains internal and external relationships to retain expertise and resources to promote and deliver STEM programs and services, including but not limited to OSU faculty, county and state agencies, government entities, volunteers, and community organizations.

• Creates and maintains processes to facilitate active communication between program participants, volunteers, stakeholders, sponsors, partners, and faculty.

• Represents OCSH through participation and support at public outreach events and conferences.

• Leads and/or serves on internal and external committees.

• Attends regional and statewide meetings and events to help facilitate and support partners and participants.

10% Data collection and reporting

• Collects, compiles, and analyzes data; prepares reports and documents.

5% Volunteer recruitment and management

• Identifies and recruits a diverse group of volunteers to support the needs of the STEM Hub and partners.

• Trains volunteers to participate in STEM activities and maintains records of training and activities, including youth safety training.

5% Professional development and other duties as assigned

• Attends appropriate in-service activities, seminars, workshops, and classes to maintain core competencies in areas related to position responsibilities and to develop new competencies.

• Supports other projects and events as needed.

• Consistently demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice and accessibility.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in science, education or other STEM-related field

• 5 years of informal education and/or K-12 classroom experience

• Experience creating and maintaining partnerships

• Experience in curriculum development and running STEM programs for youth

• Excellent written and verbal skills

• Demonstrated ability to promote collaboration, teamwork, and partnerships, both internally and externally

• Demonstrated project management, people, and relationship-building skills

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice and accessibility

• Ability to organize, prioritize and manage workload with competing demands

• Computer proficient (experience with spreadsheets, presentations, etc.)

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.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Experience in data collection, research, and formulation

• Multi-lingual or multi-cultural experience

• Demonstrated experience with fundraising and grant writing

• Experience working with industry partners

• Experience facilitating educator workshops

• Experience in marketing and communications

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

• Combination of office work and facilitating programs in various locations, including outdoors or in industry facilities

• Requires driving vehicle and frequent in state travel to various locations

• Occasional evening and weekend work

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by July 2, 2024.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

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

3) Other document 1- Upload your response to the following questions:

1. What experience do you have working with rural, low-income communities, tribal communities, communities of color, and those with diverse and divergent ideologies? Give some specific examples of how you have promoted diversity, equity and inclusion in your work.

2. Please describe your experience in planning, developing, facilitating, leading and evaluating STEM education programs, particularly those for K-12 audiences

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact: Kama Almasi at Kama.Almasi@oregonstat.edu

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.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks website including the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/5339695

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