Planetarium Manager/Lead Space Science Educator: Full-Time

*MOSI is dedicated to hands-on learning in science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM). MOSI has more than 100 exciting exhibits along the museum floor, Science Park, and the backwoods trails for our guests to explore. This position will be an operator, content provider and a technical contact for MOSI's Digistar 7-full Dome projection system. This position assists with planning, management and supervision for all astronomy and Dome related programs. Programming and maintenance of this system is essential for its successful operation. Manages the physical Dome space, ensuring facility is in proper working order, working with education staff, third-party providers, and the Museum's IT and Facilities departments. This position advises on the selection of Giant Screen Films & Planetarium Shows, and with the Associate Director of Education, to implement programming such as Science After Dark, SkyWatch & Laser Light Shows.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performance Management*

2. Digistar and SkyLaze System Management*

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education training and experience in physics, Earth or space science.
• Experience in K-12 education required and experience in informal science education preferred.
• Experience in a science center or similar environment with a Digistar system.
• General AV and technical skills and proficiency with multimedia equipment.
• Pass a background check and drug screening.
• Ability to work effectively with a team.
• Comfortable working with children and families.

MOSI is open 363 days a year. MOSI is open 363 days a year. Employees may be required to work some holidays. Employee may be required to work some special events, which may fall on holidays, evenings, and/or weekends.

*Please visit www.mosi.org for complete list of duties, responsibilities and full position details.