Planetarium Coordinator
About The Position
Frostburg State University, College of Arts, Humanities, and Social & Behavioral Sciences seeks applications for a full-time, exempt Planetarium Coordinator position. This is a grant-funded position anticipated to support the growing operational and educational needs of the University's upgraded planetarium and expanded STEM outreach initiatives. Salary commensurate with qualifications and includes University System of Maryland benefits package. The Frostburg State University Planetarium serves as a regional educational and community resource, providing immersive learning experiences in astronomy, space science, and STEM education for K-12 students, university classes, and the broader community. The facility includes a state-of-the-art planetarium system, exhibit spaces, a Science-on-a-Sphere display, telescope systems, and educational programming designed to inspire exploration and discovery. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team committed to expanding the impact and visibility of the University's science education and outreach initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering related field
- Four years of relevant professional experience
- Demonstrated project management experience
- Strong organizational, communication, and business skills
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications
- Experience working with educational, nonprofit, community, or outreach-based programs
- Any combination of training and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in a related field and progressively responsible related work experience may be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Experience developing educational programming, public outreach, museum-style exhibits, or STEM
- Experience operating a planetarium system, preferably Digistar
- Experience with exhibit development, educational programming, or science outreach initiatives
- Experience managing grants, budgets, or externally funded projects
- Experience working with museums, science centers, educational institutions, or similar organizations
- Demonstrated ability to develop partnerships, sponsorships, and community engagement opportunities
Responsibilities
- Assisting with financial and strategic planning
- Managing exhibit development and installation projects
- Supporting planetarium programming and operations
- Coordinating educational outreach efforts
- Administering grant-related activities
- Maintaining relationships with community and educational partners
- Assisting with the operation and maintenance of planetarium technologies and exhibits
- Developing assessment tools to measure program effectiveness
- Supporting efforts to expand programming opportunities and external partnerships
Benefits
- University System of Maryland benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
