Program Presenter I, Buhl Planetarium

Carnegie Museums•Pittsburgh, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This Part-Time position is eligible for many of the Carnegie Museums' Benefits. This is a union position. The Program Presenter I, Buhl Planetarium is responsible for performing science programs, both large and small in format, in the Buhl Planetarium at the Kamin Science Center. Other responsibilities may include assisting the public in the use of exhibits, conduction demonstrations for groups, leading hands on programs, conducting group orientations, or performing formal theater presentations. This position assists the public throughout their visit to Kamin Science Center to ensure maximum enjoyment by answering questions about the Science Center and ensuring audience control.

Requirements

Strong presentation and customer service skills.
Ability to handle assorted demonstration equipment which may include: chemicals, planetarium systems, lasers, LED lighting, and assorted audiovisual equipment.
Ability to learn and communicate science content in both formal and informal presentations.
Ability to stand for periods of time longer than 30 minutes.
Some placement areas include repetitive bending while securing sport equipment harnesses.
Ability to climb a 25ft rock wall.

Nice To Haves

Background in science/education/theater/communications.

Responsibilities

Performing science programs, both large and small in format, in the Buhl Planetarium at the Kamin Science Center.
Assisting the public in the use of exhibits.
Conducting demonstrations for groups.
Leading hands-on programs.
Conducting group orientations.
Performing formal theater presentations.
Assisting the public throughout their visit to Kamin Science Center to ensure maximum enjoyment by answering questions about the Science Center and ensuring audience control.
Communicating accurate information and ensuring an enjoyable visit by the public.
Assisting with problem solving and crowd control.
Maintaining equipment/animals/supplies in the area of assigned duties.
Maintaining excellent working relationships with other staff including volunteers.
Being aware of and adhering to the Science Center’s mission, vision and values.
Contacting the appropriate people when medical or other emergencies occur (security, managers, etc.), knowing where emergency equipment is stored and being familiar with proper emergency procedures.
Staying current with new exhibits and programs in the Science Center, and their associated science content by doing background reading and attending training seminars.
Assisting assigned team in generating new program ideas.
Playing an active role on assigned team by attending and positively participating in meetings and working closely with other team members to ensure high quality programming.