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Planetarium Job Listings

Notes for Employers:

There is no charge to list a job on this page. At present, updates take place every few weeks or when job listings arrive. To advertise your job faster, consider posting to the dome-l listserv. Job announcements that are sent electronically as plain text are the easiest for us to handle. We can also copy a job description from your web page if you will send the URL. If possible, include a closing date for applications and a salary figure. To announce a planetarium job or internship on this page:

  • e-mail: Steve Fentress
  • fax: (+1) 585-271-5935
    Strasenburgh Planetarium, Attn: Steve Fentress
  • mail it to
    IPS Job Info Service
    RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium
    657 East Avenue
    Rochester, NY 14607, USA
  • phone: Steve Fentress, Strasenburgh Planetarium,
    (+1) 585-271-4552, ext 409

Notes for Job Seekers

  • Also check the jobs section of the web site of the Assocation of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC), http://www.astc.org.
  • Subscribe to dome-l, a planetarium mailing list that often has job announcements.

PLANETARIUM MANAGER, GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA

For the complete job announcement, go to http://admin.sfcc.edu/~humresourc

The Natural Sciences Department in the Division of Liberal Arts and Sciences is seeking a Planetarium Manager to operate the Kika Silva Planetarium. This is a 12-month position to begin in July 2006. Santa Fe Community College (http://www.santafe.cc.fl.us/) is a teaching-oriented, student centered institution emphasizing both career-track programs and lower-division courses for university transfer.

SFCC is located in beautiful North Central Florida near the University of Florida.

Responsibilities and duties will include:
Plan and present planetarium shows to the public.
Collaborate with faculty to develop programs that support the college curriculum.
Collaborate with public school faculty and curriculum planners to design, develop and present planetarium shows appropriate to the K-12 curriculum at different grade levels.
Promote the planetarium and SFCC to the public.
Participate in committee work and staff assignments as requested.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor‚s degree in Astronomy or Earth and Space Sciences is required. Experience with presentation technologies and an active interest in Astronomy is required. Planetarium experience is preferred. A commitment to education and the community is essential. A criminal background check will be conducted.

APPLICATION PROCESS: All applicants must submit a SFCC application, letter of intent, updated resume, names and contact information of three references, and college transcripts. A SFCC application should be requested or one will be forwarded upon receipt of required materials. Unofficial transcripts will only be accepted for review purposes. Candidates should be aware that official transcripts will be required prior to any offer of employment being made. All information must be submitted to the Human Resources office, Santa Fe Community College, by the application deadline.

Questions about the position should be directed to:
Sture Edvardsson, Chair
Department of Natural Sciences
352-395-5349 or
sture.edvardsson{at}sfcc.edu

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PLANETARIUM EDUCATOR / PROGRAMMER, PRESTONBURG, KENTUCKY

The East Kentucky Science Center is accepting applications for a Planetarium Educator / Programmer. This is a 240 day salaried position with benefits that include health insurance, paid sick and personal leave, and retirement. The Planetarium Educator / Programmer has primary responsibility for the daily and timely operation of the Planetarium which includes public and educational programs, management within the Planetarium and for all technical operations within the theater.

The Planetarium Educator / Programmer has the responsibility for general public and school programming. This includes writing and producing original programs (research, writing, timing, recording narration, supervising sound track preparation and mix, obtaining visuals, programming the automation computer, and preparing the working sound track), and primarily obtaining and adapting others for presentation within the EKSC Planetarium theater environment. This involves performing routine maintenance that ensures the GOTO Chronos, Spitz ATM-4 and Emedia systems, AVI Omniscan laser system and other planetarium equipment is operational.

The Planetarium Educator / Programmer is responsible for informing local media reporters when unusual or remarkable events occur or are expected in the realm of astronomy, space science, and related fields. This may entail writing a press release, giving interviews in person or over the telephone, appearing on television or in other public situations to explain and interpret the event or situation.

Additional duties include the supervision of all planetarium staff and volunteers, including staff training and evaluation; management, operation and maintenance of all planetarium equipment; management of the planetarium budget; and initiation and participation in revenue generating activities, such as fundraising and grant writing, and other duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will posses a Bachelor=12s degree from an accredited institution with emphasis in Physics, Astronomy, Communications, or Education or a closely related field and five years experience in a programming or an educational position at a planetarium, science center or related institution; or; Preferred Masters Degree in the above mentioned fields and three years experience. Proficiency with computer graphics, video and audio editing programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, and Audition are strongly preferred.

The candidate should also be able to lift 50 lbs, possess a valid Driver's License, successfully complete a post offer criminal background check, and be willing to relocate to Eastern Kentucky. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, and availability of funds.

Salary Range - The salary is $35 - 40,000 annually based on qualifications with an excellent benefits package. The successful candidate must be able to work odd hours. Some weekend work including laser shows will be necessary. A detailed version of this job description can be viewed at our website, www.wedoscience.org . Look on the left side of the main page under job openings

Application Procedures - For full consideration, submit a letter of application, resume, three work related references to the East Kentucky Science Center at the following address:

East Kentucky Science Center
PO Box 348 Prestonsburg, KY 41653
Attn: Eric Thomas-Director

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OBSERVATORY CURATOR OF EDUCATION AND PROGRAMS, LOS ANGELES, CA

Salary: $69,843.60 to $86,798.16 per year.
Employer: City of Los Angeles, Department of Recreation and Parks
Category: Education
Location: Los Angeles
Type: Non-Exempt, Full Time
Preferred Education: Advanced degree preferred

Description
The City of Los Angeles, Department of Recreation and Parks is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to serve as the first Observatory Curator of Education and Programs for the Griffith Observatory. Responsibilities include developing and implementing all educational and scientific programs, presentations and exhibits in the Observatory, including curriculum that contributes to the efforts of educators of both youth and adults. The position will also administer the Griffith Observatory Volunteer Programs, which are comprised of the docent, educational interpreter, and community outreach programs, along with all public interaction with the Observatory.

Requirements
Bachelor‚s degree in Astronomy, Physics or a related Physical Science plus four years of full-time paid professional experience supervising staff at an Observatory, Science Museum, or related facility involved in developing and implementing Astronomy and Physical Science exhibits. Advanced degree preferred. A Master‚s degree in Astronomy, Physics, or related physical science may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience on a year for year basis

Employer Information
Griffith Observatory, opened to the public in 1935, is a non-profit educational institution whose purpose is to provide information on astronomy and related sciences to the public. With nearly two million visitors a year, the Observatory is one of the top tourist attractions in Southern California and for over 70 years has established itself as a source of inspiration and education for all visitors. The Observatory will complete its four year renovation and expansion project in the Fall of 2006, with improvements including the new 200 seat Leonard Nimoy Event Horizon theater, doubling of the exhibit space to house more than 60 new and exciting exhibits, and new sound, lighting, interior dome and digital laser projection technology in the refurbished Samuel Oschin Planetarium theater.

To apply, please send a letter of interest and your resume showing specific relevant experience by JULY 7, 2006 to:

Dr. Edwin C. Krupp, Director
Griffith Observatory
Observatory Program Supervisor Recruitment
2800 E. Observatory Road
Los Angeles, CA 90027

Letters and Resumes may also be emailed to Heather.Tarumoto{at}lacity.org. The City of Los Angeles is an Affirmative Action - Equal Opportunity Employer.

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PLANETARIUM PRESENTER, TULSA, OKLAHOMA
 
Opened in May 2006, the Tulsa Air and Space Museum Planetarium is a 50-foot 110-seat theater. The planetarium is the second installation of Spitz‚s ESky II digital planetarium system. This is a full-time position. Must be available to work weekends and occasional evenings.

Job Duties:
* Perform public and scheduled planetarium shows.
* Aid, assist, educate and interact with visitors.
* Remain current on recent news regarding space exploration and astronomy.
* Assist in preparation of astronomy related educational materials.
* Assist in the development of new planetarium shows.

Qualifications:
* Bachelor‚s degree in astronomy or related science.
* An interest in public education relating to astronomy.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Ability to deal effectively and courteously with the general public and co-workers.
* Planetarium experience a plus.

To apply, please submit resume and references to Chris Pagan, Planetarium Director, Tulsa Air and Space Museum, 3624 North 74th East Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74115 or cpagan[at]tulsamuseum.com

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PROGRAM COORDINATOR, AUSTIN, TEXAS

The McDonald Observatory of the University of Texas at Austin invites applications for the position of Program Coordinator to develop and coordinate astronomy activities for teachers, students, and the general public.

This position is a part of the education/outreach team of the McDonald Observatory Education and Outreach Office (in Austin, TX). The position develops and field tests content for K-12 teacher professional development workshops and student field experiences; aligns content with TEKS and NSES; coordinates and implements workshops; trains others to conduct workshops and student field experiences; and creates, coordinates, and implements evaluation plans and supporting content for related websites.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in science or science education. Five years of experience coordinating a program or project; or experience teaching science. Preferred are candidates with a Bachelor's degree or above in astronomy and a Master's degree or Ph.D. in science or science education, thorough knowledge of Word and Excel, and more than five years of experience in the management of a program or project in a university or museum setting.

The salary range is $33,372 to $52,848 and includes excellent fringe benefits. Applications are being reviewed now and will continue to be accepted until a candidate is selected. To apply, please visit http://www.utexas.edu/hr/empl/ and refer to job # 060622018105. This is a security sensitive position. Conviction verification conducted on applicant selected. THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.

 
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