STEM Communicator - Science Centre Operations

Job summary

The STEM Communicator is responsible for delivering engaging science experiences, school programs, and public workshops at Science North and Dynamic Earth. They also assist with equipment maintenance, exhibit operations, and the coordination of volunteer teams.

Job details

STEM Communicator- Science Centre Operations Starting at $20.50 per hour, full-time, 12 month contract, English and French required Are you passionate about discovering and sharing science experiences? Do sciences, geology, technology and mathematics excite you? If so, we would like to hear from you! Science North is currently recruiting a STEM Communicator for Science Centre Operations, where we deliver engaging and immersive science experiences. The STEM Communicator will work with the STEM Operations Specialist and STEM Specialists in the creative development, delivery and evaluation of Science North’s visitor experiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for science, excellent verbal communication and presentation skills, and a commitment to continuous learning. Key Responsibilities: Visitor engagement across the science centre(s) Deliver individual visitor experiences at Science North and Dynamic Earth including underground tours Deliver engaging school programs & special event programming Deliver public workshops and programs Task and deploy science demonstrators and volunteer teams Support public program development Assist with inventories and maintenance of equipment, materials & supplies Maintain and troubleshoot daily operations and exhibits Enforce safety protocols and report any issues to supervisors Participate in the weekend rotation - additional compensation provided What You Bring: Exceptional verbal communication and presentation skills in English and French (non-negotiable) Engaging presentation and program delivery skills A positive and fun attitude with demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team Demonstrated leadership ability Proven ability to embrace teamwork yet be self-motivated Strong organizational and problem-solving skills A passion for learning and enthusiasm to take on challenges Availability to work weekdays with willingness to work some evenings, weekends and public holidays Compensation Highlights: 12 month contract opportunity Starting at $20.50 per hour Flexible work arrangements Optional participation, extended health, dental, and vision benefits (50% employer-paid) following 6 months Science North annual family membership Onsite gym Free or discounted admission to other attractions outside Sudbury, Science North facilities and program discounts, fitness membership contribution Free on-site parking This role is based at Science North, 100 Ramsey Lake Road Sudbury ON. This opportunity is not suitable for remote work. The successful candidate must be able and available to report to either Dynamic Earth (122 Big Nickel Road) or Snowflake (100 Ramsey Lake Rd) depending on schedule. Don’t meet every single requirement? At Science North we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Apply online. An early application represents your best opportunity for consideration. Science North is committed to an inclusive workplace and invites applications from all qualified individuals to join our diverse team. Accommodations are available upon request in all aspects of Science North’s selection process. We thank all interested candidates; only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Science North is grateful to work with First Nations across Northern Ontario, and we give thanks to the Indigenous Peoples who have cared for this land since time immemorial. We pay respect to their traditions, ways of knowing, and acknowledge their many contributions to innovations in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, past and present. We also recognize the Métis Nation of Ontario for their historic and ongoing contributions. Science North commits to deepening engagement, relationships and partnerships in order to advance truth and reconciliation, honour and reflect Indigenous ways of knowing, grow economic opportunities, and collaborate with Indigenous peoples as partners in order to inspire all people to be engaged with science in the world around them. Science North is a registered Charity. Science North is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

What you’ll do

The STEM Communicator is responsible for delivering engaging science experiences, school programs, and public workshops at Science North and Dynamic Earth. They also assist with equipment maintenance, exhibit operations, and the coordination of volunteer teams.

Requirements

Candidates must possess exceptional verbal communication and presentation skills in both English and French. A passion for science and the ability to work effectively within a team environment are essential requirements for this role.

Benefits

• Extended health benefits • Dental benefits • Vision benefits • Annual family membership • Onsite gym • Discounted admission to attractions • Program discounts • Fitness membership contribution • Free on-site parking

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Verbal communication
• Presentation skills
• Public speaking
• Program delivery
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Problem-solving
• Organizational skills
• Troubleshooting
• Safety protocols
• Science communication
• Customer engagement
• Continuous Development
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Snowflake (Data Warehouse)
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Self-Motivation
• Program Development
• Reconciliation
• Discounts And Allowances
• Event-Driven Programming
• Geology
• Problem Solving
• Mathematics
• Operations
• Presentations
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Enthusiasm

Job areas

• Science & Research
• Education
• Customer Service & Support
• Government & Public Sector
• Science Communicator
• Unclassified Specialized Occupation