Job Description

POSTING NO.: ESSF 1637
AFFILIATION: CSU52 The Edmonton Space & Science Foundation Science Presenter Temporary Part-Time (June 22, 2023 to September 3, 2023) Up to 12 positions TELUS World of Science \xe2\x80\x93 Edmonton (TWOSE) is located in amiskwac\xc3\xaew\xc3\xa2skahikan \xe1\x90\x8a\xe1\x92\xa5\xe1\x90\xa2\xe1\x91\xbf\xe1\x92\x8c\xe1\x90\x9a\xe1\x90\xa2\xe1\x91\xb2\xe1\x90\xa6\xe1\x90\x83\xe1\x91\xb2\xe1\x90\xa3 in Treaty Six Territory and the M\xc3\xa9tis Nation of Alberta Region 4. We are the destination to engage Albertans\xe2\x80\x99 hearts and minds in science, with a mission to ignite curiosity, inspire discovery, celebrate science, and change lives. Our guests are diverse and so are we. TWOSE is deliberate in building a culture that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. Science is for everyone, and we need team members with diverse perspectives, identities, abilities, and expressions. As such we encourage Black, Indigenous, and racialized peoples, persons living with disability and neurodiversity, women, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all minority groups to apply. THE OPPORTUNITY: TELUS World of Science \xe2\x80\x93 Edmonton is looking for outgoing and enthusiastic communicators, who can turn even the most ordinary of moments into ultimate experiences for TWOSE guests. We are primarily looking for Science Presenters for the following areas: Science Demonstrations on the Syncrude Science Stage, S.P.A.C.E., Arctic Journey, CuriousCITY, the Nature Exchange, the Health Zone, and the Science Garage. In your letter of application, please highlight your area of interest as well as relevant skills, knowledge, and experience. Position Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Science Experience, and through the TELUS World of Science - Edmonton Interpretive Program, the Science Presenter is primarily responsible for educating and communicating with visitors to create meaningful connections between guests and a science-related theme or message. As a Science Presenter, this individual will inspire all visitors by initiating conversation and other presentation formats including talks, demonstrations, hands-on science opportunities, and exhibit interpretation. This individual must approach their work with a feeling of excitement, curiosity, and wonder. The Science Presenter reports to the Director, Science Experience with supervision by the Staff Scientists. Duties and Responsibilities: The Science Presenter will:

• Lead inquiry and skills-based activities and programs;
• Be responsible for the care and safe use of activity materials and exhibit spaces;
• Ensure program components are set up and all areas are cleaned appropriately;
• Operate various computer and electronic equipment used in the galleries and theatres;
• Provide superior customer service for all programs and respond to visitor inquiries about TELUS World of Science - Edmonton, our programs, and general science related questions;
• Be a positive role model for TWOSE volunteers and thrive as part of a team of people with diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications: Knowledge and Abilities:

• Strong working knowledge of scientific developments in one or more of the following areas: engineering, health sciences, environmental studies, Indigenizing science, child development, space/astronomy, paleontology, etc.
• Strong public speaking or presenting skills with the desire to share, collaborate, create, and experiment with others.
• The ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment; with an outgoing personality and the desire to share, collaborate, create, and experiment with others.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to adapt quickly and readily to learn new skills.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma supplemented by post-secondary education. Degree/certificate in Education, Science, Science Communication or similar field is considered an asset. Combination of other education and experience will be considered.
• Experience working with general public in an interpretive/educational setting preferred.
• Multilingual ability is an asset.

Note: A clean Police Information Check including the vulnerable sector is a condition of employment for successful candidates. The check must be completed prior to commencement of work and is the financial responsibility of the candidate. Wages: $17.82-$22.09 per hour based on 2017-2022 Collective Agreement (PT140). Hours of Work: 5-15 hours per week based on operational need. Must be available weekends, weekdays, evenings, and holidays between 9:00am and 6:00pm. Opening Date: March 22, 2023
Closing Date: Until suitable candidates found Please include cover letter and resume, along with your weekly availability, in one document. We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 11 weeks
Part-time hours: 15 per week Salary: $17.82-$22.09 per hour Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• This is a summer position that will run from June 22, 2023 to September 3, 2023. Do you have any availability restrictions for us to be aware of during this time?

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Work Location: In person Expected start date: 2023-06-22