[AANC Contacts] Job Announcement from the Astronomical Society of the Pacific (Outreach Project Coordinator)

[Andrew Fraknoi]

Job Announcement

Astronomy Outreach Project Coordinator
for the Astronomical Society of the Pacific

The Astronomical Society of the Pacific (ASP), a 120-year old 
international scientific and educational organization, has a 
full-time position open for an organized, motivated, and 
team-oriented person to serve as an Astronomy Outreach Project 
Coordinator, in particular for a 3-year National Science 
Foundation-funded project, Sharing the Universe (STU), creating 
services to support amateur astronomy clubs in their outreach efforts.

The ASP prides itself on having an interesting, informal and flexible 
work environment. It is one of the leading organizations in the U.S. 
devoted to astronomy education & outreach. For more on the Society's 
educational programs and history, see its website at: 
<http://www.astrosociety.org/>http://www.astrosociety.org.

Job Description:

The Astronomy Outreach Project Coordinator will work with the Sharing 
the Universe (STU) education team to coordinate activities associated 
with the development of services for amateur astronomy clubs. This 
role requires excellent communication skills, organizational ability, 
and disciplined work habits.

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for collaborating on the 
development and the execution of a STU communications and 
dissemination plan, with the objective of creating memorable, 
compelling communications to effectively inform and encourage amateur 
astronomers and the public about the availability, use and adoption 
of STU program services. The variety of avenues for these 
communications (from magazines and professional organizations, to 
blogs and online communities, to seminars and teleconferences) means 
that the Coordinator needs strong, diverse, and creative communication skills.

The position potentially will make use of new media and the latest 
communication technologies, including social networking, mobile 
internet devices, and other such avenues. Knowledge in the use of 
such technologies and communication services is a plus.

The Project Coordinator will collaborate in the development and 
design of online services to support amateur astronomers doing public 
outreach and education. The ability to critically and constructively 
evaluate the team's work products is an asset.

It is expected that there will be room for growth in this position, 
including possible additional projects, so this is an excellent 
opportunity for a "go-getter" with broad educational experiences and 
interests in astronomy outreach and education.

Responsibilities:
    * Assist with the development and execution of a project 
communication and dissemination plan, in a team environment.
    * Assist in the development of project services and documentation.
    * Assist with presentations and demonstrations.
    * Coordinate, document, and report on events including project 
meetings and seminars.
    * Communicate progress and coordinate communications among STU 
team and advisors.
    * Perform other duties of a similar nature as assigned.
    * Report to the Director of Education.

Qualifications:
    * Experience coordinating projects in support of a team, with an 
emphasis on timely and cost-effective deliverables.
    * Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, with 
experience in document preparation, proofing, and editing.
    * Demonstrated ability to manage one's time and budget effectively.
    * Ability to plan schedules and meet deadlines.
    * Ability to work independently, as well as collaborate as a 
strong team member.
    * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software products including 
Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
    * Preferred: Proficiency in the use of new media and 
communication technologies.
    * Preferred: Experience as an amateur astronomer.

Education:
Required: Bachelors Degree or relevant work experience.
Preferred: Bachelors Degree.
Preferred: Some astronomy coursework.

Salary: Commensurate with duties and experience.

To Apply:

Please send a letter describing your qualifications for the job, a 
current resume, a writing sample from past coordination work, and the 
name, telephone number, and e-mail address of three work references to:

Astronomy Outreach Project Coordinator Position
Astronomical Society of the Pacific
390 Ashton Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94112

Or e-mail them to: 
<mailto:asilva at astrosociety.org>asilva at astrosociety.org (subject 
line: Astronomy Outreach Project Coordinator Position).

Screening of applications will begin on Dec. 1, 2009 and will 
continue until a suitable candidate is found.

The ASP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are 
considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, 
religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or 
veteran status.

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