Part-Time Outreach Coordinator

Job ID: 3065A

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an outgoing and organized part-time Outreach Coordinator who enjoys working with people, finds satisfaction in successfully completing administrative tasks, is comfortable hosting public tours, and will represent SDL at K-12 STEM and community outreach events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Learn to and host SDL evening public tours (6:00pm -7:00pm approximately twice a month)
• Help coordinate and support a variety of K-12 and community outreach events such as STEM and career fairs, USU Science Unwrapped, and hosting school groups at SDL
• Generate ideas, update outreach materials, improve processes, and track and communicate results
• Help provide content for SDL's internal News Feed and social media teams
• Be a team player
  • Work in a positive, cooperative, and friendly manner with co-workers and community members
• Help maintain and update outreach program event and, metrics and processes
• Perform other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be enthusiastic, innovative, and enjoy working with internal and external customers
• Outstanding communication skills, including excellent listening, effective writing, and clear speaking skills
• Ability to handle multiple demands, remain calm, think quickly, and solve problems
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team within established guidelines
• Attention to detail and exceptional organizational abilities
• Must be able to work two (2) evenings each month and up to six (6) evenings on occasion, and 1-3 Saturdays each year (to support STEM events)
• US citizenship, or be a lawful permanent resident of the US, or other US person

• Interest in technology, science, and/or space
• Experience in speaking and giving professional presentations
• Passion for learning and ability to take complex topics and make them understandable to a diverse audience
• Computer proficiency and detailed working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Must be able to sometimes carry and lift 25-50 lbs. to complete job-related duties

Why Join SDL?

SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.

SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.