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Department Sea Grant (RSG)

Classification Title Education Program Assistant 1

Job Title Education Program Assistant 1 (Seasonal)

Appointment Type Classified Staff

Job Location Newport

Benefits Eligible Part-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Employment Category Seasonal

Job Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time, seasonal (March-September), Education Program Assistant 1 position for Oregon Sea Grant at Oregon State University ( OSU ).

This position will be located at the Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport, Oregon.

Oregon Sea Grant, based at OSU since 1971, is one of 34 Sea Grant College Programs established by Congress as a partnership between universities and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ). Through an integrated program of research, extension and education, our mission is to spark discovery, understanding, and collaboration to foster healthy, inclusive, and resilient coastal communities and ecosystems (seagrant.oregonstate.edu). Oregon Sea Grant funds research projects, manages fellowships and internships, and implements extension and education programs to address issues of importance to coastal communities and ecosystems. The program also operates the Hatfield Visitor Center, a public marine science museum/aquarium at the OSU Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport, Oregon. It is through this facility that many of the Oregon Sea Grant marine education programs are delivered, and where a wide variety of workshops, field trips, short courses, and events are offered for the public, schoolteachers, K-12 students, and other youth groups.

The Education Program Assistant 1 (Marine Educator) presents marine science labs and programs for the K-12 school audience and other youth and family groups. This position carries out and assists with a variety of field trips, labs, youth programs, public events and provides other education assistance as needed, including planning and leading activities for summer day camps, and driving campers in twelve passenger vans.

The work of this position happens on a varying schedule during the busy seasons (spring and summer) in wet labs and classrooms, in the Hatfield Visitor Center, and at various field sites including mudflats and tidepools. While most work will occur between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm, some evening and weekend work is required.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

•Top 1.4% university in the world

•More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

•1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

•2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

•7cultural resource centers (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources) that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

•100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

•35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

•217k+ alumni worldwide

•For more interesting facts about OSU visit:https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers acomprehensive benefits package (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee) with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

•Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

•Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

•Retirement savings paid by the university.

•A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

•Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

•Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

•Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

70%– Preparation and presentation of laboratory and field programs, summer day camps, homeschool days, and other public events held at the visitor center for school groups, other youth, families, and the public in an inclusive and culturally responsible manner.

20%- Cleaning and maintenance of labs and equipment and the appropriate handling and use of marine animals associated with education programs.

5%– Attend staff meetings, trainings and workshops.

5%– Other duties as assigned.

What We Require

High School Diploma or equivalent and at least two years of relevant experience (paid or volunteer), supporting community programs that serve children, youth, or adults

OR Associate Degree and one year of work experience (paid or volunteer) which must be working in youth development programs, adult education, teaching, program delivery or related functions

AND

Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

Demonstrated skill to work with diverse audiences.

Demonstrated skill to use computers for word processing, data management, and communications.

What You Will Need

A commitment to collaborative and respectful learning and working environments that are safe, inclusive, and welcoming.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Bachelor’s degree in science, education, or another related field.

• Coursework and/or training in marine science.

• Training in interpretive education and STEM .

• Two years working with youth in an informal or classroom setting.

• Experience planning and leading science, engineering, and/or art activities, particularly ocean related programs.

• Multi-cultural or multilingual experience.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

This position involves working indoors and outdoors, standing for long periods of time, and includes some mild hiking. Employee will be working with children, leading groups, dealing with behavior management, and will lead programs in the estuary mud flats and on beaches, including hauling sampling equipment. The employee works with marine invertebrates and fish and will work around and over water. Work will occur during daylight hours but will be intermittent and may occur in inclement weather. Occasional evening and weekend work required.

Pay Method Hourly

Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Min Salary $18.93

Max Salary $28.25

Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/150359

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P05131CT

Number of Vacancies 1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 03/11/2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date 09/12/2025

Posting Date 01/29/2025

Full Consideration Date 02/12/2025

Closing Date 02/26/2025

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by February 12, 2025.Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc.Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position.Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.

Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications.

Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).

PLEASE NOTE :If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.

Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.

For additional information please contact: Lindsay Carroll at Lindsay.Carroll@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at ourBackground Checks (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks) website including thefor candidates (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates) section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team atemployee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

Supplemental Questions

Read More at: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/164252

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.