STEAM Outreach Coordinator

If you have any questions about the position or our application process, reach out to us at recruiting-u@smith.edu .

Clark Science Center Administration Job Description

STEAM Outreach is a collaboration between the Clark Science Center and the Jandon Center for Community Engagement. The position is located in the Jandon Center.

Job Summary

Collaborate with the Jandon Center for Community Engagement (JCCE) team, Smith College centers including Clark Science Center, student organizations, and faculty/staff to implement Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM)-centric year-round innovative outreach programming on behalf of Smith College. Manage student workers, fellows, and scholars in carrying out the JCCE’s externally facing mission of community engagement by leading and providing experiential learning and social change opportunities with Western Massachusetts partners. Design, implement and evaluate STEAM programming to address urgent, complex societal issues with a focus on a) access and equity and b) innovative program models.

Take appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Essential Functions

Program Innovation and Delivery (50%)

Lead innovation in STEAM Outreach. Collaborate with partners (on and off-campus) to develop, implement, and evaluate student led STEAM-centric experiential learning and social change initiatives supporting STEAM learning in underserved communities in the Connecticut River Valley. (E.g., See Yourself in STEAM Learning Kits for K-12 teachers and adult education programs).

Recruit, supervise and mentor a cohort of Smith students including but not limited to STEAM Fellows, STRIDE Fellows, AEMES [and early AEMES] Scholars, Student Scientists, and other JCCE student workers to further develop their leadership capacity through skill building, project management, critical thinking, community engagement, and mindful personal reflection. Advise students on academic pathways in STEM.

Create impactful engagement opportunities for diverse populations including K-12 educational partners, adult literacy programs, and nonprofit organizations. Lead the process of visioning for future STEAM research and program initiatives, including development of summer programming engaging Smith scholars.

Research and develop community connections regionally which support STEAM-centric programming (E.g., Massachusetts Science & Engineering Fair, Western MA Science & Engineering Fair, Pioneer Valley STEM Network, Society for Science & the Public, Massachusetts Life Sciences Center).

Jandon team collaboration and program integration (20%)

Collaborate with JCCE staff members to support program synergies and integration; incorporate STEAM opportunities into existing JCCE initiatives – E.g., Mindich Teaching fellowships.

Participate actively with Jandon colleagues to develop strategic visions and plans and to upgrade center-wide operations. Support and coordinate targeted Jandon Center core programs as assigned (E.g. Community Service Organization; Smith Alliance for Justice and Equity or other center-wide programs).

Oversee the use of the Creative Co-op at Jandon Maker Space (E.g., pop-up Maker Space events, open maker hours, and workshops).

Liaison with Clark Science Center (15%)

Collaborate with Clark Science Center Director, faculty and staff members to explore how to bridge gaps in student learning and retention in STEM fields; facilitate community-based learning strategies for interested Science Center faculty.

Support Smith STEAM Outreach and Clark Science Center signature programs, including summer programming (E.g., Barresi Lab Zebrafish Outreach to middle and high school teachers/students; Smith College Chapter of the Society for Women Engineers’ Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day [IGTED] event).

Liaise between science and engineering students and the Community Engagement Social Change Concentration (CESC). Avail of opportunities to present as a speaker or lecturer (E.g., CESC Gateway Class CCX120).

Other Functions

Operations and Administration (15%)

Manage budgets and logistics (including event management) for STEAM Outreach initiatives. Work with the JCCE Director to develop proposals seeking funding for innovative and equitable projects.

Manage communications for STEAM programs, including website, recruitment materials, contributions to the JCCE newsletter and Smith publications. Recruit student STEAM Ambassadors and interested volunteers using multiple methods including tabling events during spring and fall sessions.

Maintain a database of STEAM programs and contribute stats, images, and related data for evaluation and documentation (E.g., JCCE annual report). Contribute to and implement meaningful measures to evaluate JCCE events and programming.

Adhere to and comply with Smith College Risk Management and procedures, including child safety protocols (when applicable). E.g., Onboarding volunteers, staff and students and compliance management for STEAM initiatives and events. Provide input to improve Center-wide processes and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or JCCE Director.

All employees are expected to participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Minimum Qualifications (knowledge, skills, education, experience, certifications, licenses)

Education/Experience: Bachelor's Degree, preferably with major emphasis of study in science and education; three years of relevant coordination/management experience in an educational setting; experience with increasing access for students from diverse backgrounds. Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Skills

A strong commitment to liberal arts education for women and college/school partnerships as means of fostering diverse and enriching learning opportunities for all; excellent writing and speaking skills; advanced knowledge of MS Office; outstanding motivational, organizational and interpersonal skills; and the ability to communicate and work effectively with students and all levels of college departments and partner organizations. Strong science teaching pedagogical and curriculum writing skills and broad-based content knowledge in the sciences and engineering. Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively, take initiative and responsibility, resolve problems, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Direct evaluation and fiscal management of outreach programs.

Additional Information

For the care and safety of our community, Smith College requires that all employees be vaccinated as a condition of employment and as such, the incumbent will be required to be immunized against COVID-19 on or before their first day of employment. Proof of vaccination status will be required. Individuals may seek medical or religious exemption with HR, but must do so prior to their arrival.

Please attach BOTH a current resume and a cover letter in order for your application to be considered for this position . Be sure you have provided all attachments before submitting your application. You will NOT be able to attach additional files after you have hit the Submit button.

Review of applications will begin

September 23, 2022

Compensation Grade:

Grade K Exempt

Position Type:

Fixed Term

About Smith College

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women’s colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, it is the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our recruiting team at recruiting-u@smith.edu .

Diversity and a culture of inclusion among students, staff, faculty, and administration are crucial to the mission and values of Smith College. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, color, religions, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or veteran status in the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by all applicable laws and regulations. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.