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Open Positions

• Program Coordinator

  Program Coordinator

  Hours Per Week: 40 hours per week, 12 months per year

  Wage: $20.08/hour

  Work Schedule: Tuesdays-Saturdays, occasional evening events

  Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program. 

  Job Description:

  Working under the direction of spectrUM’s Associate Director, the Program Coordinator oversees the operations of spectrUM’s seasonal group programs, including clubs, camps, birthday parties, and field trips, and supports science programming at EmPower Place. This position is highly collaborative, and dedicated to creating exciting, hands-on educational experiences with each program. This position works with a high level of autonomy and is responsible for program scheduling, educator training and supervision, marketing coordination, stakeholder communication, and materials organization. The position is based at spectrUM’s museum in the Missoula Public Library, and is approximately 30% administrative and 70% direct program management.

  • Demonstrated experience working with children.
  • Demonstrated experience working with the public.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience in a formal or informal learning environment.
  • Demonstrated experience with time management, project coordination and scheduling.
  • Demonstrated experience in management and supervision of staff.
  • Experience with Microsoft 365 or comparable software, internet, email, and databases.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others to develop and oversee programs.
  • Ability to represent spectrUM professionally to external audiences and partners.
  • Ability to inspire fun and passion in others.
  • Ability to prioritize and adapt multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and solve problems autonomously.
  • Strong written and verbal professional communication.
  • Positive demeanor and ability to generate creative solutions.
  • College degree in science or education.

  Preferred Qualifications

  • College degree in science or education.
  • Experience developing educational activities and media.
  • Experience working on collaborative projects with many partners.
  • Science museum, or related informal education experience.

  To apply:

  to complete the application, or search for "Program Coordinator II, Broader Impacts Group" on the ³Ô¹ÏÍø's career webpage. 

  A complete application includes:

  • Letter of Interest– addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.

  • Detailed Resume– listing education and describing work experience

  • Three (3) Professional References– names and contact information

  spectrUM is a department of the ³Ô¹ÏÍø, an equal opportunity employer.  UM Affiliation does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM’s non-discrimination policy and any applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.

  Questions may be directed to Caitlin Ervin, Associate Director, caitlin.ervin@mso.umt.edu

• Outreach Educator

  Outreach Educator

  Hours Per Week: 20-40 hours per week, Temporary

  Wage: $16/hour

  Duration: 6 month term

  Job Description:

  spectrUM Discovery Area is Missoula's hands-on science center dedicated to inspiring a culture of learning and discovery for all.

  Science on Wheels is the traveling branch of spectrUM Discovery Area. The Science on Wheels Educator is charged with realizing the potential of spectrUM’s mobile science center to provide high quality interpretive education experiences, primarily in the fields of science, making and tinkering and problem solving in rural and tribal communities. Science on Wheels will travel in Fall 2025 around the state of ³Ô¹ÏÍø. Each tour stop lasts 2-3 days with ½ day on either end for unloading and loading the truck. For two days we host between 5 and 7 K-12 fieldtrips/day with between 20-40 children per field trip, each lasting 45 minutes to 1 hour. One evening we host a Family Science Night. The position also includes physical exertion related to transporting exhibits in and out of U-Hauls and school gymnasiums, light troubleshooting of exhibits, and extensive engagement with students, teachers and principals.

  This position occurs in many different schools and communities, which vary in structure and culture. Applicant must be sensitive and flexible to ever-changing environments. Some workdays will be 10+ hours long. This is a short-term, temporary position, funded by short term external funding.

  Areas of Responsibility:

  • Travel with Science on Wheels to host sites/schools in MT to present our Problem Solvers 2.0, Making Across MT and ResilienceMT exhibitions to K-12 students

  • Roles include, but are not limited to: exhibit interpretation, demonstrations, and casual interpretation for the public

  • Assist spectrUM staff and in loading and unloading exhibits and activities at each host site and in and out of spectrUM storage

  • Assist whenever possible with technical and mechanical issues in the case of exhibit breakdown or failure

  • Employ and promote good behavior, best practices, and safety for children interacting with exhibits, activities, and special demonstrations

  • Work with Science on Wheels staff to develop and maintain effective working relationships with host site teachers, administrators, parents, and volunteers

  • Represent spectrUM and the ³Ô¹ÏÍø in an appropriate, professional and positive manner

  • Maintain a safe and secure environment for guests and staff

  • Maintain integrity and appearance of spectrUM exhibits and activities

  • Keep current in science and education pedagogy

  Minimum Qualifications:

  • Strong communication skills with children and adults

  • Ability to present science process and accurate content in an engaging way with a diverse population of learners including other educators

  • Ability to take initiative

  • Ability to respect the learner and their choice to visit a spectrUM Science on Wheels event

  • Ability to inspire fun and passion in others

  • Ability to lift 50 pounds and assist in moving exhibits weighing up to 300 pounds in out and out of Uhauls and school gymnasiums

  • Ability to drive or capacity to learn how to drive a 20-foot Uhaul

  • A valid MT Driver’s License is required for this position

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in science or education with an emphasis in science, or equivalent combination of experience

  • Previous experience in retail or other customer service field

  Rights and Dignity of Staff:

  spectrUM Discovery Area is committed to fostering a safe and welcoming community for all people. spectrUM does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), disability, age, or genetic information. This nondiscrimination policy applies to employees, volunteers, participants, and all aspects of our operations. spectrUM Educators will refrain from discriminatory language and behavior. A safe and supportive workplace contributes to health, happiness, and productivity for all human beings. 

  Application Instructions:

  Please apply through the .

• Educator

  Educator

  Hours Per Week: Flexible part time and full time hours available, start and end dates flexible

  Wage: $15.75/hour or DOE

  Duration: Flexible

  Job Description:

  spectrUM Discovery Area is Missoula's hands-on science center dedicated to inspiring a culture of learning and discovery for all. spectrUM educators support hands-on science, technology, engineering, math, and art education in summer camps, our museum, and during outreach events across Western ³Ô¹ÏÍø. Educators will learn about the field of science museums and develop informal education skills and leadership skills. This position will foster spectrUM’s mission to inspire a culture of learning and discovery for all.

  Areas of Responsibility:

  1. Lead Discovery Bench Activities

  2. Engage with the public at all spectrUM exhibits in the library

  3. Lead specialized programs such as field trips, clubs and camps

  4. Attend trainings

  5. Represent spectrUM

  Qualifications:

  1. Work-study with the ³Ô¹ÏÍø preferred.

  2. Must be available for the entire duration of the position, limited time off negotiable.

  3. General knowledge of and interest in science.

  4. Positive and outgoing demeanor.

  5. Ability to work with children and adults.

  6. Organized, attentive to detail, communicative about scheduling.

  7. Willingness to learn.

  8. Experience working in an education setting preferred.

  9. Flexibility and a positive attitude to deal with things like weather, schedule changes, and other unexpected circumstances that may arise.

  10. Current CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain.

  11. Ability to pass a criminal background check.

  Rights and Dignity of Staff:

  spectrUM Discovery Area is committed to fostering a safe and welcoming community for all people. spectrUM does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), disability, age, or genetic information. This nondiscrimination policy applies to employees, volunteers, participants, and all aspects of our operations. spectrUM Educators will refrain from discriminatory language and behavior. A safe and supportive workplace contributes to health, happiness, and productivity for all human beings. 

  Application Instructions:

  To apply please email the following to caitlin.ervin@mso.umt.edu

  • PDF version of your resume and cover letter

  • List of 3 references