Position Title:
Education Outreach and Program Specialist

Job Group:
Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in education, STEM subject or related field, or event management.
Professional experience in planning, organizing, and managing multiple events.
Experience including copy-editing and database management.
Demonstrated knowledge of current software and web-based applications in written and on-line communication, information processing, and data management.

Job Description:

Would you like to work for a National Laboratory that conducts world-renowned research? Would you enjoy working on a diverse, beautiful, university campus? Can you imagine yourself in a mid-sized location that regularly ranks as one of the U.S. Best Places to Live ? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you should consider a career with Ames Laboratory!

Ames Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy federally contracted National Laboratory located in Ames, Iowa, on the campus of Iowa State University. We are dedicated to translating foundational science through applied research to create technological innovations. We create materials, inspire minds to solve problems, and address some of the most challenging issues facing our world today. We promote and believe in a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, civility, and shared ownership in support of the Laboratory's collective success. We offer an exceptional benefits package including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance, Wellbeing program, Employee Assistance Program;
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit or defined contribution plans;
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans;
• Onsite childcare;
• Life insurance and long-term disability;
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Flexible work schedules and hybrid environments (office and telework combinations) are available with some positions.

Ames National Laboratory invests in the future of science through education programs and mentorships that nurture undergraduate, graduate, postdoctoral, and early career scientists. We are seeking candidates for an Education, Outreach, and Program Specialist (Program Specialist I) position who will assist in coordinating education and outreach events, programs, conferences, and meetings. This includes components of logistics, resource management, evaluation, staffing and communication.

The individual is responsible for coordinating and managing the statewide Ames National Laboratory High School and Middle School Science Bowl events. Primary responsibilities include coordinating local logistics, marketing, team selection, responding to requests for information, addressing unique situations that may arise, advising teams and staff of rules/requirements and identifying opportunities for improvement.

The individual also coordinates aspects of the undergraduate internship, visiting faculty and summer programs at the Ames National Laboratory. Primary responsibilities include processing applicant information and forms for admission to individual programs including arrangement of travel and housing, payment processing for program participants, and development/updating of program database. This individual also responds to questions requiring interpretation and implementation of programs and advises students of rules and requirements related to their internships. In addition, this position collaborates with ISU administrative offices, departmental offices, and service offices regularly regarding policy/course offerings.

The individual must possess the ability to work well with individuals with diverse backgrounds and at all levels within the organizations involved. They must be able to work independently or with others in a team environment, be able to manage multiple ongoing tasks and have strong written and verbal communication skills, computer skills, financial management skills, and organizational skills, including managing multiple deadlines and working with confidential information. The successful candidate will be organized and proactive to ensure projects are completed successfully. A hybrid (office and telework combination) work environment is available for this position.

Appointment Type:
Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
PS806

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

3) List of Professional References
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• This job may also be eligible for flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours and a hybrid working environment.

Original Posting Date:
April 20, 2023

Posting Close Date:
April 30, 2023

Job Requisition Number:
R11644