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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Office of Science Outreach in the Eberly College of Science is currently seeking enthusiastic applicants for Director roles for the Science-U summer camp program. Successful applicants will contribute to creating high-energy, hands-on science experiences for our campers during the camp season on the University Park, PA campus. Applicants must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be prepared to fulfill all job duties.

Job duties could include: 

• partnering with the Science-U Director to plan execute and deliver successful Science-U curricula to Science-U student staff and campers

• providing information and/or training to camp instructor(s) and camp staff before and during camp, as needed

• helping Science-U student staff supervise campers and ensure youth safety during the camp

• completing student staff evaluations

• managing the logistics of content delivery across several camps rooms for larger camps (non-instructional)

Appropriate science background for relevant camp(s) required. First Aid/CPR certification preferred. Remuneration: Rate commensurate with position. For a complete listing of camps offered, please go to the Science-U website (sciencecamps.psu.edu). Applications must be submitted electronically and should include a cover letter with a statement of relevant experience and a resume. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until all positions are filled.

This job requires the following publicly available clearances:

• PA State Police Criminal Background Check

• PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form

• Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service