STEM Specialist

Compensation:

$20.64 hourly, 20 hours per week

This position is dependent on state funding, the position end date is 06/30/2026, if not renewed.

Compensation Type:

Non-Exempt

Employment Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Grade:

NE09

Position Summary

The Northwest Regional STEM Hub is advancing the mission and vision of the New Mexico STEM Innovation Network (STEMinNM). The STEM coordinator will support the director in this work by creating and sharing high-quality STEM learning experiences across PreK–12 education, out-of-school time programs, higher education, workforce development, and industry partnerships.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Assists the director in completing project goals and regional initiatives that promote STEM engagement and integrate real-world learning.

• Creates high-quality STEM outreach experiences that can be shared with educators to be delivered to students throughout the area.

• Communicates with and coordinates efforts with schools, higher education, tribal, industry, and community organizations.

• Coordinates with director to deliver high-quality STEM learning experiences for teacher professional development.

• Travels within the region to deliver learning materials and meet with partners and to the Principal Hub to coordinate statewide STEM efforts as needed.

• Gather data and prepare reports, presentations, publications, spreadsheets, tables and charts.

• Other duties as assigned.

                  

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.

• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

• Knowledge of college policies and procedures.

• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.

• Experience working in and understanding of STEM education trends and best practices in K–12 and postsecondary education.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to represent the organization effectively in public and professional settings.

• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

• Proficiency with standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace) and data management tools.

• Ability and willingness to travel within the region and statewide as required.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Director of the NW STEMinNM Hub assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor reviews completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

The guidelines include the Scope of Work for the New Mexico STEM Innovation Network Document, NM Legislation related to the STEM Innovation Network, SJC Business and Grant policies and procedures and college and department policies and procedures. The guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require interpretation and adaptation to the regional hub.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of supporting the director with various activities and projects to strengthen STEM identities in the NW region of NM.  The varying projects and frequent interruptions contribute to the complexity of the position.

• The purpose of this position is to provide support for the operations coordinator of the NM regional STEM. Successful performance contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of those operations and events of the Hub.

CONTACTS

                                                                     

• Contacts are typically with industry partners, professionals, other college personnel, faculty, staff, current students, members from other regional school districts and members of the general public.

• Contacts are typically to identify and analyze needs, give or exchange information, resolve problems, provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objets and uses tools or equipment that require a high degree of dexterity.

• The work is typically performed in an office or class room, work may be performed in a noisy environment.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

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