Science Program Presenter – Part-Time

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Job Description

Be a part of the team that helps make the City of Boca Raton one of the best places to live, work and play! We provide world class services, parks, beaches, and public safety. This can only happen when the best, brightest, and most committed individuals come to work for our City. We encourage like-minded individuals to apply and be part of our team! Come join us #WorkforBoca 

Location

Sugar Sand Park Community Center (Children’s Explorium)

Schedule

Work schedule varies to and will include weekdays, weekends and holidays as needed, as well as two (2) evenings a month for special events.

This is not a seasonal position.

20 – 25 hours per week.

General Definition of Work

Performs intermediate paraprofessional work coordinating and presenting science programs to citizens and visitors of all ages. Work is performed under general supervision.

Essential Functions

• Presents science programs, including demonstrations and tours emphasizing science concepts pertaining to the exhibits at the Children’s Science Explorium and Science Playground. 
• Interacts with visitors to help them explore and learn from exhibits.
• Provides general oversight of exhibit hall, including record keeping and routine exhibit maintenance.
• Prepares facilities and equipment for programs, including cleaning and storage.

Related Tasks 

• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• scientific concepts and principles. 

Ability to:

• present demonstrations and programs in an exciting and entertaining manner. 
• understand audiences and adapt presentations accordingly.
• operate video and audio equipment and computer.
• communicate with the public in a courteous and professional manner. 

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

Education and Experience 

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school, plus course work in the area of physical science and/or other related educational experience; and
• Experience working with the public and/or working with children. Public speaking experience preferred.

Special Requirements

• Possession of valid State of Florida Class “E” driver’s license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.

Post-Offer Background Requirements

The background check process for this position may include:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Reference Checks
• Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
• Drug and Alcohol Screen
• Fingerprinting

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran’s Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 

CITY OF BOCA RATON – BENEFITS SUMMARY

Part-Time Employees

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: To be eligible to receive Paid Leave and to contribute to the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, a part-time employee must have worked at least 1,040 hours in the prior fiscal year

PAID LEAVE: Employees who work a minimum of 1,040 hours per fiscal year will receive twelve (12) hours of Paid Leave on October 1st. This Paid Leave shall be used no later than September 30th of that fiscal year or it will be forfeited. These hours may not accumulate and may only be granted with the approval of the employee’s supervisor. This paid leave has no cash value at separation of employment.

MISSION SQUARE 457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: Employees who work a minimum of 1,040 hours per fiscal year will be allowed to participate in the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. The City will not provide any matching funds.

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