OMSI After Dark Education Facilitator

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Position Title: OMSI After Dark Education Facilitator Department: Events

Position Summary: OMSI After Dark Education Facilitators connect with life-long learners at OMSI After Dark, an evening event just for adults, by engaging guests with educational demos and providing customer service at the museum. Because these events have a variety of themes, duties may vary considerably. Facilitators are also called upon to assist with demos at similarly styled Community Science Nights. Flexibility with event plans and enthusiasm for education are a must. Volunteers will be able to enjoy OMSI After Dark from an insider's perspective! Must be 21 or older.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement new activities and demonstrations with guests, ranging from arts and crafts to physics and engineering, depending on the needs of the event.
• Assist with set-up and clean-up procedures for activities and demos.
• Interact with visitors to help them explore and learn from OMSI demonstrations, exhibits and lab activities.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for visitors and staff.
• Give clear directions and provide information about activities happening throughout the museum.
• Assist Public Programs Coordinator with research and development of educational demonstrations as needed.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Skillful in facilitating hands-on interactions and translating scientific information accurately and age-appropriately.
• Able to maintain a calm, pleasant, and cheerful demeanor in a noisy and crowded environment.
• Able to listen and communicate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and ages.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Self-directed and willing to take initiative.
• Willing to follow OMSI rules and procedures.

Schedule and Support:

• OMSI After Dark events are typically on the last Wednesday from 5:30pm to 10:00 pm each month, but days may vary depending on the topic.

• Due to the training involved, volunteers should plan to be at a minimum of 4-6 events over the course of 1 year.

• Attend the following trainings or classes:

• Volunteer Orientation
• Position-specific training

Volunteer Benefits:

• Training opportunities and a lifelong learning experience.
• Admission for the volunteer to the museum exhibits and attractions based on availability.
• An OMSI Family Membership upon completion of 50 hours of volunteer service.
• Discounts in the OMSI Science Store and on-site restaurants.
• The opportunity to meet many new people and learn more about OMSI.