Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Rio Grande City, TEXAS
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Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number | SRGV7364 |
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Working Title | PROGRAM SPECIALIST-CENTER OF EXCELLENCE IN STEM EDUCATION |
Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Location | Edinburg, Texas |
Department | College of Sciences/ Center of Excellence in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics |
FTE | 1 |
FLSA | Non-Exempt |
Scope of Job | To provide support in the operation and coordination of the HEB Planetarium and the Mobile Laboratory bus which falls under the purview of the UTRGV Center of Excellence in STEM Education. Both programs involve working with K-12 schools, the local and university communities, families, and other university partners. Responsible for assigned phases of a program or select projects within an area |
Description of Duties |
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Supervision Received | Specific direction from department director or assigned supervisor. |
Supervision Given | Supervises all assigned support personnel. |
Required Education | Bachelor’s degree in a Science field from an accredited university. |
Preferred Education | Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from an accredited university. |
Licenses/Certifications | None. |
Required Experience |
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Preferred Experience | N/A |
Equipment | Use of standard office equipment. Management of digital projectors for the planetarium and the portable dome. |
Working Conditions | Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Normal office, classroom or outside environment. Some travel and weekend work is required. Be able to lift over 50 pounds (such as the portable dome) with a team member. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Particular project or program may require ability to drive a car or a bus for local or distant travel for K-12 schools/events or on site demonstrations. Must be able to bend, stoop, reach and lift for retrieving/maintaining files and for setting up multimedia equipment. Must be able to move between buildings, offices and classrooms. |
Other | Must demonstrate effective project promotion skills, and, the ability to develop and maintain strong working relations with internal and external agencies and entities. Ability to interact in a professional manner with faculty, staff, students and the public. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated interpersonal skills. |
Physical Capabilities | N/A |
Employment Category | Full-Time |
Minimum Salary | Commensurate with Experience |
Posted Salary | Commensurate with Experience |
Position Available Date | 02/26/2024 |
Grant Funded Position | No |
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Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement | It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest. |
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Special Instructions to Applicants | Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: Date of Birth Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information. |
Additional Information | UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need. All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development . |
Quick Link | https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/41912 |