The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is seeking a full-time Teen Tech Center Coordinator to implement structured and casual interpretive programming for visiting teenagers in the Teen Tech Center and associated program spaces, designed for OMSI visitors aged 13-18. The coordinator is responsible for daily functioning and maintenance of Teen Tech Center activities, programs, equipment, and technology to create a youth-centered community with safe and supportive mentors. The Coordinator also supports long-term planning and implementation for experiences related to other areas of teen programming.
Qualified candidates will have, but not limited to:
Willingness to learn and experiment with new technologies, including the Adobe Creative Suite; able to troubleshoot basic tech issues and adapt quickly to evolving digital tools
Proven track record working with youth, in particular young people from underserved neighborhoods
Demonstrated ability to reach out to youth, parents, educators, and community leaders
Interpersonal skills, including an ability to get along with people of diverse backgrounds and abilities and a talent for making people feel welcome and included
Minimum of 3 years experience with the following:
Demonstrated success in engaging and mentoring underserved teens
Examples of developing, synthesizing, and delivering educational content to diverse audiences
Experience working with and managing volunteers
Experience working effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and talents in professional work environments
The Teen Tech Center Coordinator has an annual pay of $54,726.96, and is eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes:
2 weeks of vacation per year with no waiting period. Hours carry over year to year up to 200 hours;
2 weeks of sick time per year with no waiting period. Hours carry over year to year up to 520 hours;
12 Personal / Cultural Days (PTO) per year;
Multiple health plans to choose from with employee premiums paid 86% by OMSI
403b Retirement with employer match eligibility;
Free annual OMSI Family Membership ($140 annual value);
Reciprocal Employee Attractions Pass - valid for unlimited free general admission for two at 31 Oregon cultural attractions;
Discounts on summer programs for employee's children.