Department: Morehead Planetarium - 524500
Career Area : Administrative/Clerical Support
Posting Open Date: 04/08/2024
Application Deadline: 04/29/2024
Position Type: Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title : Full Dome Theater Navigator
Position Number: ******** , ********
Vacancy ID: S022929
Full-time/Part-time: Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week: 20
Work Schedule: Variable Schedule: Tuesday – Sunday, 8:30am – 5:00pm.
Hiring Range: $11.05/hour
Proposed Start Date: 05/06/2024
Estimated Duration of Appointment: 6 months or less
Be a Tar Heel!: A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit: Morehead Planetarium and Science Center opened in 1949 as the first planetarium on a college campus in the United States. During the 1960s and 1970s, Morehead trained 62 NASA astronauts (including 11 of the 12 men who walked on the Moon) in celestial navigation. By Morehead's 50th anniversary in 1999, more than five million spectators – half of them schoolchildren – had visited its Star Theater to learn about the cosmos.
Morehead expanded its mission in 2000, becoming not only a gateway to the stars, but a gateway to all the sciences. Today, its programming reflects the expanded mission to help people better understand science, technology, and health through state-of-the-art full dome planetarium shows, exhibits, camps, hands-on classes, and statewide outreach programming.
In 2020, Morehead completed a $9M renovation that expanded its exhibit space which now includes more than 6,000 square feet of exhibit space that highlight a range of science disciplines. Position Summary: This position will primarily work in the Full Dome Theater as a presenter. Specific duties include:
- Assist in seating guests in the FDT
- Assist the Technician with FDT Operations
- Conduct brief star tours following the digital programs in the theater
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience that demonstrates possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience: Exhibit a high level of responsibility, organization, and resourcefulness. Demonstrate strong communication skills in front of audiences. Possess an enthusiasm for learning and teaching.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience: Current college student or recent college graduate; experience working with a variety of audiences in an educational setting; basic astronomy course; bilingual proficiency.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements: Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and/or weekends.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities: Not Applicable.
Special Instructions : H-1B sponsorship is not available for this position.
