STEM Specialist - Indigenous Outreach - Thunder Bay

STEM Specialist – Indigenous Outreach - Thunder Bay

$47,000 - $57,000 per year, full-time permanent, generous benefits package

Science North brings science education and engagement to many audiences in Northern Ontario and is dedicated to making science accessible, relevant, and enjoyable for everyone. We believe it’s essential for all communities across the region to have opportunities to explore and connect with the wonders of science. Our Outreach programming plays a vital role in strengthening relationships and expanding our reach, particularly in Northwestern Ontario, as we strive to connect with more audiences than ever before.

Are you excited by the idea of exploring and experiencing Northern Ontario while engaging people in STEM? Do you have experience working collaboratively with Indigenous communities and partners? Are you passionate about creating and delivering meaningful, culturally inclusive programs and innovative experiences? Are you energized by the prospect of working alongside a diverse, enthusiastic team of professionals with a strong commitment to leadership and collaboration?

At Science North we thrive on bringing award-winning science experiences to communities across Northern Ontario and we want YOUR passion for engaging people with STEM!

As the STEM Specialist–Indigenous Outreach you will work with the dynamic Outreach team, based in Thunder Bay, to develop and deliver engaging program experiences in Northern Ontario communities, including many First Nation Communities. Your expertise will enable you to braid indigenous knowledge and perspectives through the many programs we offer to schools and communities. You will bring a level of expertise in STEM topics through either a traditional STEM degree or lived experience with Indigenous world view.

Along the way you’ll represent Science North and foster reciprocal relationships with community members.

Position highlights:

• Develop and deliver science experiences with and for First Nation Communities including remote communities
• Lead the delivery of outreach experiences throughout Northern Ontario at festivals, fairs, and partner locations including visits to schools
• Organize, plan, book and deliver science outreach events
• Use your exceptional interpersonal skills to foster reciprocal relationships with communities throughout Northern Ontario 
• Support other programming initiatives within the unit with your unique skill set
• Initiate, research and develop new programs/workshops/shows, ensuring programs meet current curriculum standards and learning theories
• Monitor, evaluate, obtain and act on programming feedback
• Write scripts, signage and content for programs and specialty workshops/shows
• Deliver and oversee the delivery of programs by others
• Manage and control area expenditures and submit financial reporting
• Compile reports, maintain programming information and other required information
• Liaise, coordinate, support and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Proactively identify needs/issues and problem solve/establish solutions, address complaints/concerns

Qualifications:

• Formal background in a STEM field OR equivalent experience with Indigenous world view or lived experience
• Demonstrated organizational, planning and project management skills 
• Superior attention to detail
• Exemplary aptitude for problem-solving and resourcefulness
• Exceptional communication skills, possessing a high level of verbal and written proficiency  
• Captivating program development and delivery skills
• Showmanship with an ability to engage large crowds (with science shows) 
• Comfort with and ability to work autonomously often from remote locations 
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout Northern Ontario, at times solo, including evening and weekend travel/work 
• Valid G driver’s license reflecting a 3-year clean driving abstract, non-negotiable
• Fluency in English required, fluency in French would be considered an asset
• We invite applications from individuals of Indigenous heritage

Compensation Highlights:

• Full-time permanent opportunity
• Competitive salary starting at $47,000 to $57,000 per year
• Annual performance and merit increase consideration
• Participation in the Science North Employee Incentive Plan
• Flexible work arrangements
• Comprehensive group benefit package including medical, dental, vision, paramedical, life/travel insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, 24/7 telemedicine access, wellness spending account/ onsite physio/chiro services
• Pension plan following one year
• Science North annual family membership
• Free or discounted admission to other attractions outside Sudbury, Science North facilities and program discounts, fitness membership contribution
• Professional development opportunities
• Minimum 3 weeks vacation with incremental entitlements of one week after 5 and 10 yrs of service

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Science North we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

If you have any questions or need more information please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at careers@sciencenorth.ca

Apply online at http://sciencenorth.ca/careers. An early application represents your best opportunity for consideration. Science North is committed to an inclusive workplace and invites applications from all qualified individuals to join our diverse team. Accommodations are available upon request in all aspects of Science North’s selection process. We thank all interested candidates; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Science North is grateful to work with First Nations across Northern Ontario and we give thanks to the Indigenous Peoples who have cared for this land since time immemorial. We pay respect to their traditions, ways of knowing, and acknowledge their many contributions to innovations in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, past and present. We also recognize the Métis Nation of Ontario for their historic and ongoing contributions. Science North commits to deepening engagement, relationships and partnerships in order to advance truth and reconciliation, honour and reflect Indigenous ways of knowing, grow economic opportunities, and collaborate with Indigenous peoples as partners in order to inspire all people to be engaged with science in the world around them.

Science North is a registered charity and is an agency of the Government of Ontario