Education & Outreach Mgr

The Education & Outreach Manager (Director) is responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and oversight of education projects/community outreach activities as well as the comprehensive day-to-day administration/management of the UNM STEM-H Center's operations.

About the UNM STEM-H Center Originally established in 1959 as the NWNM Science & Engineering Fair, the UNM STEM-H Center has grown substantially and is a distinguished and long-standing entity at the University of New Mexico. The STEM-H Center is supported jointly by the UNM Office for Research (main campus) and the UNM Health Sciences Office for Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. Our mission-based work is focused on:

• Flagship Pre-College STEM Research Competitions
• Kupono Learning Lab (in-person & online professional development for K-12 research teachers and pre-college student researchers)
• Policy & Advocacy Engagement
• Scientific Equipment Lending & STEM Curriculum Resource Center
• Development & Maintenance of Strategic Partnerships
• Continuing to be a leader in effective, successful, fiscally responsible STEM Competition Management
• Technical Assistance/Consulting for Other Similar Organizations

Duties and Responsibilities Including Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Leadership & Management

• Leadership and Management Skills, Program Management Experience, Strong Team & Volunteer Management Experience, Strategic Planning Expertise, Expertise in Budget Development & Management, Strong Fundraising & Grant Writing Experience

Education & Outreach

• Experienced in STEM Education & Curriculum Development for Diverse Audiences, Demonstrated expertise in Outreach & Community Engagement (diverse communities & stakeholders), Expert in Public Speaking & Training Facilitation, Working With Pre-College Students, Extensive Professional Network, Program Recruitment

Communication & Advocacy

• Excellent Communication Skills (written, verbal, complex situations), Advocacy & Public Relations Expertise

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

• Commitment to Diversity, Cultural Competency & Humility Technology
• Technology Proficiency (educational technologies, STEM tools, online LMS's, virtual engagement methods, skilled in M365 and preferably has experience with systems like DataClassroom, zFairs, Smartsheet,etc.), Data Analysis & Reporting Skills, Experience with Program Evaluation Methods
• Strong interpersonal and communication
  skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of
  constituencies in a diverse community.
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity,
  equity & inclusion.

Collaboration & Partnership Building

• Building Partnerships w/ Broad Audiences, Stakeholder Engagement

Personal Attributes

• Innovative Thinking, Problem-Solving Skills, Passion for Education and STEM

Knowledge of STEM Trends and Policy

• Awareness of National STEM Trends and Education Policy, Familiarity with National STEM Standards and Frameworks, Primary

Liaison w/ Community, State, and Federal Agencies Optional Certifications (optional but beneficial)

• Project Management Certification, STEM Education Certification or Training

Other Duties as Assigned

• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Bachelor's degree; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Advanced Degree in Education, STEM, or a Related Field Master's or Doctorate in a relevant field (e.g., Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Education, Public Policy, or Nonprofit Management) is preferred.

• Familiarity w/ the UNM STEM-H Center including competition programs, professional development, online resources, policy/advocacy work, etc.

• Experience in STEM academic competition management (local, regional, state)

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Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.