CLEER Docent

2 weeks ago

Erie, Pennsylvania, United States Gannon University Full time

Posting Number

AS1054P

Subdivision

Provost & VP for Student Experience

Division

Provost & Student Experience (AA)

Department

Academic Affairs

Location

Erie, Pa

Position Summary

Seeking a dedicated part-time docent/guide to join the Center for Lake Erie Education and Research team. This role is essential for ensuring smooth daily operations including

  • Welcoming visitors to the open and accessible center space

  • Assisting visitors with the proper use of interactive exhibit technology within the center

  • Cleaning touch screens and other exhibit items when not otherwise engaged or as appropriate

  • Communicating, listening, and sharing thoughts and ideas with visitors based upon interactive exhibits.

NACE Competencies:

  • Career & Self Development – Worker will gain an awareness of their strengths and weaknesses through active engagement with the public.

  • Communication – Worker will clearly and effectively share information about the proper usage of technology within the center.

  • Critical Thinking – Worker will monitor and respond to needs of visitors to the center based upon situational context and logical analysis.

  • Equity and Inclusion – Worker will work to ensure all people feel welcomed, safe, and included within the center space.

  • Leadership – Worker will employ their strengths to achieve the overall mission of the center.

  • Professionalism – Worker will recognize their role within the public library and act in the interest of Gannon University and the larger community.

  • Teamwork – Worker will work collaboratively, inclusively, and effectively with other team members to create a hospitable work environment and achieve the overall mission of the center.

Technology – Worker will clearly and effectively share information about the proper usage of technology within the center.

Required Qualifications

  • Willingness to learn about the exhibits
  • Timely and dependable
  • Welcoming and inclusive demeanor
  • Excellent English written and oral skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Multi-lingual
  • BS in environmental science or a related field

Physical Demands

This position requires minimal physical demands, but applicants should be able to safely lift 25 pounds and sit and/or stand for extended periods of time; be able to work in a busy environment

Exempt Status

Non-Exempt

Position Classification

Professional

Position Type

Staff

Employment Status

Part-Time

Position Length

6M

Hours per Week

20

Work Schedule

Depending On Candidate's Schedule

Shift

1st