ISTAR Senior Mentor 

Classification: As-Needed, Hourly, Non-Exempt 

Anticipated Hiring Rate: $20 per hour (paid biweekly) 

Availability Needed: 10-19 hours per week. Flexible schedule required. Regularly scheduled for in person work Thursdays 4 PM – 8 PM, along with additional regular weekday hours and frequent evening and weekend work. 

Other Information: Regularly scheduled to work Monday through Friday 8 AM – 4 PM during ISTAR Summer Camp weeks (June 14-18, June 21-25, and August 16-20). Continuation of this role depends on future funding opportunities. 

Applications and interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis. The position will be open until filled. 

To view a full pdf description of the position, click here. 

Overview 

Fort Collins Museum of Discovery (FCMoD) is a unique public/private partnership that engages visitors in an innovative learning environment. As Northern Colorado’s only AAM accredited museum (American Alliance of Museums), and only ASTC-affiliated museum (Association of Science & Technology Centers), FCMoD occupies a pivotal space in the cultural and educational life of our region and creates extraordinary opportunities for visitors to engage with experiences that explore the interplay of science and culture in ways that are deeply relevant to our community, our geography, and our shared history. 

FCMoD promotes a team environment where curiosity, not certainty, informs our work. The ISTAR (Indigenous Science, Technology, Arts, and Resilience) Coordinator will utilize this mindset to successfully cultivate relationships, foster collaboration, and support a culture of trust with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders. The ISTAR Program provides year-round support designed for Native American and Indigenous youth and their families through culturally relevant and sustaining experiences. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Reports to the ISTAR Manager. 
  • Plan, coordinate, and facilitate culturally relevant workshops for youth during year-round programming with ISTAR Manager. This includes but is not limited to ISTAR Connections Nights, ISTAR Youth Advisory Board meetings, and ISTAR Summer Camp.  
  • Assist ISTAR Manager with year-round programming, community outreach, and partner engagement. This includes but is not limited to attending partner meetings, tabling at community events, and collaborating with FCMoD staff on overlapping projects within the museum.  
  • Assist ISTAR Manager with general ISTAR program oversight. 
  • Develop program reflections, grant reports, evaluations, and participant surveys with ISTAR Manager. 
  • Provide guidance to and serve as a role model for ISTAR Mentors. This includes assisting with ISTAR Mentor Training sessions. 
  • Inspire ISTAR participants to explore, discover, question, and create. 
  • Prioritize a positive experience for participants and create a welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment for all.  
  • Represent FCMoD to the highest standard by upholding ISTAR community and museum values and by modeling professional behavior, good communication, and collaboration at all times. 
  • Work collaboratively with FCMoD staff, ISTAR Mentors, community members, and guest instructors to provide a cohesive experience for participants.  
  • Be flexible and able to respond to the diverse interests of the group while helping participants achieve the objectives of the program. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES 

  • Understands the mission and values of FCMoD.  
  • Able to conduct and facilitate a variety of programming including but not limited to workshops, activities, crafts, experiments, projects, discussions, and meetings. 
  • Demonstrates cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of various identities, perspectives and cultural backgrounds.  
  • Ability to work in a team environment and work independently. 
  • Independently assesses and prioritizes tasks. 
  • Enjoys interacting and engaging with K-12 students. 
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 
  • Ability to be detail-oriented, calm under pressure, and have a discovery mindset. 
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, analyze situations, and respond quickly to deliver effective solutions. 
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with FCMoD staff and guest instructors. 

VALUES-BASED BEHAVIORS 

  • Listens attentively to others. Asks clarifying questions to gain a better understanding of the other person’s views and assumptions. 
  • Works effectively in a team environment and actively participates in joint problem solving; willingly cooperates with co-workers. 
  • Comes to meetings prepared and on time; honors work commitments; follows through on commitments; meets deadlines. 
  • Collaborates with other work groups and outside organizations as appropriate, in a proactive and responsive manner. 
  • Is punctual and reliable. 
  • Honors the private and confidential matters of co-workers. Protects the proprietary and confidential information of FCMoD. 
  • Follows rules, regulations, and policies. Positively contributes to implementing changes. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE 

  • Demonstrated experience working with Native American and Indigenous communities. 
  • Demonstrated experience working with K-12 youth. 
  • Demonstrated peer leadership experience. 
  • At least one year of experience either as an educator/mentor or pre-service educator/mentor in a formal or informal environment. 
  • At least one year of college with emphasis on science, history, culture, Native studies, or a related field/equivalent work experience.  

We recognize that a successful candidate will meet the requirements in this job description but may only meet some of the qualifications.  We encourage applicants to apply if much of this job description describes them.  As part of our commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we invest in building teams with various backgrounds, identities, and experiences. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS 

Ability to effectively and concisely present information in multiple formats and respond to questions from the public and co-workers.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural guidelines.  Additional language proficiency is highly desirable. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

While performing the above duties, ISTAR Coordinator is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit; extended periods of walking and moderate physical activity both inside and outdoors is required. Use hands to feel and manipulate tools and materials and reach with hands and arms. ISTAR Coordinator must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. FCMoD adheres to requirements set forth by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS 

Driver’s license or ID card issued by a State or territory of the United States is required. 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS 

  • Classification: As-needed, hourly, non-exempt 
  • Hourly Rate: $20 per hour (paid biweekly) 
  • Benefits: This position accrues sick time. 

The ISTAR Coordinator is an as-needed, hourly, non-exempt position that is eligible for certain benefits under Fort Collins Museum of Discovery Nonprofit Partner. This position is eligible for accrued sick time. All museum employees receive a free museum membership during their employment. 

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