STEM Van Manager
Position: STEM Van Manager - Part-time
Position location: Decatur, IL and serving surrounding area
Council website: www.stlbsa.org
Position Overview
The mission of the Greater St. Louis Area Council, Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values ofthe Scout Oath and Law. We are looking for energetic and outgoing individuals who enjoy working with kids and want a fun job where they can have a positive impact on the lives of children and families in communities throughout Decatur, Illinois region and surrounding areas.
Responsibilities
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- Can drive a sprinter-based vehicle to scheduled events around the 20 Counties of the central Illinois area of the Scout Council. Have a valid drivers license.
- Schedule will include appointments that fall on Monday through Thursday nights, typically from 6-9 with additional travel time. Also, will include appointments on Saturday morning 9 am-Noon and 2-5 pm with additional travel time. Not to work over 20 hours a week and can control the schedule within reason of personal availability.
- Have a thorough understanding of the contents of the trailer and the efficiency to operate the variety of equipment. Maintain an inventory of equipment and supplies needed for program.
- Experience in 3D printing, CAD software, Corel Draw, and simple electronics is a plus. Basic knowledge in STEM programming / makerspace is also desired.
- Maintain the schedule along the program year and communicate with the Director of Program Development and the Area Field Director with the frequency of Van’s use. Submit weekly time sheets to supervisor.
- Along with STEM Department, promote the STEM based workshops and other events for Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA.
- Promote and have the STEM Van, along with available STEM volunteers, to conduct programs at Council & District events in service territory. Other Council program opportunities and community fairs may also be included at times.
- Expand awareness of the trailer by helping capture photos and videos of program in action and share with the STEM department to post on Council social media pages.
- Work with Director of Program Development on new program ideas for other supplemental program resources and program enhancements for the STEM Van use.
Qualifications
• Strong interpersonal, organization, and process-improvement skills
• Proven ability to work with minimal supervision, exercise of discretion, and independent judgement
• Must be comfortable with public speaking and interacting with diverse audiences
• Excellent people skills, enthusiastic, punctual, responsible, and creative
• Self-motivated individual with solid time management skills and strong organizational skills
• High ethical and professional working standards
Physical Activity and Mental Demands:
1) Physical activity will include, but not be limited to, stooping, balancing, standing, walking, lifting, hearing, and medium level physical work.
2) Mental demands include, but are not limited to, reading, detail work, confidentiality, problem solving, stress, math, reasoning, clear verbal and written communication, customer contact, and multiple concurrent tasks.
3) Ability to operate a motor vehicle day and night.
Accountability:
Accountable for the program in the assigned area to support unit membership, activities, and other responsibilities as assigned.
Starting Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour.
