Our current Planetarium Show Specialist, Melanie Isenbarger, is unfortunately leaving her role at Ball State to relocate closer to family.

Therefore, we are hiring a full-time Planetarium Show Specialist at Ball State University. 

The Charles W. Brown Planetarium at Ball State University is an immersive, state-of-the-art facility with a 16-m dome and a HYBRID projector system. The planetarium utilizes a GOTO CHRONOS II star projector and a RSA Cosmos digital 4K system. 

The Planetarium Show Specialist will perform specialized activities and provide overall support and guidance to the day-to-day operations of the facility and equipment, including serving as a presenter and content creator for various programs, shows, and activities.

Minimum Experience: Previous experience in a planetarium, science center, or similar informal education institution delivering programs in a planetarium or related setting.

Minimum Other: Combination of the following: comfort conversing with both individuals and groups of various sizes, knowledge of and/or ability to learn basic astronomy and space science concepts; computer programming or planetarium software programming experience; interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy; exceptional oral and written communication skills; exceptional organizational skills; knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, software and equipment; ability to meet schedules and timelines; knowledge of record-keeping techniques; ability to work independently and in a team environment.

View the job posting at https://bsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/37166