Summer Engineering Experience for Kids OSD

Job Title: NSBE Summer Engineering Experience for Kids Operations Site Director 

Department: Programs

Reports To: Manager, Pre-College Programs

Hourly Rate: $22.00 (1 Week of Training/3 Program Weeks – 40 hours/per Week)

Locations: 

• East Orange, NJ
• Chicago, IL
• Washington, DC 
• Houston, TX (All Girls Camp)
• Baltimore, MD (TBD)
• Columbus, OH (TBD)
• Virtual 

Position Summary

The National Society of Black Engineers Summer Engineering Experience for Kids Operations Site Director (OSD) is responsible for managing all logistics at their respective site. The OSD will plan, coordinate, and monitor all processes related to the program to ensure an efficient infrastructure. The OSD should be adept with using a computer, Office 365 and the like as these tools will be utilized daily to manage and communicate site operations. OSDs will work in partnership with a Personnel Site Director. Please note that other related duties may be assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. 

Training Requirements

• Participates in Site Leadership Training in preparation for NSBE SEEK season
• Participates in instructional webinars in preparation for the NSBE SEEK season
• Participates in American Camp Association Trainings in preparation for NSBE SEEK season

Mentor Operations

• Manages mentors during training sessions
• Create a NSBE SEEK site staff communication channel
• Completes and submits mentor observation evaluations to WHQ for all Mentors

• Report any issues to WHQ staff
• Assist with NSBE SEEK Lead Mentor and Mentor interviews

Site Operations

• Leads site set-up and perform facilities walk-through
• Allocates and maintains all camp supplies
• Communicates with school officials and troubleshoot facilities issues
• Prepare and facilitate virtual Parent Orientation.
• Executes daily debrief meetings with PSD for all site staff
• Serves as a first point of contact for all Corporate and Sponsor questions/comments/concerns
• Coordinates Competition Fridays, NSBE Jr. Nights, and other SEEK special events
• Streamlines and disseminates all camp-wide communications through appropriate channels
• Documents and reports any issues using appropriate channels to WHQ staff (student injuries, behavioral issues, staffing concerns, etc.)
• Keeps WHQ staff informed of all developments with mentors, parents, students, sponsors, etc.
• Supports Personnel Site Director in staff management, as requested
• Submits weekly reports to WHQ SEEK Staff (competition scores, attendance, goals, etc.)
• Supports overall implementation of the SEEK program through additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Be a local candidate
• Previous NSBE SEEK experience. At minimum 2 years of mentor experience and/or 1 year of Site Director experience, or site/community events facilitator experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age 
• Must submit to a criminal background check
• Have intensive leadership experience
• Have proficiency in Microsoft Office tools 
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to interact with all levels of internal and external partners

Desired Qualifications:

• Active member of NSBE
• Degree in a STEM or Education field
• Program management experience
• Ability to support and lead a group of peers
• Ability to supervise and manage a group of children of varying ages
• Previous experience with leading and providing instructions to K-12 students
• Exemplary skills in organization, event-planning, volunteer coordination, and programming
• Familiarity with public speaking to wide audience of stakeholders
• CPR/First Aid Certified, preferred

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet Software, Spreadsheet Software (Excel), Project Management Software, and Word Processing Software (Word).

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or listen. The employee is occasionally required to walk.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Job Description Disclaimer

NSBE is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity in the workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER:

The above position description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job- related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/ or abilities. To perform this position successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty.