Planetarium Assistant

Planetarium Assistant at Weber State University Department of Automotive Technology performs functions in the planetarium, including presenting shows to visiting K-12 students, assisting with show production, creating curriculum materials, and supporting outreach and education programs.

• Position Title
  :
  Planetarium Assistant
• Requisition Number
  : H00131P
• Position Category
  :
  Hourly/Work Study
• Campus Location
  :
  Weber State University – Ogden, UT
• Hours per week
  : not specified
• Months per year
  : not specified
• Alternate work schedule
  : not specified
• Salary
  :
  Hourly Pay Rate $15.00
• FLSA
  : not specified

Planetarium assistants perform multiple functions in the planetarium. They present shows to visiting K-12 students, help with show production, create curriculum materials, and perform several other duties in connection with the outreach and education programs of the planetarium.

• Must be a student at Weber State University.
• Must have taken (and performed well in!) Introduction to Astronomy.

• Experience in public speaking or speaking to groups preferred.

• Yes

• Job Open Date
  : 08/12/2025
• Review Date
  : 08/14/2025
• Job Close Date
  : 08/12/2026
• Open Until Filled
  :
  Yes

To apply, complete the online application. If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work. The screening of applicants will begin immediately. Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.

Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.

• Internship

• Full-time

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WSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).