Learning Experiences Officer, Aps Level 4, Questacon
1 week ago
About the Department The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government's economic agenda.
Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology.
We do this by:
Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions Investing in science and technology Strengthening the resources sector.
Canberra Applications close 28 June
About the Department The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government's economic agenda.
Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology.
We do this by:
Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions Investing in science and technology Strengthening the resources sector.
The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work.
You will be able to create positive impact in people's lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.
If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia's future.
Please see the APSC's APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.
About the team The Learning Experiences team delivers targeted programs that provide science engagement experiences.These programs are aimed at diverse audiences, from early childhood to school aged students, families, and adults.
They are delivered through facilitated experiences, theatrical performances, and structured workshops. Q Lab focuses on developing science inquiry skills such as observing, questioning, and testing.
It helps to build the ability to better understand the world around us.
The Shed explores the importance of problem solving and creativity in a hands-on making space.
Visitors are encouraged to think, make, try and refine.
Live Spectacular Science Shows inspire audiences through storytelling, interactive science demonstrations and humour to show the wonder of science and technology.
Science Time invites curiosity, hands-on learning and play.3-5 year olds and their caregivers work together to investigate, discover and share their findings.
Our ideal candidate Working as part of the Learning Experiences team, you will demonstrate excellent communication skills and contribute to a productive workplace.
You will work with the team to deliver an excellent outcome for Questacon, our staff, visitors, stakeholders and supporters.To be successful you will:
have a passion for science, technology, performance or education – or ideally all these thingsenjoy exploring scientific phenomena and ask questions that encourage discussionhave experience delivering facilitated activities, theatrical performances or structured workshops – or other related methods of delivery – to a variety of audiencesbe able to facilitate engagement that is led by the visitor and adapt engagement to be accessibleenjoy working with others to investigate, develop, test and deliver innovative science-based experiencescontribute new ideas and identify opportunities to improve engagementhelp identify and manage risks associated with demonstrations and activitiesbe able to work proactively as an individual and collaboratively as a member of a teambe resilient and respond positively to change.
Our department has a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with an ambition of being the best possible place to work.
This reflects the importance we place on our people and on creating a workplace culture where each and every one of us is valued and respected for our contribution.
Our ideal candidate adds to this culture and our workplace in their own way.What you will do Working consistently with the expectations for an APS Level 4 in the APS Work Level Standards , as a Learning Experiences Officer, you will: deliver high quality experiences for a variety of audiencesassist in mentoring and support of Learning Experiences Presenters through peer training, role modelling, and being an exemplar of program deliveryassist with the development, testing and evaluation of new content, activities and delivery methodsprovide open communication to all team members including giving and receiving feedback and effectively contributing as part of a teamadhere to policies and procedures and undertake regular training to ensure both the ongoing safety and high quality of programscarry out other activities as required in support of Questacon's programswork within Australian Government guidelines such as Workplace Health and Safety, APS Values and Code of Conduct.
Eligibility The successful applicants are required to hold and maintain a valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) card.To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.
Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
Notes As a successful candidate, you will be employed as a member of the Australian Public Service within the Questacon Division of the Department of Industry, Science and Resources.
Your role will be full time or part time ongoing, and you will work within the scope of the department's Enterprise Agreement and other policies.
Outside of the usual pattern of work, this role may require some after-hours or weekend work and may involve some interstate and international travel as required.
The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles.These vacancies are based at Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre located in Parkes ACT, although flexible work arrangements may be considered.
Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.
Application information Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information.This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents.
The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.
Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position.
Your pitch can contain no more than 500 words and should align to the key duties listed above.Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application.
(CVs must be ,.docx, format).
Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request.
Please contact or if you require assistance with your application.
Please refer to our Applying for a position information for additional information on how to apply.
Contact Information For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Claire Farrugia via email on Claire.
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