Employment

Classification: Non-Exempt
Department: Administration
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer 

Position Overview

This key position is responsible for managing the daily accounting functions of the Science Center of Iowa. This role requires working effectively in a fast-paced, multifaceted environment and includes oversight of general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, preparation of financial statements and certain benefit and human resources processes. The position requires strong organizational and detailed oriented skills to provide an accurate financial, treasury, and payroll information.   

Responsibilities

• Oversee, record and reconcile daily accounting activity, including revenue and expenses for all aspects of SCI
• Manage aspects of monthly and year-end close activities, including assisting with preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
• Assist with payroll (ADP) and time clock platforms (Virtual Time Clock) including but not limited to: data entry, reporting, bi-monthly payroll processing, issue resolutions, posting payroll related journal entries
• Assist with administrating organization’s benefits including, but not limited to: 401(k) and Roth retirement plans; health, dental, and vision insurance; FSA; HAS; and paid time off
• Work cross-functionally with other departments and accounting team to supporting their needs along with training new employees on applicable accounting processes that impact their position (time clock, credit cards, etc.); including working closely with sales, rentals, and development departments to support POS (Altru) functionality and revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP
• Assists with human resources specific paperwork when onboarding new hires, completing background check verification, keep accurate records and updates of personnel transactions such as hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, terminations and human resources documentation received by the CFO
• Follow comprehensive set of internal control accounting processes
• Assist in remaining compliance with the state and federal regulations
• Obtain and maintain all executed contracts throughout departments
• Attend daily 8:30 a.m. operational huddle (meeting)

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.

Education, Experience and/or Other Requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and two years of experience in related field
• Trustworthy and of high integrity, showing high respect for confidential information
• Highly motivated individual with strong organization and attention to detail skills
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team; demonstrated excellence in managing financial resources and developing open, productive, and inclusive relationships with team members throughout organization
• Effective problem-solving skills and strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Flexible in adapting to changing timelines and priorities
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with a good vision for opportunities to enhance the success of SCI
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously to meet established deadlines
• Service oriented; upholds SCI mission and values
• Successfully pass a background check

Preferred

• QuickBooks and payroll software knowledge
• Understanding of cultural and operational aspects of an entrepreneurial non-profit organization
• Nonprofit accounting experience
• Human resource and benefit administration background
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Creative, curious, innovative and a passionate learner
• Proactive; able to identify and improve product quality

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer but is occasionally active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. The employee must regularly lift and/or move items up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Hours & Work Schedule

Hours will vary based on business needs and includes days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. A Monday-Friday in person schedule is typical with core hours occurring between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. In town travel is required.

To Apply

Email your resume and completed application materials to scihr@sciowa.org.

Classification: Seasonal, Part Time
Department: Science Learning
Reports To: Director of Exhibits 

Position Overview

The Exhibits Graphics Intern supports the ¡Ciencia Para Todos! grant via the auditing, writing, editing, design, and implementation of bilingual exhibit labels. This is a highly collaborative internship that supports Science Center of Iowa’s (SCI) efforts to increase inclusion and accessibility for the Latino community. This internship offers hands-on experience in bilingual exhibit development, community-informed design, and museum-based graphic production.

Responsibilities

• Audit existing exhibit labels
• Write and edit copy for bilingual signage
• Design and implement bilingual exhibit labels
• Assist SCI with Latino Community Advisory Board sessions as related to graphics and label development
• Support communication with Latino community
• Provide informal Spanish/English translation support
• Help SCI develop culturally responsive practices as pertaining to grant work
• Provide additional support for ¡Ciencia Para Todos! as needed
• Provide excellent visitor experience
• Collaborate and communicate project progress
• Complete work in a timely manner to support project deadlines and budget requirements

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education, Experience and/or Other Requirements

Requirements:

• Spanish speaking (verbal proficiency required)
• Eagerness to collaborate with the local Latino community
• Design proficiency with Adobe Suite (Illustrator and InDesign, in particular; coursework or project experience both acceptable)
• Interest in culturally responsive design and community-informed practices
• Organized with the ability to work efficiently on several projects simultaneously
• Ability to work independently while also constructively contributing in a team environment
• Flexible in adapting to changing timelines and priorities
• Proactive; able to identify and improve product quality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work as part of a team, being flexible and dependable
• Creative, curious, innovative and a passionate learner
• Service-oriented; upholds Science Center of Iowa values and integrity
• Successfully pass a background check

Preferred:

• Portfolio submission included with application
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Hours & Work Schedule

Approximately 20 hours per week for three months at $15/hour. Hours offer some flexibility, though should be primarily scheduled Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Hours may vary based on business needs with some evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The role is active and requires prolonged standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. This position also will also have periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The employee must regularly lift and/or move items up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

To Apply

Email your resume and completed application materials to scihr@sciowa.org.

Classification: Seasonal, Part Time
Department: Communications
Reports To: Director of Marketing & Public Relations 

Position Overview

The IMLS Grant Communications Intern supports the ¡Ciencia Para Todos! grant by assessing, writing, editing, designing, and implementing bilingual visitor communications and signage throughout the Science Center of Iowa (SCI). This role centers on non-exhibit materials such as wayfinding, guest services messaging, program promotions, and other public-facing communications that shape the overall visitor experience.

This highly collaborative internship advances SCI’s commitment to inclusion and accessibility for the Latino community. The intern gains hands-on experience in bilingual communications strategy, community-informed design, and museum-based graphic production while helping create a more welcoming and accessible environment for all visitors.

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation, and perform other duties as assigned.

• Audit existing visitor communications and signage (non-exhibit) to assess clarity, accessibility, and bilingual consistency
• Write and edit copy for bilingual wayfinding, guest services messaging, program promotions, and other public-facing materials
• Design and implement bilingual visitor communications using established brand and graphic standards
• Support communication efforts with the Latino community
• Provide informal Spanish/English translation support
• Help SCI develop culturally responsive practices as pertaining to grant work
• Provide additional support for ¡Ciencia Para Todos! as needed
• Provide excellent visitor experience
• Collaborate and communicate project progress
• Complete work in a timely manner to support project deadlines and budget requirements

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education, Experience and/or Other Requirements

Requirements:

• Spanish speaking (verbal proficiency required)
• Eagerness to collaborate with the local Latino community
• Design proficiency with Adobe Suite (Illustrator and InDesign, in particular; coursework or project experience both acceptable)
• Interest in culturally responsive design and community-informed practices
• Organized with the ability to work efficiently on several projects simultaneously
• Ability to work with little supervision but work collaboratively with different team members
• Flexible in adapting to changing timelines and priorities
• Proactive; able to identify and improve product quality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work as part of a team, being flexible and dependable
• Creative, curious, innovative and a passionate learner
• Service-oriented; upholds Science Center of Iowa values and integrity
• Successfully pass a background check

Preferred:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; attention to detail
• NOTE: This internship does NOT require prior knowledge of or coursework in science-related fields.
• Portfolio submission included with application
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Hours & Work Schedule

Approximately 20 hours per week for three months at $15/hour. Hours offer some flexibility, though should be primarily scheduled Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Hours may vary based on business needs with some evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The role is active and requires prolonged standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. This position also will also have periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The employee must regularly lift and/or move items up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

To Apply

Email your resume and completed application materials to scihr@sciowa.org.

Classification: Seasonal, Part Time
Department: Science Learning
Reports To: Director of Exhibits 

Position Overview

The Community Intern supports the ¡Ciencia Para Todos! grant by strengthening the Science Center of Iowa’s (SCI) connection with the Latino community and supporting the development of bilingual, culturally responsive experiences. This role serves as a bridge between SCI’s staff and the Latino Community Advisory Board, supports on-floor and outreach education, assists with prototyping bilingual signage, and contributes to evaluation and assessment efforts. This is a highly collaborative, community-centered position.

Responsibilities

• Assist SCI with planning, preparation, coordination, and execution of Latino Community Advisory Board sessions
• Support community nights at SCI by conducting assessments and providing educational opportunities
• Provide outreach to communities that historically have experienced barriers to STEM access in coordination with SCI staff
• Support communication with the Latino community
• Develop and implement evaluations and relay community feedback
• Provide informal Spanish/English translation support
• Help SCI develop culturally responsive practices as pertaining to grant work
• Support the bilingual graphic design process
• Provide additional support for ¡Ciencia Para Todos! as needed.
• Provide an excellent visitor experience
• Collaborate and communicate project progress
• Complete work in a timely manner to support project deadlines and budget requirements

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education, Experience and/or Other Requirements

Requirements:

• Spanish speaking (verbal proficiency required)
• Eagerness to collaborate with the local Latino community
• A desire to learn about various cultures
• Organized with the ability to work efficiently on several projects simultaneously
• Ability to work independently while also constructively contributing in a team environment
• Flexible in adapting to changing timelines and priorities
• Proactive; able to identify and improve product quality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work as part of a team, being flexible and dependable
• Creative, curious, innovative and a passionate learner
• Service-oriented; upholds Science Center of Iowa values and integrity
• Successfully pass a background check

Preferred:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Some experience with Adobe Suite or a willingness to learn.

Hours & Work Schedule

Approximately 20 hours per week for three months at $15/hour. Hours offer some flexibility, though should be primarily scheduled Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Hours may vary based on business needs with some evenings, weekends, and holidays possibly required.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The role is active and requires prolonged standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. This position will also have periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The employee must regularly lift and/or move items up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

To Apply

Email your resume and completed application materials to scihr@sciowa.org.

Classification: Non-Exempt
Department: Seasonal – Guided Learning
Reports To: Guided Learning Manager

Position Overview

The Camp Educator position is responsible for implementing camp curriculum with exciting, hands-on activities around selected science topics in a fun and safe learning environment.  A focus of this position will be providing daily supervision and mentoring of up to 25 children ranging from 4-14 years old.

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation, and perform other duties as assigned.

• Implement activity-based curriculum to facilitate inquiry based learning on a variety of science themes and concepts
• Present, teach and facilitate hands-on activities in a classroom setting
• Implement behavior management and time management skills in a classroom setting
• Create a supply list and daily schedule
• Follow the daily schedule in a timely manner
• Prepare, clean and maintain classroom for daily use
• Engages students and staff in a fun yet mature and professional manner
• Please note this job description does not contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job; duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.

Education, Experience and/or Other Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma
• College coursework in Education or Science related fields
• General knowledge of, or interest in, science and education
• Comfortable with public speaking to children, parents, mentors and supervisors
• Demonstrates excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Organized self-starter
• Ability to work independently while also constructively contributing in a team environment
• Trustworthy and of high integrity, showing high respect for confidential information
• Valid Driver’s License
• Successfully pass a background check

Preferred

• Previous experience working with youth and parents
• Enthusiastic, energetic, hardworking, flexible, creative and timely
• Ability to acquire a Noncommercial Chauffeur’s License (Class D- Endorsement 3 in Iowa)

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position is primarily focused on time with children and will require prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the program space. The employee will also need to sit and stand on the floor throughout the day, and bend, kneel, stoop, crawl and crouch to be at eye level with children. The employee may be required to regularly lift and/or move items up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

Hours & Work Schedule

Hours will vary based on business needs and may include weekends, some evenings and holidays. Primarily a Monday through Friday schedule.

To Apply

Email your resume and completed application materials to scihr@sciowa.org.