Planetarium Manager at East Texas A&M University in Commerce, TX

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Job Title Planetarium Manager Agency East Texas A&M University Department Planetarium Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Commerce, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process the “My Experience ” page has a section provided “ Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.) ” to upload required documents. Use the Upload button to add each document. You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB. All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document, instead please email HR for help. Please provide the following documents : Cover Letter Resume/CV Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered). Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer). If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator. If you need assistance, please contact us at HR.Hiring@tamuc.edu A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee. In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate. SUMMARY: Under general direction, manages the day-to-day operations of the planetarium and assists with observatory operations. Develops, schedules, and presents educational programming; supports public outreach initiatives; maintains specialized planetarium and observatory equipment; oversees administrative functions; and supervises student employees. Assists the Planetarium Director in planning, coordinating, and implementing planetarium and observatory programs that support the educational, outreach, and service missions of the university. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Manages daily operations of the planetarium, ensuring effective delivery of educational, public, and special event programming. Produces, schedules, coordinates, and presents planetarium shows and related educational programs for university, K-12, and community audiences. Writes, develops, and directs original and packaged planetarium presentations and digital content. Assists with the operation and maintenance of the observatory, including support of public observing events and astronomy outreach activities. Provides technical support in the installation, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of planetarium, observatory, audiovisual, computer, and related equipment. Performs preventative maintenance and basic repair of projection, lighting, sound, computer, and other specialized instructional technologies. Develops and distributes publicity, marketing, and promotional materials for planetarium and observatory programs and events. Coordinates event scheduling and maintains operational records, attendance data, budgets, inventories, and related reports. Assists with budget tracking, account reconciliation,