STEM Outreach and Events Coordinator – ONR Support
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Job Description
STEM outreach coordinator supporting Office of Naval Research programs. Planning events and connecting students with Naval STEM education and internships.
Responsibilities:
- Represent Naval STEM programs at career fairs, conferences, student competitions, family STEM events, naval air shows, and other outreach activities
- Engage students, families, educators, and community organizations about Department of the Navy STEM education and internship opportunities
- Communicate information about SEAP, NREIP, SMART, NDSEG, and other Naval STEM initiatives
- Plan and coordinate event logistics, including registration, schedules, staffing, shipping, venues, booths, equipment, and outreach materials
- Support event setup, booth organization, attendee engagement, material distribution, breakdown, and post-event activities
- Coordinate with ONR personnel, naval laboratories and warfare centers, educational institutions, event organizers, vendors, and other stakeholders
- Order, track, ship, receive, inventory, and distribute program materials and supplies
- Maintain event schedules, action-item trackers, contact lists, inventories, and program records
- Collect and report event participation data, outcomes, lessons learned, and follow-up actions
- Draft and edit outreach materials, event communications, presentations, social media content, and messages
- Support social media and digital communications promoting Naval STEM programs and events
- Use Microsoft 365 applications to support planning, reporting, tracking, and team collaboration
- Travel to approximately 10–20 events annually, including occasional multi-day, evening, or weekend events
Requirements:
- U.S. citizenship
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, event management, public relations, education, or a related field
- At least three years of relevant experience in outreach, community engagement, customer service, event coordination, or a related field
- Recent experience planning or supporting in-person events, including event setup and on-site logistics
- Willingness and ability to travel to approximately 10–20 events per year
- Ability to interact professionally and confidently with students, families, educators, government personnel, and community partners
- Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple deadlines, shipments, stakeholders, and event requirements
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and resolve routine logistical or attendee issues in fast-paced, public-facing event environments
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint Online, Teams, and Excel
- Current SECRET clearance or ability to obtain and maintain the required clearance within the timeframe established for the position
Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance and term life insurance
- 401(K) with safe harbor contribution
- Paid time off and 11 paid holidays
- Tuition and career development assistance
- Voluntary benefits
- Opportunities to learn new skills, obtain certifications, attend industry events, and participate in team activities
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