Robotics Project and Outreach Specialist

Robotics Project and Outreach Specialist

This role is planned for an average of 20 hours a week. However, some weeks will require less hours, while others require more. Due to some evening or weekend events, the day to day schedule is flexible.

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Robotics Project and Outreach Specialist

Position Class Type

Position Class Type Regular

Position Type

Position Type Professional

Other Position Information

About Kettering:
Kettering University is a national leader in experiential STEM and business education, integrating an intense academic curriculum with applied professional experience. We inspire students to realize their potential and advance their ideas by combining theory and practice better than any institution in the world. Kettering University is dedicated to achieving the extraordinary through technological innovation, leadership, and service, built on values that foster respect, integrity, creativity, collaboration, and excellence in growth, global leadership, community outreach, and an engaged community of stakeholders.
Benefits: include health, dental and vision coverage; retirement benefits with up to a 9% Kettering matching contribution; life and accident insurance; tuition assistance and waiver programs; vacation and holiday pay; sick and disability pay; home purchase assistance program; recreation center membership; and many other benefits.
To learn more please view the Kettering University Profile.

Competitive robotics: FIRST , VEX and/or Drone robotics program experience

• Engineering or teaching experience
• Mechanical or machining experience
• Bachelor’s Degree

• Strong organization and planning skills
• Communication skills that demonstrate respect, clarity, and professionalism
• Experience teaching or mentoring others
• Experience with delivering effective presentations
• Comfortable interacting with high school and college age students
• Functional knowledge of the Microsoft 365 or Microsoft Office
• Ability to articulate and support the mission and values of Kettering University
• Possession of a valid driver’s license

Job Duties

Percent of total time

Percent of total time 20

Duties

Robotics and Drones Competition Coordination

• Post robotic/drone events in appropriate channels for approval
• Coordinate and execute the physical aspects related to robotic/drone competitions including preparation, set up, operation, and tear down of the events
• Secure volunteers to staff the events
• Acquire quotes for event rental needs: bleachers, pipe & drape, tables & chairs, AV system and reserve upon approval
• Communicate with campus dining regarding meals needed
• Communicate with facilities regarding: floor covering, power needs, and custodial needs
• Oversee and participate in field set up and tear down –
  Physical labor and some heavy lifting
• Ensure Kettering brand is displayed and adhered to for event
• Other duties as assigned

Percent of total time

Percent of total time 10

Duties

Robotics Center Facilities Use and Maintenance Coordination

• Robotics center room(s) use
• FIRST FRC Field use
• Machine shop & 3D Printers maintenance
• Machine shop training
• FRC mock field build
• Monitor the robotics center email alias
• Other duties as assigned

Percent of total time

Percent of total time 20

Duties

Robotics Pre-college Camp Instructor

• Prepare and lead robotics camps, as assigned
• Collaborate with director and staff to:
• Evaluate robotic camps: registration, revenue, and relevance
• Plan future camp schedule: topics, dates and max registration
• Forecast expenses and supply needs for future camps
• Other duties as assigned

Percent of total time

Percent of total time 10

Duties

Robotic Pipeline Recruiting

• KURN robotics club (robot in three day team) advisor
• Presentations, demonstrations, and/or workshops
• Primaril…