Education Business Operations Specialist

Houston, TX 77058, USA

Space Center Houstonisaspaceexplorationlearningdestinationdedicatedtorevealinghow  science and humanity power space exploration through meaningful, moving experiences about people and the courage, innovation, and teamwork they use to expand the boundaries of what's possible.

Weinspireguestsofallagestoconnectwiththesignificanceofspaceexplorationas incrediblefeatsofhumanspaceflightcontinuetobringjoyandwondertotheworld.

Ownedand operatedbythenonprofit

Manned Space Flight Education Foundation ,wearethe

Official Visitor Centerof NASA Johnson Space Centeranda Smithsonian affiliate .

The Education Business Operations Specialist is responsible for managing education budgets, purchasing, pricing, agreement sponsorship and grant fulfillment. Responsible for Research program business agreement management and fulfillment.

Major Responsibilities:

• Financial liaison with Finance, Development, Sponsorship and Business Development departments ensuring proper utilization of funding and fulfillment.
• Manage the financial implementation of emerging partnerships and business relationships specifically focused on Education and Research Programs.
• Compile and analyze financial data for Education and Research programs
• Oversee all purchasing and budget compliance for department
• Conducting cost analysis for programs, building the pricing models, and overseeing the approval process with Finance.
• Work closely with Directors and VP with budget development, implementation, and reporting.
• Manage contracts - ensuring proper organizational approval and fulfillment.
• Work closely with Chief Science Officer and VP on development and implementation of our Road Map for Science and Research integration.
• Work collaboratively with external partners and SCH staff in the development and support of space flight research and education opportunities
• Act as Project Manager for special projects within Education and Research.
• Provide support as needed for special events, including educational conferences, professional development and programs for children and youth.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Education, or related field preferred
• Three years’ experience in business, education, or project management
• Previous experience in an education related environment preferred
• Experience or related education in international business or education environments
• Computer skills using Microsoft Office Products with the ability to learn new programs/systems
• Passion for space exploration
• Must be reliable and able to work with limited supervision
• Versatile team player
• Demonstrated understanding of space flight mission processes
• Strong knowledge of NASA and commercial space missions, math, and science fundamentals preferred.
• Knowledge of NASA education objectives and priorities preferred.
• A passion for space exploration.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, written, and listening skills with the ability to provide exceptional customer service.
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading ability.
• Computer literacy with highly advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office
  365 especially Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of robotics, programming software, and willingness to learn new technologies to provide students with the most real world and relevant learning experiences.
• The ability to juggle and prioritize simultaneous assignments in a demanding environment.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating social skills, confidentiality, sensitivity, and professionalism.
• Must have the ability to interact with clients and represent the company in a professional manner.
• Must be dependable and able to work with limited supervision.
• Available to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends as needed.