Program Specialist II

Organization

University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR)

Job Posted

May 9, 2026

Job status

Open

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Website

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Deadline to Apply

Location

3090 Center Green Drive, Boulder, CO 80301
Boulder, CO
United States
If you thrive on teamwork, love organizing projects, and want your work to make a difference, this is your opportunity! As a Program Specialist II in Boulder, CO, you’ll join a collaborative team dedicated to connecting audiences with Earth system science. Enjoy a dynamic work environment, professional development opportunities, generous benefits, and the flexibility of in-person or hybrid work.

Summary

The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is excited to announce the job opening for a Science Education Program Specialist II. The UCAR Center for Science Education (UCAR SciEd) connects students, educators, and the public with cutting-edge Earth system science at UCAR, the National Science Foundation National Center for Atmospheric Research (NSF NCAR), and UCAR member universities. As a Program Specialist II, you'll play a central role in bringing that mission to life — coordinating programs, events, and workshops; developing and disseminating educational resources; and supporting science exhibits and public programming at the NSF NCAR Mesa Lab.

We're looking for someone with strong project coordination skills, excellent writing and communication abilities, and a collaborative, organized approach to supporting science education work.

The deadline to apply is May 22. You can learn more about the position and the application process through the UCAR Workday job posting. 

If you're passionate about science education and want your work to reach learners of all ages, we encourage you to apply!

Compensation Information

This is a hybrid role based in Boulder, CO (3 days in-person), paying $34.65 to $43.32/hr. It's a term position through September 30, 2026, with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance.