Overview

Part-time College STEM Liaison; Grant-funded Jobs in Winter Haven, USA at Polk State College

Position: Part-time College STEM Liaison (Grant-funded)
Salary: $15.00 – $17.00 Hourly
Location : Lakeland
Job Type: Part-Time/Temporary
Job Number:
Org: Academic Affairs Dean – Lakeland
Opening Date: 01/13/2026

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Description

This is a part-time career position that reports directly to the Principal Investigator. It involves coordinating STEM club activities, assisting in STEM student recruitment, providing logistical support to faculty mentors, and collecting data for the project.
Essential Functions/Duties

  • Assists with the establishment of the STEM Club.
  • Recruits STEM students for the ASSET project.
  • Maintains records of all STEM Club activities.
  • Provides logistical support to collaborating faculty.
  • Builds community and maintains program sustainability.

Typical Qualifications
Required Skills:

  • Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
  • Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and basic data entry systems.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with students, faculty, and external partners.
  • Ability to collect, organize, and maintain accurate records and reports.
  • Problem-solving skills and sound judgment in handling routine and confidential matters.

Working conditions:

  • Travel will be required
    -day travel between Polk State College campuses but may require out-of-county travel as well.

Salary and Benefits Information

  • This position is a level C15.

Required Education:

  • An associate’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university is required.

Required Experience:

  • Demonstrated organizational experience required.

Preferred Experience:

    Supplemental Information

    Submissions that do not include all parts of the following required information will not be considered:

    • an electronic job application (all sections MUST be completed).

    Important Information

    • If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
    • Polk State College participates in E-Verify. Candidates must provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States. Polk State College does not provide visa sponsorship.
    • To request Veteran’s Preference, please be sure to upload all necessary documents (DD-214, etc.) to your application.
    • Polk State College is a drug-free workplace.
    • Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation is considered on a case-by-case basis.
    • Reference checks, successful completion of a background check, and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.
    • Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.

    Equal Opportunity Statement

    Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs, activities, or employment. For information about the College’s equal access and equal opportunity policies and procedures, or to file a complaint, please contact:
    Title IX Coordinator

    3425 Winter Lake Road

    Lakeland, FL 33803

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                Title: Part-time College STEM Liaison; Grant-funded

                Company: Polk State College

                Location: Winter Haven, USA

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