[ES_JOBS_NET] Fwd: EarthScope Consortium - Engagement Manager

[Hastings, Meredith]

Hi.  Here is an open position that focuses on engaging the science
community in the activities of the EarthScope geophysical facility.  It
includes oversight of their internship and training programs.


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*From: *Kristine Zentmeyer <kris.zentmeyer at earthscope.org>
*Subject: **[jobs-earthscope] EarthScope Consortium - Engagement Manager -
External Posting*
*Date: *February 6, 2026 at 11:26:26 AM EST
*To: *Jobs Announcements <jobs at earthscope.org>,
EarthScope-general at earthscope.org
*Reply-To: *kris.zentmeyer at earthscope.org



*EarthScope Consortium External Posting Engagement Manager *


*Please read all the requirements listed below. *
**YOU MUST INCLUDE A COVER LETTER ALONG WITH YOUR RESUME. Applications that
do NOT include a Cover Letter will not be considered.*
** *This post will be taken down once we have received the first 100
qualified applications.*
*** EarthScope Consortium Inc. is *not able to sponsor applicants *for work
authorization within the United States.
**** If you apply with INDEED, it will not allow you to attach your Cover
Letter.  You can email your cover letter document to
employment at earthscope.org




*Job Title: *Engagement Manager
*Reports to: *VP, Engagement
*Employment/FLSA Status: *Full-Time/Exempt
*Remote Eligible: *Yes, National, United States
*Travel Requirements:* Up to 20%
*Salary Range: *$130,000 - $150,000 (depending on experience, skills, and
qualifications relative to the job requirements)
*Benefits and Perks: *

   - Comprehensive Medical Plan Covering Medical, Dental, Vision


   - Short Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage


   - 403(b) Plan with Company Match


   - Life Insurance


   - PTO, Paid Holidays



*Position Summary*

An Engagement Manager is responsible for managing budgets, staff,
activities, and projects of the Engagement portfolio of business. This
position is considered a member of the Engagement leadership team and is
responsible for ensuring that their portfolio of work is completed on time
and within budget.

*Details of Responsibilities*

*General Essential Job Duties:*

*Substantially contribute to:*

   - The Engagement leadership team, interacting with the other members of
   the team to help set priorities, resolve issues, recommend new development
   projects, manage risk, and manage change.


   - Interacting regularly with the Consortium’s community.


   - Identifying and developing new funding opportunities.


   - Developing projects and budget related documentation for delivery to
   the NSF, Board of Directors, Advisory Committees, etc. This includes ad hoc
   reports on the performance and trends of projects or functions managed as
   well as providing relevant metrics for quarterly and annual reports.


   - Preparing annual and multi-year program plans and resource needs
   (staff, consultants, and budget requirements) for their activities and
   projects.



*Take lead or major role in:*

   - Managing Engagement resources (staff and infrastructure) in an
   efficient and effective manner.


   - Collaborating as a company and community-wide subject matter expert.


   - Establishing and enforcing relevant procedures that align with
   operating standards and mission.


   - Arranging for and implementing formal and informal training (including
   technical, professional development and internal training) to ensure staff
   understand and actively support policies and procedures.


   - Other duties may be assigned as necessary for the successful operation
   of the business.



*Leadership and Supervisory Responsibilities:*

   - This position has supervisory responsibility for the staff members who
   are direct reports.


   - This position may oversee projects with contributions from staff who
   are not direct reports.


   - Manage staff by recruiting, training and coaching employees,
   communicating job expectations and appraising their performance.


   - Lead long-term project teams, including coordination with stakeholders
   and assignment of tasks to team members.


   - Interact effectively and efficiently with EarthScope staff, community
   and partnering organizations.


   - Foster a professional culture through the use of strong interpersonal
   skills, verbal and written communications.


   - Communicate clearly and effectively with other team members to ensure
   tasks are completed on time and with best practices.


   - Take an active role in promoting and fostering a respectful work
   environment.



*Qualifications*

 *Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:*

   - PhD degree in geoscience, computer science, physical science,
   engineering, education, or related field AND six (6) years of relevant
   experience of which four (4) years include work as a manager.

*OR*

   - Master’s degree in geoscience, computer science, physical science,
   engineering, education, or related field AND seven (7) years of relevant
   experience of which five (5) years include work as a manager or seven (7)
   years of relevant experience of which three (3) years include work as a
   manager and certification from a recognized leadership or management
   program.

*OR*

   - Bachelor’s degree in geoscience, computer science, physical science,
   engineering, education, or related field AND eight (8) years of relevant
   experience of which six (6) years include work as a manager or six (6)
   years of relevant experience of which four (4) years include work as a
   manager and certification from a recognized leadership or management
   program.

*OR*

   - Ten (10) years of relevant experience of which eight (8) years include
   work as a manager.



*Preferred Skills:*

   - An understanding of earth sciences, earth science data, and the earth
   science community.



*Assignment-specific Position Summary*

Positions in Engagement will include job specific addenda that specify
assignment-specific duties, knowledge, skills and abilities pertinent to
the position. This is in addition to the general position description
requirements associated with the job title.


*Assignment-specific Essential Duties:*

   - Oversee programs that provide experiences for developing geoscience
   skills: Internship programs, “Field Schools,” program alumni networks.


   - Ensure assigned programs align with EarthScope Strategic Goals and NSF
   NGF priorities.


   - Actively monitor the budget related to assigned program activities and
   make recommended adjustments to the VP.


   - Directly supervise and coach staff involved in developing and
   executing programming to enhance geoscience learning and skills.


   - Attend Engagement Activities Advisory Committee (EAAC) meetings when
   assigned by the VP.


   - Manage oversight of contracts related to assigned program activities.


   - Other duties may be assigned as necessary for the successful operation
   of the business.



*Assignment-specific Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:*

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform
each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability for the position:

   - Experience developing and leading geoscience learning and training
   experiences


   - Ability to navigate and resolve interpersonal conflict


   - Ability to manage competing priorities







*Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:*

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform
each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability for the position:

   - Ability to lead staff in accomplishing identified goals.


   - Determined, self-motivated, logical, energetic, and with a keen
   interest in learning.


   - Capable of working independently with little supervision.


   - Excellent writing and presentation skills.


   - Strategic outlook and ability to see the bigger picture
   and conceive creative ideas to help grow programs.


   - Ability to lead by motivating, developing, and directing people as
   they work. Build talent within and serve as a mentor to staff.



Experience with:

   - Solving complex problems, evaluating options, and implementing
   creative and innovative solutions


   - Project management


   - Budgeting and forecasting best practices


   - Statements of work, proposal writing, and basic business practices



*Other Requirements:*

   - Appropriate availability consistent with EarthScope established
   practices and norms; hours may exceed 40 hours per week, particularly when
   traveling.

*Environment*

*Physical Setting and Requirements:*

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.


*PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:*

   - Frequently required to sit


   - Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity


   - Frequently required to talk or hear


   - While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work
   environment is usually quiet


   - The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds


   - Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision
   and the ability to adjust focus.


   - Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used: Ability to see
   computer screen with detailed screen menu in low lighting conditions.



*Acknowledgment* This job description is designed to provide a general
overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive
listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that will be
required. The EarthScope Consortium reserves the right to add to, remove or
modify this job description at any time. This includes the right to assign
or reassign duties and responsibilities as needed. The EarthScope
Consortium also reserves the right to release or eliminate this position at
any time.
*Equal Opportunity*
*It is the policy of EarthScope Consortium not to discriminate against any
applicant for employment, or any employee based on the criteria outlined in
Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.*


*Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.*


*EarthScope’s Mission*: EarthScope Consortium is a consortium dedicated to
supporting transformative global geophysical research and education.

*To Apply*:  Applicants may apply by going to the EarthScope Consortium
Career Center: *https://www.earthscope.org/careers/*
<https://www.earthscope.org/careers/>

*Applicants MUST be authorized to work permanently in the United States.   *


*EarthScope Consortium participates in E-Verify.*

*It is the policy of EarthScope Consortium not to discriminate against any
applicant for employment, or any employee based on the criteria outlined in
Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.*

Kris Zentmeyer, PHR
Recruiter | Generalist II
EarthScope Consortium
kris.zentmeyer at earthscope.org
https://www.earthscope.org
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