NARST

Director

• Oversee the portfolio of competitions NSTA administers through both public and private partnerships in coordination with the Sr. Director of Competitions
• Responsible for the strategic leadership, operational management, and continuous improvement of multiple STEM-based competitions and enrichment programs
• Oversee the full competition lifecycle—from program design and registration through judging, awards, and post-event evaluation
• Monitor operation performance and ensure consistent standards and responsiveness across all competition programs
• Implement systems and tools that improve efficiency, automation, and cross-team coordination
• Ensure tactical teams are aligned with branding, compliance, data reporting, and sponsor requirements
• Serve as the primary liaison between competition staff and internal departments such as marketing, technology, finance, and development

Director of Competitions

Project Manager

• Provide administrative and operational support for the JSHS and ExploraVision competitions.
• Support the execution of day-to-day program activities to ensure timelines and deliverables are met.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date program documentation, files, and records.
• Respond to participant and stakeholder inquiries in a timely, professional manner; escalate complex issues as needed.
• Process administrative documentation, including W-9s, invoices, travel vouchers, and payment requests, in accordance with organizational procedures.
• Support tracking of program expenses and maintain accurate records for reporting and internal review.
• Prepare and organize documentation to support accounts payable processing.
• Maintain and update program databases and participant records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Manage registration systems, monitor data quality, and resolve discrepancies in coordination with project managers.
• Track stakeholder and participant data to support program metrics, reporting, and analysis.
• Assist in preparing sponsor and internal reports by compiling and organizing program data.
• Coordinate the processing and distribution of student awards and scholarships.
• Support the ordering, tracking, and shipment of program materials and supplies to regional and national sites.
• Assist in the planning and on-site execution of national competition events.
• Coordinate routine communications with program participants, volunteers, and stakeholders.
• Support updates to program websites, databases, and online platforms.
• Collaborate with marketing staff to provide program updates and content as needed.
• Assist Project Managers with special projects and program initiatives.
• Identify operational challenges and communicate recommendations for resolution to project managers.

Director of Competitions

Senior Project Coordinator