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Under the direction of the Park Manager, the Environmental Educator 2 will be responsible for the listed duties and responsibilities at Moreau Lake State Park.
Job Responsibility:
Develops, conducts and evaluates the effectiveness of environmental education and recreational programming for the public which includes leading hands-on and interpretive programs, guided walks, presentations and special events
Maintains effective communication with Park Management, operations, and maintenance staff regarding pertinent operational needs and information related to programming
Maintains existing Park partnerships with interest groups and fosters new partnerships by collaborating on projects and initiatives, managing effective communication, and ensuring partnerships’ success
Oversees recruitment, training, scheduling and supervision of volunteers to ensure they effectively support the organization’s goals
Develops programming for schools, teachers, and social groups by assessing needs, developing plans and educational goals, and coordinating field trips for schools and summer camps
Acts as the liaison to the Friends of Moreau Lake to coordinate projects, volunteer opportunities, events and programming. Attend monthly members meeting
Trains staff in Nature Center operations and live exhibitory care
procure necessary supplies for operations
Schedules education and Nature Center staff to ensure operational needs are met
Creates budget requests for programming supplies, presenters, and events
Assists Park Management in administering the special events permitting process
Creates promotional material for social media outlets to advance public outreach
Facilitates employee enrichment by providing job-related seminars, trainings and certificate programs for lower-level staff
Ensures accurate attendance records are kept for daily programming, events and Nature Center visitors
Supervises, trains and evaluates staff on programming and provides annually mandated trainings
Supervises lower-level operations and maintenance staff in the absence of park management
Requirements:
Four years of experience in environmental conservation in a professional or technical capacity or professional teaching of environmental education and two years of experience teaching about or interpreting the natural world
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment
The incumbent will be required to acquire and maintain a Federal Fish and Wildlife Services Special Purpose Permit for Live and Dead Migratory Birds
The incumbent will be required to acquire and maintain ACA kayak guide certification
Must be willing to work outdoors year-round and in all weather conditions
Must have excellent communication skills and be willing and able to speak publicly to diverse audiences
Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds continuously and 100 pounds occasionally in the performance of duties
Must have experience in or demonstrate a willingness to learn the following programs: Facebook, Instagram, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office (specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams)
The incumbent will be required to obtain certifications of Red Cross certification in First Aid and CPR/AED during their probation if they do not already possess these certifications at the time of appointment and must maintain as a term and condition of employment
The incumbent must be available to work daytime, evening, weekends, and holidays as necessary
Must possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently, as well as with others
What we offer:
Paid Time Off: PEF: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays
PEF: Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
Health Care Benefits: Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits: New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
NYS Deferred Compensation
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds