Environmental Education Ambassador

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The Environmental Education Specialist supports the Environmental Education Department through all aspects of environmental education programming, including discovery, learning, and advocacy. Performance of this position will comply with the mission, values, and goals of the department by inspiring environmental and conservation awareness, connection, and stewardship.

Description of Position:

• Develops lesson plans, preps, and teaches all assigned environmental education programs at the wildlife center, including discovery, learning, and messaging with the main focus being reserved group programs and Conservation Investigations visitor experiences.
• Provides unique, interactive, and environmental education experiences for program participants and visitors.
• Ensures participants' safety through practicing professional classroom, camp, tour, informal programming, and nature exploration management; enforcing all policies; maintaining order at all times.
• Assists with the coordination and supervision of volunteers, interns, and seasonal/part-time staff.
• Assists with the training of staff, volunteers, and interns on assigned programming.
• Oversees the care and use of all assigned programming equipment/supplies and facilities, including cleaning and maintaining facilities.
• Utilizes the Point of Sales System accurately and follows all procedures for reserving programs and contacting participants.
• Works cooperatively with other departments.
• Adjusts work schedule as needed to accommodate any programming times that are outside the typical assigned work schedule.
• Provides excellent customer service to visitors, program participants, and staff.
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with personnel from outside organizations and facilities.
• Stays current with information and skills pertaining to education, the environment, animals, and any other field pertinent to this position.
• Assists with events, promotional activities, etc. as needed.
• Helps to ensure that the Environmental Education Department functions smoothly and productively; tasks include, but are not limited to, preparing, organizing, cleaning, and maintaining equipment, facilities, and supplies.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, biology, zoology, environmental science, or a related field from college or university required.
• One to three years related experience working in an interpretive education setting.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Familiarity with a variety of teaching methods and knowledge of age-appropriate cognitive and physical abilities.
• Experience in interpretive education, including program development and implementation.
• Working knowledge of wildlife, conservation, and principles of education.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work with both adult and teen volunteers, as well as, interns.
• Experience in public speaking and creative thinking.
• Familiar with word processing programs, databases, and internet search engines.
• Capable of self-motivating and working without direct supervision.

Benefits

As a non-profit organization, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Others

The Fossil Rim Wildlife Center is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Please submit your resume and cover letter today.