Position Description:

The Education Outreach Coordinator (EOC) will develop, implement and evaluate school and public programs.  In our two target counties, the vast majority of schools are designated Title 1, with many unable to afford outreach programming.  The EOC will work to expand our Adopt-a-School program, which pairs local business sponsors with local schools, so that we can deliver hands-on, live animal programs to those schools at no cost.  The EOC will also work to continue development and growth of the pollinator program initiated by our previous members. This program aims to engage the public in pollinator conservation (using monarch butterflies as a target species) through participation in hands-on activities and citizen science. Programming is currently delivered to elementary school students, local libraries, our Hispanic community, and REACH center for domestic violence; the EOC will have the opportunity to discover new partnerships to expand the reach of this program.

The EOC will also develop and deliver public programs and/or special events that are new to the Trust. This will include development of a program that aims to reach our high school student population, by way of a field biology based internship. Programs will prioritize getting members of our underserved population outdoors and developing and nurturing environmental conservation values.  New programs will depend on the skills/interest of the member and priorities of the Trust. The EOC will also be responsible for building/evolving partnerships with local community and nature based organizations. This position is unique in that the member will be trained to handle, and even train animals (birds of prey, native reptiles, opossum).

Qualifications:

  -  A minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university related to this position or equivalent experience; certified North Carolina Environmental Educator (or equivalent) a plus

-  Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver fun, creative and entertaining environmental education programs for students of all ages is essential

-  Demonstrated ability to handle and care for a variety of live animals that includes, but may not be limited to: birds of prey, snakes, turtles, and an opossum (or enthusiastic willingness to learn)

- Cursory knowledge of citizen science and enthusiasm for pollinator conservation (knowledge of native pollinators including ecology, conservation and identification are a plus)

-  Experience in event planning and business sponsorship solicitation (or enthusiastic wiliness to learn)

-  Background in volunteer coordination desired, but not essential

-  Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively, creatively and effectively with people of all ethnic, socio-economic, lifestyle and cultural backgrounds

-  Demonstrated computer abilities in Microsoft Office suite, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint; webpage and social media background a plus

-  Above average level of physical fitness and ability; must have proof of current tetanus prophylaxis

-  Must be at least 18 years of age, be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States; Must have a legal driver’s license and consent to a criminal history check