Public Programs and Education Manager
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Deadline to Apply:
Monday, March 11, 2019, 3:00pm
Organization:
Address:
Dallas, TX
United StatesWebsite:
Audubon WebsiteJob Category:
Job
Job Type:
Full-time
Overview:
Essential Functions:
Design and implement programmatic themes and details:
- develop strong conservation programming relevant to destinations.
- develop partnerships with experts in travel destinations.
- seek out and coordinate service learning opportunities.
- reserve opportunities for outdoor exploration (e.g. hiking, kayaking, birding, rock climbing, paddling).
- Manage and facilitate kayaking programs, scout badge programs, and other public programming.
- Manage and plan logistical aspects of travel: coordinate transportation, reserve campsites, design meal plans, maintain travel budget.
- Evaluate and report metrics including revenue and students served.
- Market and recruit groups to participate in the public programs. Set-up meetings with local schools and other communities, design promotional material, attend community events/outreach.
- Assist with daily programs including teaching and preparing materials/equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in education, science, or related field.
- Minimum of three years’ experience teaching environmental programs. Experience travelling with students preferred.
- Must demonstrate excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, self-confidence and resilience.
- Must be self-motivated, innovative, and proactive: a strong self-starter.
- Must demonstrate excellent organizational skills and demonstrate careful and efficient use of work time.
- Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, website updating, and social media.
- Must be able to work independently, but also thrive in a team environment.
- Previous experience teaching diverse audiences is required. Must have a demonstrated interest in nature and children.
- Experience and confidence teaching outdoor skills including: kayaking/canoeing, hiking, and camping.
- Prior experience with kayak instruction, swiftwater rescue technician, wilderness first aid certification, and National Association for Interpretation certificiation is preferred.
- Experience driving a 15 passenger van with a trailer in tow is a plus.
- Experience working in a nature center, zoo, aquarium, museum, or park a plus.
- Flexibility with schedule including weekends, weekdays, holidays, and evenings required.
- Much of our work is outdoors and requires physical fitness. Must be able to withstand heat and cold and perform physical duties such as lifting, reaching, pulling/pushing, outfitting outdoor adventures, hiking, camping, etc. with or without accommodation.
- CDL preferred.
- Ability to obtain certain certifications upon hire - relevant to the job.
Job Duration:
Permanent
Job Compensation:
Salary