Title:                                  Wildlife Education Assistant

FLSA Status:                   Full Time/Temporary/Non-Exempt Position

Reports to:                      Nebraska Wildlife Education Coordinator

Location:                          Scottsbluff, NE

Salary:                               $10 per hour, shared housing provided

Duration:                         August 6- December 21, 2018 (5.5 months)

About the Organization:

Bird Conservancy of the Rockies conserves birds and their habitats through an integrated approach of science, education and stewardship. Our work extends from the Rockies to the Great Plains, Mexico and beyond. Our mission is advanced through sound science, achieved through empowering people, realized through stewardship and sustained through cross-border collaborations. We monitor and identify population trends, research habitat needs, engage landowners and managers in wildlife and habitat stewardship, and inspire audiences of all ages to be better stewards of the land. Together, we are improving native bird populations, the land, and the lives of people. Learn more about our work and programs at our website: www.birdconservancy.org

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

OVERVIEW

Bird Conservancy, in partnership with Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, has formed a unique partnership. This partnership has outlined conservation and educational activities and actions that will inform and educate students, teachers, landowners, and resource professionals about the shortgrass prairie and ponderosa pine ecosystems of western Nebraska.  We work with a diversity of partners including state, federal, other non-profits, and private landowners. We are looking for a motivated, dynamic education assistant who will bring wildlife conservation topics to a variety of audiences.

Duties of the Wildlife Education Assistant include, but are not limited to:

Assisting with implementation of educational programs including classroom presentations for all ages, field trips, outreach events, after school programs, citizen science events, and partner events.
Assisting in facilitating field trips at two different bird banding stations
Assisting with development/expansion of educational programs and materials.
Be responsible for organizing registrations, program and inventory data.
Assisting with general educational project day to day operations.
Dissemination of Bird Conservancy/NGPC’s conservation messages.  
Coordinating with partners on education projects as needed.
Organizing education schedule as needed.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Undergraduate degree in environmental education or environmental studies, with an emphasis in education, environmental science, ornithology, wildlife/ecosystem conservation, or related fields.  Preference will be given to an applicant with previous environmental education experience. A background in shortgrass prairie wildlife ecology and birds preferred
Public speaking skills and the ability to work with people of all ages
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate through multiple media (print, TV, radio, Internet, public events, etc.)
Experience and demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Adobe, and Microsoft Publisher
Experience teaching and working with elementary students in a formal or informal setting
Responsible, creative, relational, enthusiastic, flexible, self-motivated and resourceful team player
The ability to multi-task, prioritize and display excellent time management skills
The ability to carry out duties and directives independently under limited supervision
A valid U.S. driver’s license and personal transportation. Must be willing to travel to program sites in western Nebraska. NGPC vehicle provided but some use of personal vehicle may be required
Ability to lift 40 lbs, stand and walk for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate (speak, read, write) in Spanish a plus (but not required)