Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting with implementation and coordination of educational programs, including classroom presentations, field trips, outreach events, after school programs, citizen science events, and partner events.
• Assisting with development/expansion of educational programs and materials.
• Be responsible for organizing registrations and program and inventory data.
• Assisting with general educational project day-to-day operations.
• Assisting with development of reports for various projects and grants.      
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required (unless otherwise noted):

• Bachelor’s degree in natural resources, life sciences, environmental interpretation, or education (or equivalent experience).  Preference will be given to applicants with prior environmental education experience. Background in shortgrass prairie wildlife ecology and/or birds preferred.
• Ability to communicate with clarity and conciseness to individuals and groups; convey respect, assistance, and resourcefulness, in a friendly manner.
• Responsible, creative, relatable, enthusiastic, flexible, self-motivated, and resourceful team player.
• Attention to detail, excellent time-management and organizational skills, sound judgment under pressure.
• 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 preferred (but not required).