Environmental Educator 1 - NY HELPS

The Environmental Educator 1 position at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation involves administering education and outreach programs focused on environmental conservation. Responsibilities include planning public programs, mentoring interns, and conducting presentations, primarily at the Onondaga Lake Visitor Center. Candidates should have experience in environmental conservation and education. Benefits include paid time off, health care options, and retirement plans.
About the position

The Environmental Educator 1 position at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation focuses on administering education and outreach programs related to environmental conservation. The role involves planning and conducting public programs, collaborating with partners, training educators, and mentoring interns, primarily at the Onondaga Lake Visitor Center. This position aims to enhance public understanding of environmental issues and promote sustainable practices through various educational initiatives.

Responsibilities
• Administering education and outreach programs and events.
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• Planning and conducting public programs for groups such as Scout troops and community groups.
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• Coordinating major events at the Onondaga Lake Visitor Center.
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• Assisting with programming for historically underserved and non-traditional audiences.
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• Assisting in the general operations of the Onondaga Lake Visitor Center.
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• Offering programming at Conservation Field Days.
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• Developing local partnerships to expand OLVC use.
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• Partnering with DEC programs to highlight agency priorities.
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• Attending career days, fairs, and festivals to promote outdoor recreation and DEC messages.
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• Training and supporting educators in environmental literacy.
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• Conducting presentations during seasonal teacher institutes and workshops.
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• Conducting educator workshops in Projects WILD, WET, and Learning Tree.
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• Assisting with training, mentoring, and evaluating local university interns.

Requirements
• Four years of experience in environmental conservation in a professional or technical capacity or professional teaching of environmental education.
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• One year of experience teaching about or interpreting the natural world.
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• An associate degree in a related field can substitute for two years of experience.
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• A bachelor's degree in a related field can substitute for four years of experience.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience with public speaking and community engagement.
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• Knowledge of environmental conservation practices and policies.
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• Familiarity with educational programming for diverse audiences.

Benefits
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
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• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
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• Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System
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• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
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• Affordable Health Care options
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• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
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• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
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• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs
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• U.S. Savings Bonds