Educator (Conservation) Part-Time

The part-time Educator (Conservation) at BREC Recreation And Park Commission in Baton Rouge, LA, is responsible for scheduling and presenting educational programs related to natural resources. Duties include supervising camp staff and volunteers, developing curriculum, and interacting with the public. Candidates need a relevant degree, certifications in First Aid & CPR, and two years of experience. The role requires flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
The Educator works under the direction of the Conservation Specialist, inside and outside, as related to natural resource education and interpretive programs throughout East Baton Rouge Parish. This requires scheduling educational programs, supervising camps staff and volunteers, presenting educational programs, research and development of educational curriculum, working with the camp, animal handling, and composing routine correspondence. Work involves interaction with other employees, volunteers, teachers, partners, and the general public.
Education Required: Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university

Area of Study (major) Required: Education, Life Sciences, Natural Science or related field

Certification(s) Required: First Aid & CPR certification w/in 30 days of hire

License(s) Required: Valid LA driver's license.

Years Relevant Work Experience: 2 years related experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Broad-based knowledge of natural sciences including botany, horticulture, geology, hydrology, chemistry, wetland functions, wildlife management and environmental ecology
• Computer and general office skills
• Excellent written & oral communication skills for public programming
• Excellent interpersonal/public relations skills
• Ability to train & direct staff
• Ability to work flexible hours including holidays, evenings, and weekends for programs or events
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, staff, volunteers, patrons, BREC officials, community interest groups, and the general public.
• Ability to quickly learn BREC policies and procedures and Programs
Essential Functions and Duties:
• Researches, develops and implements Education programs
• Assists with the direct supervision of Summer Camps, seasonal camp employees, part-time program staff, and volunteers (including counselors-in-training)
• Prepares and assists in scheduling and executing parish-wide programming and outreach.
• Assists in development and maintenance of exhibit graphics
• Handles education animals
• Assists with direction and training of volunteers (including counselors-in-training)
• Assists with grounds/trail maintenance at times
• Develops programs and activities for summer and holiday camps

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by his or her supervisor.
Full-time position; scheduled within framework of 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, may vary according to special events; frequent weekend and evening work; lunch break daily; overtime as required.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

You must include all relevant education and experience on your official BREC online application or it will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for this vacancy. Complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience, education, etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement.

An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check, Motor Vehicle Records check, drug screen and physical.