Environmental Education and Outreach Coordinator

The Environmental Education and Outreach Coordinator at Lake County Solid Waste Management District in Merrillville, IN, manages and implements educational programs for the Environmental Education Center and Community Outreach Program. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to promote sustainable environmental education. A bachelor's degree and teaching experience are preferred. The position offers a starting salary of $45,000 and includes benefits. Applications are accepted via email.
GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, this position manages, plans, implements and monitors all educational programs related to the Environmental Education Center (“EEC”) and Community Outreach Program. This includes working with superintendents, principals, teachers, community leaders, residents & families, organizations & businesses, other solid waste districts, and all political sub-divisions in compliance with the Lake County Solid Waste Management District’s (“District”) Solid Waste Management Plan. This person guides the adaptation of appropriate environmental curriculum to draw participants to sustainable environmental education activities and to draw the public to the District and EEC as a resource in community greening efforts. This position understands the District strives to be a leader in environmental education and exhibits such leadership at all times. The EEOC demonstrates fidelity to the mission and educational values of the District with the goal of providing direct experiences and to create an active learning community where learners share ideas and expertise within and beyond their community and prompt continued inquiry. This position also performs managerial work in the development of long-range plans, assists with financial, administrative, and staff scheduling needs of the Environmental Education Program (“EEP”).A bachelor’s degree and in-classroom teaching experience is preferred.The position offers benefits and has a starting salary of $45,000. A detailed job description is available on the District’s website (www.lcswmd.com).To apply, please email a completed employment application, cover letter, and resume with three (3) references to Kiera Hagerman, Executive Director, at khagerman@lcswmd.com. Interviews available immediately. This position will remain open until filled.