Environmental Education Program Specialist

The University of Georgia is seeking an Environmental Education Program Specialist for Camp Jekyll in St Simons Island, GA. This full-time position involves various responsibilities related to environmental education. The role offers a salary commensurate with experience and is open until filled, with a proposed starting date of March 30, 2026. The University promotes equal opportunity employment and values integrity, excellence, accountability, and respect.
Environmental Education Program Specialist - Camp Jekyll

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Posting Details

Posting Number: S14858P

Working Title: Environmental Education Program Specialist - Camp Jekyll

Department: CAES-Jekyll Island

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Posting Type: External Retirement Plan TRS
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule: Additional Schedule Information - Schedule may vary based on the needs of the center

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date: 03/12/2026 – Open until filled: Yes – Closing Date: Proposed Starting Date: 03/30/2026

Location of Vacancy

Camp Jekyll

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information Classification

Title: Academic Program Assistant II

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary: This position reports directly to the Program Coordinator and focuses on the Georgia 4‑H Environmental Education Program at Camp Jekyll, located on Jekyll Island, GA. Work includes leading K‑12 students attending multiple‑day field studies in multi‑disciplinary classes in the outdoors. Class subjects offered include life and earth science, and focus on coastal ecology and marine science. This role will support the Program Coordinator with the development and dissemination of contracts, schedules for visiting groups, and instructor teaching rotations. Other duties include occasional supervision of seasonal staff members when the Director or Program Coordinator is not present, care of captive marine and reptile wildlife in the herpetology lab, curriculum development, assisting in cleanup of facilities, serving in the dining hall on KP (kitchen patrol) as assigned, aiding the Program Coordinator with training seasonal staff, operating the Canteen souvenir store when assigned, and being a part of a rotating evening on‑call assignment. This person will also assist with Georgia 4‑H Summer Camping Program and provide support to the overall operation of Camp Jekyll.

Separate staff housing is provided on‑site. Staff person is not required to chaperone children overnight, although frequent evening programs and weekend work.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
• Skill in teaching a wide variety of subjects to youth 6‑18 years old
• Broad knowledge of outdoor education and able to work in an outdoor setting
• Ability to work with and care for reptiles, amphibians, marine fish/invertebrates/mollusks
• Ability to communicate effectively with youth, adults, and young adults
• Ability to work independently
• Trained in, or willingness to be trained in, CPR /FA/ AED /Lifeguarding

Physical Demands
• Lift up to 40 pounds
• Sit for significant periods of time while working at a computer
• Standing and lifting cleaning supplies, teaching supplies
• Sitting while driving or attending meetings
• Working in all types of weather conditions
• Walking up to 3 miles a day
• Driving as needed to perform job duties

Additional Information

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)? Yes

Credit and P‑Card policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job‑based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities
• Independently lead environmental educational classes (40% of time)
• Feeding, cleaning, and maintenance of captive animal collection (15% of time)
• Assist Program Coordinator with contracts and schedules (10% of time)
• Weekend day and overnight on‑call duty (10% of time)
• Dining hall assistance. Assist with sales in the Canteen (10% of time)
• Supervision and recruitment of volunteers (10% of time)
• Supervision of seasonal staff members (5% of time)

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact: Richard Chewning

Email: richrich@uga.edu

Phone: (not provided)

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents