Naturalist - Program Coordinator | Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center | Handshake

The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is seeking a Naturalist - Program Coordinator to develop and deliver educational programs under the Education Director's guidance. This role includes supervising staff and volunteers, coordinating field trips, and managing educational events. Responsibilities also involve animal care and research support. The position requires flexibility in scheduling, including weekends and holidays, with a pay range of $25-$27 hourly.
General Function

Under the direction of the Director of Education, the Education Coordinator develops, coordinates, and delivers educational programs and interpretive materials that advance the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center's mission. This role supervises education staff and volunteers while balancing program development, daily operations, and front-line educational experiences.



To apply please submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for 3 professional references. Candidates selected for an interview will be asked to provide samples from past programs. The Starting pay range for this position is $25-$27 hourly.





Major Activities (Typical Duties/Responsibilities).

Interpretation and education


Foster connections with wildlife and the natural world around us while highlighting the mission of AWCC
Oversee booking and scheduling of field trip and outreach programming, meeting unique needs of schools, teachers, and students.
Assist with staff scheduling to meet programming needs
Track and report on programming and participation numbers
Develop interpretive media using adobe illustrator
Proof read and review interpretive materials and educational programming
Coordinate and supervise education programs
Education program development and facilitation
Coordinate educational events for public
Serve as a frontline interpreter and educator
Volunteers


Recruit and supervise AWCC volunteers
Track and report volunteer contribution data
Animal Care


Feed, water, clean, and train for animals used in educational programs as needed
Assist with animal care feedings and cleans as needed or requested
Research

Assist with the Alaska Beluga Monitoring Partnership as a lead observer, ensuring minimum volunteer monitoring contributions are met.Other Duties and Tasks


Schedule will vary based on programming needs and season to include weekends, holidays, early morning, evenings, and over nights. Regular schedule will include weekends.
Regular schedule will not exceed 40 hours per week. Exceptions exceeding 40 hours per week are subject to overtime.
This position will serve as a backup Manager on Duty
Willingness to support other departments as necessary
Perform other duties as assigned