Space Education Coordinator

Position: Open Space Education Coordinator
Position Summary

Coordinate, monitor and manage science education programs and volunteers of the Open Space Division within the Parks and Recreation Department; participate in the development and implementation of science educational goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; and perform a variety of administrative tasks in support of assigned area of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification.

Job Description s are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

* Coordinate, monitor and manage science education programs and volunteers of the Open Space Division within the Parks and Recreation Department.

* Participate in the development and implementation of science educational goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedures.

* Establish direction of environmental education and citizen science initiatives, to address awareness, appreciation and stewardship of the Major Public Open Space.

* Develop, promote, and implement year-round age appropriate curricula and activities to meet community needs; participate and support education events; promote and implement Open Space Division programs to underserved communities; develop and create hands-on displays and activities.

* Integrate Science, Technology, Education, Art and Math (STEAM) and New Mexico Generations Science Standards into Open Space Division programs offered to students.

* Design and implement evaluation tools to assess and improve Open Space Division public programs.

* Oversee and coordinate volunteer activities as part of education initiatives; recruit, train, manage, and evaluate volunteers.

* Assist with the development of interpretive signage and related material to promote and educate on Open Space properties.

* May participate in the development and administration of assigned budget.

* Maintain records and develop reports concerning new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; oversee the maintenance of records for volunteer hours worked, youth served and statistical reports as required.

* Coordinate general administrative functions for the Open Space Division.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

* Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

* Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of Parks and Open Space science education.

Minimum Education , Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in biology or education; and

Three (3) years of informal teaching or educational program/volunteer coordination experience in any of the following environmental facilities: nature center, natural resource agencies, science based school or program; and

To include one (1) year of supervisory or lead experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

May work flexible hours, including evening, weekends, and holidays as required.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Office environment with field environment.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical conditions necessary for sitting, walking, hiking or standing for prolonged periods of time with prolonged exposure to sunlight. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.