H Environmental Educator – Burton

Position: 4-H Environmental Educator – Burton

Posting Number:

G/R28933P

Working Title:

4-H Environmental Educator – Burton

Department:

CAES-Burton 4-H Center

About the University of Georgia:

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 235 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 formed School of Medicine.

Employment Type:

Employee

Additional Schedule Information:

Schedule will vary based on the needs of the center

Advertised Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

Anticipated

Start Date:

05/01/2025

Posting Date:

04/07/2025

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Location of Vacancy:

Burton 4-H Center - Tybee Island

EOO Statement:

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Duties/Responsibilities:

Independently lead, teach, manage K-12 grade students and chaperoning adults through multidisciplinary classes in an outdoor setting. Class subjects offered include a focus on coastal ecology, life science, earth science and marine science.

Percentage of time:

60

Duties/Responsibilities:

General support of overall center operations including and not limited to: maintenance and upkeep of facilities (dorms, classrooms, education materials, vehicles), operating a UGA (14-passenger) mini-bus, dining hall support and assistance, and projects as needed.

Percentage of time:

25

Duties/Responsibilities:

Animal care husbandry and maintenance for residential education reptiles, amphibians, marine invertebrates, coastal fishes, and more.

Percentage of time:

10

Duties/Responsibilities:

Lead staff responsibilities to support on-going reservations and guests.

Percentage of time:

5

Classification

Title:

Temporary Service/Maintenance

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

FTE:

1.00

Position Summary:

This posting is for a temporary Environmental Educator at Burton 4-H Center located on Tybee Island, Georgia. The primary responsibility is to independently lead K-12 grade students through multidisciplinary classes in an outdoor setting. Class subjects offered include a focus on coastal ecology, life science, earth science and marine science. Other responsibilities include animal care, lead staff duties, general support of overall center operations.

Relevant/Preferred

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position:

First Aid/CPR/AED certification (or willingness to obtain)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies…