Part-time SEED Coordinator

Purpose

Assists with responsibilities associated with the development and growth of the SEED (Students Exploring Ecosystem Dynamics) program and coordinates the implementation of annual SEED programming.

Example of Duties

Works with Resource Manager in the organization and planning of the SEED initiative.

Acquires and compiles materials for student and teacher resource kits and supplies needed for the education initiative and associated programs.

Coordinates activities and assembles materials required for teachers to prepare students for participation in SEED.

Develops and presents lessons to students. Supports the interpretive staff during programming with students.

Schedules, coordinates and implements field trips and school-related events.

Assists with securing sponsorship funding for education initiative.

Works closely with Assistant manager - Interpretation & Education and school district administrators to develop and implement partnership programs.

Assists with curriculum development, revisions and printing of materials.

Coordinates the naturalists and teachers' materials and transportation for the SEED program.

Compiles program evaluation materials and grades pre- and post-student assessment tests.

Maintains good working relationships with employees, the public, teachers, and school administrators.

Performs special projects and related duties as required or assigned.

Weekly hours worked vary with season. Required to work occasional evenings.

Coordinates all aspects of the fall SEED Design Expo.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

High School graduate plus some additional vocational/technical training or other specialized formal education or equivalent. Associate's degree in education, parks and recreation administration, environmental/outdoor education, recreation, or related field preferred. Teaching experience preferred. Excellent organizational and planning skills, communication, interpersonal, and public relations skills.

Technology Skills

Demonstrated experience using computers, web-based programs, e-mail, internet, intranet, Microsoft Office products, Adobe, social media venues, fax machines, scanners, office and personal printers, multi-line phone systems, and basic office equipment.

Language Skills

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with coworkers, supervisors, children, parents, teachers, the general public; ability to prepare meaningful, concise, and accurate reports; ability to give presentations.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Team-Oriented

Works on a team. Outstanding customer service, communications and interpersonal skills.

Attendance

Being present at work is an essential function of the position.

Licenses, Registrations

Possession of a valid Ohio driver license, insurable by the Park District's insurance carrier.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, bend, talk and hear, work with hands, lift, hike, drive park vehicles etc. The employee is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms, etc.

Work Environment

While performing the regular duties of this job, the employee works in an office, at schools and at different parks and is required to work in outside weather conditions as needed. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Any Additional Information

Knowledge of natural resources and environmental interpretation preferred. Knowledge of public relations and safety practices and procedures required. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships within work unit, with coworkers, teachers, school administrators, other professionals, and the general public. Candidate must satisfactorily complete a background investigation, including fingerprints, references, driving record check, interview with a background officer, and pre-employment drug test.

Other Information

The above Description represents the essential and most significant duties of this position. It is not intended…