Ocean Career: Marine Mammal Center Marine Science Educator

Marine Science Program Coordinator

Program Implementation: 75%

• Delivers and engages marine science content to ages 4th grade to adult while providing excellent customer service by presenting marine science curriculum through best practices all while providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Continually cross-trains on and provides support to all programs offered to school and youth audiences, including docent coverage and guided tours as needed.
• Creates and maintains relationships with teams across the Center as well as a variety of stakeholders and community members, including but not limited to teachers and other non-profit and/or partner organizations.
• Organize logistical aspects including, but not limited to, scheduling activities, gathering supplies, setting up learning spaces, gathering all necessary paperwork for participants, and tracking and recording data.
• Facilitate check-in and check-out procedures for assigned programs.
• Address inquiries and provide timely and helpful responses during programs.
• Follow safety protocols and emergency procedures to ensure the well-being of education participants, volunteers, and staff.
• Communicate incidents, altercations, or other work-related issues effectively with the High School Programs Manager.

Program Development: 15%

• Supports development of the program including new content, media, and/or technology, as well as new program creation and implementation.
• Maintains up to date knowledge of marine mammal science, ocean conservation, and climate change science through educational training, Center speaker events, and professional development opportunities.

Other Duties as Assigned: 10%

• Perform special projects and research as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Has a passion for and desire to learn in environmental education and The Marine Mammal Center's vision and mission.
• Knowledge of Marine Science and Ocean Literacy Principles.
• Skills using, or ability to learn, Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) as well as communication and project management tools and technologies.
• Effective written, verbal, and active listening communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain open communication in a team environment.
• Adapts to and learns from change, challenges, and feedback; demonstrates flexibility in approaches to work.
• Strong time management skills including prioritization and multitasking.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service to a variety of audiences.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, which includes volunteers, interns, staff, and others.
• Communicate and interact effectively with people across cultures, ethnic groups, and identities.
• Practice self-awareness and respect while engaging with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Willingness to support and participate in The Marine Mammal Center's diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
• Bilingual abilities a plus (preference for Spanish speaking).

• Ability to obtain clearance via livescan fingerprinting for US Department of Justice to work directly with students.
• Ability to obtain a TB test when required and any other medical examinations or vaccinations as required by state or federal law to work directly with students.
• Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain standards of insurability.
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination or waiver (medical or religious).
• This position requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in education, natural sciences, or related field; and at least one year of experience in working with school groups and leading tours or programs.
• A background in environmental education, or natural sciences, bilingual proficiency, program development, and school environmental experience are all highly desirable.

• This position operates in a professional office and hospital environment both indoors and outdoors with access to other parts of the facilities via outdoor pathways
• Working in outdoor weather conditions and elements may occur
• Ability to walk/cover up to 5 miles during a shift on a frequent basis
• Ability to work in an open cubicle office space with many distractions
• Ability to work at a desk for extended periods of time using a computer
• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners, and filing cabinets
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to drive/operate a vehicle.
• Exposure to allergens and zoonotic diseases
• Involves smells associated with animals and the care of animals

• This is a full-time position, working five consecutive days per week including at least one weekend day
• Consistent weekend work is required
• Regular onsite work is required
• The work schedule is generally eight hours per day, Tuesday through Saturday, hours vary…