Environmental Education Assistant Coordinator

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Organization

SC Forestry Commission

Job Posted

May 23, 2024

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Careers

Contact Name

Matt Schnabel

Contact Email

mschnabel@scfc.gov

Contact Phone

8038968892

Deadline to Apply

Location

Columbia, SC
United States
If you think that it's ok to cut down trees, then we have the job for you! The SC Forestry Commission is looking for someone who cares about our environment, the protection of forest lands (both preserved and conserved), is passionate about teaching others about the wise use of our natural resources, and wants to make the world a better place. This position also helps to lead the Project Learning Tree, Wood Magic Forest Fair, Teachers' Tour, and other educational programs. Please apply at www.careers.sc.gov.

Summary

Under general supervision assist Environmental Education Coordinator with planning, conducting, and administrating forestry education programs.
- Assist in the coordination, development and delivery of all SCFC-led and supported educational programs at SCFC's state forests and other locations for school groups, forest visitors, and educators.
- Support the Environmental Education Coordinator with record keeping, logistics planning, correspondence and program delivery related to the execution of the Wood Magic Forest Fair, Project Learning Tree programs, and SC Teacher's Tour events and activities.
- Coordinate the development of education infrastructure at Harbison State Forest.
- Participate in agency-wide training activities as necessary.
- Participates in activities and/or projects in support of the agency's mission and performs other duties as required.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree in Education, Forestry or Environmental/ Natural Science and one year of relevant experience delivering educational programs.
A valid South Carolina Driver's license and criminal background check are required.

This position is in an office environment at Harbison State Forest and involves working outdoors occasionally, such as leading groups of teachers and/or students on forest walks.
Extensive overnight travel within South Carolina around the times of SCFC's key educational programs. Occasional weekend work and out-of-state travel at other times.

Compensation Information

SALARY $44,485.00 - $53,957.00 Annually

HIRING RANGE -MIN. $44,485.00
HIRING RANGE -MAX.$53,957.00

CLASS CODE: AH35
POSITIONNUMBER: 60011475

PAY BAND: Band 5