Program Director

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, develop, schedule, and conduct natural history programs for schools, special interest groups, nature camps, the public, and family programs.
• Fulfill duties as Summer Camp Director including maintaining state board of health and children’s summer camp requirements, conducting drills, and training and assisting seasonal summer staff.
• Maintain lesson plans, educational supplies, teaching materials, files and records, and all other programming information.
• Oversee, organize, and conduct administrative duties as needed including monthly records, program registration and sending out follow-up materials.
• Recruit & direct the training and supervision of the seasonal teacher-naturalists
• Recruit, train, and manage volunteers in aspects of programming.
• Interact with visitors to the center by answering questions about the natural world, programming opportunities, and NJ Audubon.
• Assist in the development of brochures and other center-specific marketing materials, including having a social media presence.
• Assist in the Center Nature Store and its operation as needed.
• Assist with the design and maintenance of interpretive exhibits,
• Work with the statewide education team to develop and assess programs.
• Interact with other NJA staff to promote statewide programming initiatives.
• Coordinate the care, feeding, and well-being of live animals (including a marine science lab) that are presented for educational purposes.
• Assist in the maintenance off all nature center spaces, grounds, gardens, and trails.
• Prepare written reports, proposals and plans as required.
• Network with local and state organizations expanding NJ Audubon’s presence to increase local awareness, support and participation.
• Attend center, department and NJ Audubon meetings and serve on committees as requested by supervisor.
• Strive to increase NJA membership
• Obtain and maintain certification for First Aid, CPR, and other public safety certification appropriate for the activities at the site.
• Participate with center staff to adopt a “team” approach towards daily operations at the assigned center.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A. or B.S. in the sciences or education, preferred.
• Minimum two years of experience teaching in a nature center or equivalent settings.
• Demonstrated experience in management/supervisory positions and coordinating volunteers.
• Demonstrated knowledge of natural history of New Jersey and coastal environments; bird migration/coastal ecology/marine science a plus.
• Excellent Computer Skills and Social Media skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, time and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, shifting priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to relate to and motivate a diverse range of people, exercise cultural competence and inclusion, and accept direction and constructive feedback.
• Motivated self-starter able to work independently in the execution of his or her responsibilities while collaborating with other staff and organizations with the ability to demonstrate initiative and a positive attitude.
• Strong professionalism and work ethic with the ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Flexibility to adjust hours to meet deadlines and needs of the organization, including availability to work occasional evenings and weekends and travel as needed.
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces and lift up to 50 as needed for programs and events.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a motor vehicle in NJ.

Qualified individuals may apply by emailing cover letter of interest, resume, and three references as a single PDF document (including email and phone contact info) to hr.nccm@njaudubon.org Please indicate in the subject line the position for which you are applying.

We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage all qualified professionals to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, national origin, ethnic background, disability or any other characteristic protected by law

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