Public Affairs Specialist

The FishPass Public Affairs Specials (PAS) will be responsible for being the first point-of-contact for all visitors (including external researchers, media, school programs, tour groups, and the general public) to FishPass and will assist in the implementation of an existing FishPass Outreach and Education Plan. The PAS will be knowledgeable about the river, its ecology, the history of the site and its people, and FishPass and will effectively communicate that information to visitors. The PAS will lead and coordinate all tours of FishPass and collaborate with FishPass partner agencies to develop interpretive materials such as signage, webcasts, and brochures, develop and implement curricula for educational programs, develop and implement citizen-science activities, coordinate and provide teaching and learning opportunities for local school programs, and to coordinate and deliver group tours of the site. 

The ideal candidate must have a broad background in communications, education, and/or outreach. Knowledge of fishery biology/ecology, Great Lakes fisheries, invasive species, river restoration, and local knowledge including of Indigenous Peoples and cultures is preferred. Candidates must possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a proven record of public engagement and public speaking, including science communication, and be skillful in interpretive natural history and ecology. Applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter addressing competencies in the above qualifications, CV or resume, and names and contact information for three references to Dan Zielinski (dzielinski@glfc.org) by November 30, 2024.