Science Educator/Communication Specialist

Responsibilities: The core responsibilities of this position include: (1) scheduling & leading K-12 field trips, (2) designing and facilitating community programs, (3) mentoring youth and teens in field research, (4) training and scheduling volunteers; and (5) developing creative outreach, virtual programming, and social media content to build awareness of ASI, share our research with the public, and inspire appreciation of birds and conservation action. Responsibilities are expected to break down as follows: education, outreach, and community interaction (65%); research and monitoring (30%); data entry and logistics (5%).

TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and three references with complete contact information as a single document to: director@aksongbird.org. Please use your cover letter to address the knowledge, skills, and attributes that would make you a great fit for our organization and this position. Please also share what motivates and inspires you as an educator, and answer this question: If you were a bird, which one would you be? We welcome any questions you may have about ASI, our amazing Fairbanks community, and the position. Please direct them to the email address above.

Download a full job description: https://aksongbird.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ASIScience-Educator2023.pdf

Applications will be reviewed as received, and the position will be filled as soon as the right person is found! We recommend applying promptly.