Environmental Education Coordinator

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Promotion, Coordination, Development, Facilitation and Assessment

• Assist with the development and management of content for the NJSOC website, social media and e-blasts.
• Assist with communications in all forms of media including onsite and community outreach events. 
• Coordinate school field trips and campus space use by mission- aligned organizations.
• Create original and innovative interpretive materials, activities and curricula that align with state and national standards.
• Lead students through multi-day, hands-on, experiential learning in outdoor settings. 
• Cultivate an inclusive learning environment by delivering culturally relevant content, presenting multiple and balanced perspectives and connecting instruction to participants’ lives and community. 
• Manage students’ physical safety in outdoor settings using sound judgment and applying appropriate risk management decisions; administer first aid as needed. 
• Assess and document student learning and program outcomes. 
• Establish and maintain respectful, supportive and compassionate relationships with staff, volunteers and participants.
• Model responsible environmental behavior.
• Staff NJSOC on weekdays, weekends and/or overnights as required to ensure coverage.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree/equivalent experience in education, outdoor recreation, natural resources and/or related field. Teaching certification or equivalent in combination of training and experience is preferred.  
• Working knowledge of natural history and inquiry-based, multi-disciplinary science.
• Experience in interpretive teaching and curriculum development utilizing exemplary instructional skills. 
• Possession of the social and emotional skills necessary to build rapport and positive relationships with people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, cultures, orientations, identities and communities.
• Ability to perform physically challenging work outdoors in all weather conditions on uneven terrain. Ability to lift and carry 40 pounds.  
• Experience in marketing and developing partnerships with businesses, schools, natural resource agencies, etc.  
• High level of digital competency in various media including; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Eventbrite, etc.  
• A willingness to be coached and openness to feedback.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion within our community.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including overnights and occasional weekends. 
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to complete training after a job offer. 

To apply, email a cover letter and resume to Tanya Sulikowski, Director of Education, tsulikowski@friendsofnjsoc.org. Please use EE Coordinator Application in the subject line.