Environmental Education Assistant

Environmental Education Assistant State of New York - Environmental Conservation, Department of Depew, NY Job Details Full-time $19.47 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Conducting community outreach projects Some college Outdoor work Student recruitment Event coordination Student record keeping Environmental Education Environmental education Driver's License Driving Transportation planning 1 year Entry level Full Job Description The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The Environmental Education Assistant for Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve and Environmental Education Center will be responsible for three main areas: 1) Reinstein Woods Programming, 2) campership candidates outdoor experiences, and 3) camper recruitment.•RW ProgrammingPrepare and conduct seasonal programs for the public on environmental education topicsConduct tours and programs for school groups, youth and adult organizations as needed.

Assist with major events and outreach efforts (e.g. festivals, Get Outdoors and Get Together Day, etc.)Assist RW Environmental Education staff with programming for underserved audiences, including for new Americans, refugees, veterans, and accessibility groupsSupport RW Environmental Educators by developing program materialsOccasionally support CNY Environmental Education staff with environmental education programming in Region 9Perform "building duty" as needed•Prepare and implement pre- and post- camp outdoor experiences for potential campership campersCoordinate with community agencies, teachers, schools and DEC staff in other programs to provide outdoor experiences for identified campers and potential future campers (e.g. 10-year-olds)Schedule programs in different seasons and locations to provide varietyCoordinate with partnering organization staff, parents, Reinstein Woods' staff and volunteers to ensure adequate supervision of youth during the outingsMaintain records of campers and potential campers, including their participation, potential for camp, any issues, etc.•Recruit youth to attend Camp RushfordCoordinate with community agencies, teachers and schools to identify youth who would be good candidates to attend Camp RushfordAssist youth and coordinate with parents to fill out all necessary forms.

Maintain a waiting list as needed.

Coordinate transportation of youth to camp from designated locationsEnsure campers arrive and depart from camp with appropriate forms, supplies, etc. by regularly communicating with campers and their parentsPromote camps and the campership programs to outside organizationsWork with Reinstein staff to identify and encourage "pipeline" students to go to campRepresent DEC at career events to build pathways for environmental careers The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications one year of experience in environmental education programs; or one year of college study with specialization in natural science, natural resources, or environmental education. Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with an anticipated end date of 11/30/2026. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date. Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview. Must have a valid driver's license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.

Travel may be required.

Overtime may be required. Overnight travel may be required.

Weekends and holidays may be required. Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.

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