Watershed Education Coordinator

at City of Boise in Boise, Idaho, United States

Job Description

WaterShed Education Coordinator

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Salary

$48,006.40 - $55,073.08 Annually

Location

Boise, ID

Job Type

Full Time Regular

Job Number

206563

Department

Public Works

Division

Boise Watershed

Opening Date

03/04/2024

Closing Date

3/25/2024 12:00 PM Mountain

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Summary Statement

Application period extended through March 25, 2024! The City of Boise Public Works Department is seeking an experienced environmental education professional to join our team in the position of WaterShed Education Coordinator. The WaterShed is a state-of-the-art Water Education Center located at the West Boise Water Renewal Facility. This position is 50% water-based education and teaching, with additional responsibilities in volunteer management and event coordination.

+ Coordinates and provides environmental educational programs at The WaterShed Education Center

+ Responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of place-based environmental educational programs, events and volunteer opportunities that meet the needs and interests of the community

+ This position works under general direction

Boise is pretty awesome . Urban and outdoorsy. Wild and relaxing. Friendly and unforgettable. The City provides top notch healthcare for you and your family at little to no cost. Plus, a n actual pension plan , 401k matching, a wellness program, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and more. Imagine that.

Essential Functions

Develops and teaches place-based environmental education programming and events designed for a range of audiences, from preschool aged children to adults. Prepares and updates curriculum to align with learning goals. Conducts community outreach. (50%)

Plans and implements events and programs. Collaborates with staff in various city departments and external partners to offer programming that focuses on educating residents about the city's water and climate programs. Engages adults and teens in public works' mission and vision. Coordinates with speakers and partner organizations to ensure excellent delivery and service. Occasionally facilitates teacher workshops. (20%)

Coordinates, recruits and supports volunteers for The WaterShed Education Center and supports community volunteer events. (10%)

Markets educational and volunteer programs through traditional and online media. Coordinates marketing efforts with internal and external partners. (10%)

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Total Percentage = 90%

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

+ Bachelor's degree in education, communications, science or related field, and

+ 3 years of environmental education experience, or

+ An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

+ Master's degree in education, communications, science, or a related field

+ Experience in teaching, facilitating groups, public speaking, and climate change communication

+ Managing volunteers and project management and development in a related position

+ Ability and willingness to interact and engage with stakeholders and customers of all ages

+ Bilingual English/Spanish oral proficiency

Level of Knowledge:

+ Standards, practices and trends in the field of environmental educational programming, program implementation and evaluation

+ Environmental studies, including local environmental issues

+ Basic marketing and public relations practices

Ability To:

+ Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate environmental education programs and events

+ Develop and implement marketing strategies

+ Work with a broad customer demographic to coordinate community, business and volunteer groups

+ Work independently under general supervision

+ Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance and express ideas clearly and concisely

+ Perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation

Licensing And Other Requirements

+ First Aid and CPR Certification or the ability to obtain certification within six months of hire.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be able to pass:

+ City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts

While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds and rarely lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds. Also, the employee is occasionally pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds and rarely pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach and grasp. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.Additional physical efforts include: ability to walk/hike up to three miles in a day..

Working Environment

The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures and in wet and humid conditions. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to infectious bacteria and bodily fluids. Employees walk on gravel roads near open wastewater, near Boise River, canal and ponds and possible encounterswith wildlife and insects.

This position works: weekends and after-hours events as needed.

Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.

Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.

Healthcare:

+ ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family

+ Low-cost dental and vision options.

+ Post-employment health savings account.

Retirement and Investment Plans:

+ PERSI retirement benefits

+ 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match.

+ 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match

WellBeing Program:

+ Up to $500 cash per year for participants.

+ Alternative transportation incentives.

Paid Leave - City employees receive generous paid leave:

+ 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City

+ 12 paid holidays every year

+ 8 hours of sick leave per month

+ 10 weeks Parental Leave

Life & Long Term Disability:

+ Basic Life insurance at no cost to you

+ Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you

Other optional benefits:

+ Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Supplemental Life Insurance

+ Supplemental Disability Insurance

+ Tuition reimbursement

+ Free local bus pass

+ Corporate discount programs

+ AFLAC

+ Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, fi

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