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Water Quality Environmental Educator

Posted: February 16, 2023 by MAEE Administration

Category: Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board

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Water Quality Environmental Educator
Job Type
  • Part Time & Seasonal
Organization Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
Job Description

Position Description:
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is seeking two individuals to work as Water Quality Educators to work in multiple locations throughout Minneapolis at community events, programs, and celebrations.

The Water Quality Educator will:

•Provide interactive water quality education during canoe programs as well as other recreation or nature based programs and events to a diverse group of patrons at Minneapolis Parks
•Assist with coordinating MPRB participation at community and neighborhood events leading water quality presentations
•Assist in the development of new water quality education materials
•Assist with coordinating educational outreach efforts to local businesses
•Track participation and evaluate program effectiveness
•Occasionally assist Aquatic Invasive Species boat inspectors and provide AIS education at boat landings
•Other duties as assigned

Work Season and Hours:

Monday through Friday, primarily in the afternoons and evenings, plus availability for four weekend days/evenings per month. Average 20-30 hours per week, June through August.

Compensation:

$18.00per hour, plus mileage reimbursement provided. This position is eligible for sick and safe leave in accordance with the Minneapolis Sick and Safe Time Ordinance. This position is not eligible for other benefits.

Requirements/Qualifications:

•Outgoing personality able to draw in participants
•Demonstrated ability to work well with diverse audiences in a public setting
•Working knowledge of watersheds, nonpoint source pollution, and water quality issues
•Working knowledge of tabling education techniques and messaging
•Ability to work flexible schedule
•Must be able to lift 30 lbs, hike uneven terrain, and teach effectively in all weather conditions
•Must have a driver’s license and a reliable personal vehicle to haul program materials and drive between work assignment locations

Desired but Not Required:

•Demonstrated success teaching in event settings
•Previous experience giving public presentations
•Knowledge of interpretive display design
•Ability to communicate fluently in a second language. Spanish, Hmong, or Somali preferred.

Application Deadline:Sunday March 5, 2023. Applications will be evaluated as they are received, and interviews scheduled accordingly.

Please send your cover letter and resume to: EEjobapplications@minneapolisparks.org. Please put ”Water Quality Environmental Educator” in the subject line.

If you have any questions about this specific Water Quality Educator position, please contact: Emily Bowers, Naturalist Program Coordinator: ebowers@minneapolisparks.org

The City of Minneapolis is an equal opportunity employer.

Location Minneapolis
Expires 2023-03-19
Link https://www.minneapolisparks.org/jobs/temporary_jobs/
MAEE Partner Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board
Water Quality Environmental Educator
  • Part Time & Seasonal
Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
Location: Minneapolis
Expires: 2023-03-19
Link: https://www.minneapolisparks.org/jobs/temporary_jobs/
MAEE Partner: Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board
Job Description:

Position Description:
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is seeking two individuals to work as Water Quality Educators to work in multiple locations throughout Minneapolis at community events, programs, and celebrations.

The Water Quality Educator will:

•Provide interactive water quality education during canoe programs as well as other recreation or nature based programs and events to a diverse group of patrons at Minneapolis Parks
•Assist with coordinating MPRB participation at community and neighborhood events leading water quality presentations
•Assist in the development of new water quality education materials
•Assist with coordinating educational outreach efforts to local businesses
•Track participation and evaluate program effectiveness
•Occasionally assist Aquatic Invasive Species boat inspectors and provide AIS education at boat landings
•Other duties as assigned

Work Season and Hours:

Monday through Friday, primarily in the afternoons and evenings, plus availability for four weekend days/evenings per month. Average 20-30 hours per week, June through August.

Compensation:

$18.00per hour, plus mileage reimbursement provided. This position is eligible for sick and safe leave in accordance with the Minneapolis Sick and Safe Time Ordinance. This position is not eligible for other benefits.

Requirements/Qualifications:

•Outgoing personality able to draw in participants
•Demonstrated ability to work well with diverse audiences in a public setting
•Working knowledge of watersheds, nonpoint source pollution, and water quality issues
•Working knowledge of tabling education techniques and messaging
•Ability to work flexible schedule
•Must be able to lift 30 lbs, hike uneven terrain, and teach effectively in all weather conditions
•Must have a driver’s license and a reliable personal vehicle to haul program materials and drive between work assignment locations

Desired but Not Required:

•Demonstrated success teaching in event settings
•Previous experience giving public presentations
•Knowledge of interpretive display design
•Ability to communicate fluently in a second language. Spanish, Hmong, or Somali preferred.

Application Deadline:Sunday March 5, 2023. Applications will be evaluated as they are received, and interviews scheduled accordingly.

Please send your cover letter and resume to: EEjobapplications@minneapolisparks.org. Please put ”Water Quality Environmental Educator” in the subject line.

If you have any questions about this specific Water Quality Educator position, please contact: Emily Bowers, Naturalist Program Coordinator: ebowers@minneapolisparks.org

The City of Minneapolis is an equal opportunity employer.

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