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Eco-Discovery Center Educator
National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
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Posted 6+ months ago
Location: Key West, Florida
Supervisor: Manager, Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center
Status: Part-time, hourly - 16 hours (2 days)/week, 12-month term position
What We Need
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is a leading voice for U.S. protected waters, is seeking a part-time 12-month term Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center Educator, a position responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center (FKEDC),
The person in this role will be an employee of the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, but the position will be funded through a Cooperative Agreement with NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries. This position will be embedded with the staff at the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary in Key West, FL.
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation is committed to a culture of inclusion, equity, and belonging. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We honor experiences, perspectives, and unique identities, and welcome the contributions that you can bring to the dedicated team. With a diverse team of employees, we can grow and learn better together and achieve our mission to protect the health of the ocean, coasts and Great Lakes for current and future generations.
What You’ll Do
- Support day-to-day center operations including opening and closing duties such as turning on/off of exhibits and educational movie theater
- Support volunteers in their given duties
- Greet visitors and give them a brief orientation of the EDC.
- Provide accessible information about Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary (FKNMS), the Florida Keys ecosystem and culture, and EDC partners.
- Answer questions in person and by telephone.
- Track daily visitor numbers and gather visitor data as needed.
- Lead guided tours of the exhibit hall.
- Explain the use of interactive displays and educational film.
- Troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment, exhibits, or any other aspect of the EDC facility.
- May assist with meetings or events held at the Center, as organized by FKNMS or other partners, including setup, cleanup, and carrying lightweight items.
- Assist with outreach programming including monthly Saturday children’s programs that engage families in learning about the sanctuary and our partners.
- Assist in the development and execution of environmental field trip programs about Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary for primary school-age children.
- Conduct product and program evaluation for the Eco-Discovery center to maximize program impact.
- Participate in professional development and training modules as set out by FKNMS leadership.
- Act as Sanctuary Point of Contact at the Eco-Discovery Center in the absence of the EDC Manger.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Eco-Discovery Center Manager.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications:
- Ability to communicate effectively for the purposes of coordinating activities, consulting with professional and technical experts, and securing cooperation from others.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficient in interpreting guidelines and executing tasks accordingly, ensuring adherence to established procedures.
- Capable of prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively to meet deadlines.
- Possesses strong problem-solving skills, able to troubleshoot issues independently and seek clarification when needed.
- Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Adaptable and responsive to feedback, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Willing and to speak before a variety of audiences, including interacting with diverse members of the public, children, volunteers, government officials, partner agency representatives, law enforcement, and foreign dignitaries.
- Ability to innovate practical solutions to problems as they arise.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to work from seated, standing, or walking positions.
- Ability to lift and arrange folding tables and chairs; wipe off tables, counters, and displays; and use craft-making tools and materials; ability to stand, bend, carry, and lift.
- Must clear background check (to be completed upon offer/acceptance of employment)
Preferred Qualifications:
- BA Degree in Education, Museum Studies, Environmental Studies or related field.
- One year of experience supporting a visitor center or educational program with demonstrated expertise in dealing with the general public.
Why You Will Love Us
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation (“Foundation”) is a leading voice for U.S. protected waters, working with communities to conserve and expand those special places for a healthy ocean, coasts, and Great Lakes. The Foundation works in close partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to increase stewardship of our ocean and Great Lakes through on-the- water conservation projects, and education and public outreach activities, and by support for research. Together, we safeguard species and the places they call home, and support coastal communities and economies.
Compensation: $20-$25 per hour, based on experience.
Applications must include a cover letter, resume, and at least three professional references.
Applications received by August 12, 2024, will be preferred.
Location: Key West, Florida
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The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This commitment applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. The Foundation makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
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