Environmental Education and Outreach Specialist opening (NH)

Environmental Education and Outreach Specialist
Sullivan County Natural Resources – Unity, NH

Who We Are:
The Natural Resources Department of Sullivan County, NH manages County lands (~2200 acres) and provides environmental assistance county-wide through its Sullivan County Conservation District program. The mission of the department is to conserve and improve natural resources, through management, landowner assistance and educational outreach.  We often partner with area schools and are now seeking a dynamic environmental education and outreach specialist to coordinate place-based ecology education (PBEE) and assist with Conservation District projects and programs.

Job Summary:
Sullivan County Natural Resources (SCNR) seeks an Environmental Education and Outreach Specialist (EEOS) who is highly motivated, detail-oriented, open-minded and creative. The EEOS must be an energetic and confident presenter, event planner, collaborator, and facilitator of school groups and volunteer teams.

Working closely with the SCNR Director, the EEOS will:

  • Promote place-based ecology education (PBEE) in Sullivan County by: assisting and partnering with schools, teachers, and School Administrative Unit (SAU) staff to facilitate place-based ecology education; developing a place-based ecology education hub on Sullivan County lands, and; working collaboratively with network partners to develop network structure and increase capacity. The incumbent will spend half of their time in this capacity.
  • Assist with coordinating and administering Conservation District programs and activities, including: workshops; educational forums and events; environmental outreach; conservation projects, and Board meetings.
  • Assist, on occasion, with management of county-owned lands (forests, fields, wetlands, gardens, etc.).

We are looking for you, if:

  • You enjoy working with teachers and kids, and helping them make stronger connections to the environment
  • You have a personal passion for the outdoors, environmental stewardship and sustainability
  • You have knowledge of New Hampshire flora and fauna
  • You possess good organizational skills and have a knack for logistics and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • You are a natural relationship builder, you work collaboratively and enjoy working with educators and volunteers from diverse backgrounds
  • You are a polished writer and dynamic speaker who is comfortable leading classes, making presentations and creating curriculum
  • You have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in natural resources, environmental education or environmental science, and at least one year of experience working in environmental education
  • You have a valid driver’s license

Compensation:
This is a full-time position. The salary range is $33,000 – $38,000 plus benefits, which include Health Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dental Insurance, Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Retirement, Earned Time, and paid holidays. 

Start Date: June 20, 2016

To Apply:
Send your resume and a detailed cover letter explaining why this opportunity is exciting to you to: Phylicia Schwartz, Environmental Education and Outreach Specialist, Sullivan County, 95 County Farm Road, Unity, NH, 03743, or by email (pschwartz@sullivancountynh.gov). Please reference “SCNR Environmental Education Specialist” in the subject line. Sullivan County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages a diversity of candidates to apply.