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This position was posted on 7/12/2024
Title: Program Coordinator Location: Sully Historic Site, 3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly, VA 20151 Hours: 20 to 30 hours/week; some weekend work required Salary: $15.00- $20.00 per hour, depending on skills and experience. Overview: The Program Coordinator will be responsible for the implementation, and evaluation of on-site and outreach pro-grams. The position includes day-to-day office duties, scheduling educational programming, implementing tours, and working with staff on the creation of new and upcoming programming and exhibits. The incumbent will also lead programs including camps, school programs, tours and events. This position may also act as manager on duty, facilitate museum store sales, and perform front desk, administrative, and groundskeeping jobs included as needed. Drives county vehicles to countywide locations delivering supplies and supporting programs. Duties Include:
Implementation of Programming: Facilitates, coordinates, and implements programming for Pre-K to 12thgrade school groups, families, scouts, and camps. Secure all educational materials on time. Ensure the tidiness of the program spaces. Responsible for set-up, and clean-up of all programs. Assist in the coordina-tion of public programming, tours, and community outreach. Identify/produce educational program mate-rials to teach the programs. Secure staff and volunteer support as needed. Collects data to evaluate pro-grams.
Creation of Programming: Monitor the effectiveness of current programs to identify opportunities for change. Develop on-site and outreach educational programs (e.g. schools, scouts, and families) programs. Assist in logistic planning for new programming. Research as assigned to create programming.
Administrative: Provide customer service support to event participants by responding to telephone and email communications about events and programs. Manages reservations and collects deposits and fees. Keep quarterly inventories of educational supplies. Purchase educational materials to teach the programs. Assist in the scheduling of programs and communicate with leaders and participants. Coordinate logistics for public programs (may include booking speakers, processing invoices, stocking program materials). Work directly with the Visitor Services Manager to book educational programs with the Fairfax County Public Schools, regional school systems; and market education programs to school systems and individual schools, including producing marketing materials, meeting with potential customers, offering teacher in-services, etc. Assist in the creation of marketing materials, social media, or press releases for programming. Prepare materials for volunteer recruitment and training to support activities. Actively participates in staff training and department meetings.
Facility Operations: Serve as manager on duty, facilitate store sales, and perform front desk, administra-tive, and groundskeeping jobs included as needed. Opens and closes facilities. Inspects facilities and adja-cent areas and ensures that they are presentable, safe and acceptable for public use. Has thorough knowledge of Park Authority policies and procedures for handling emergency situations in the park. En-forces rules and regulations and professionally handles any infractions. Greets the public and provides technical information both in person and by telephone. Exercises initiative and good judgment when re-sponding to citizen's inquiries pertaining to natural, historical, and environmental issues. Process sales and class registrations at front desk. Participates in staff meetings. Supports the Visitor Center as needed includ-ing one weekend day a week.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in education, history, museum studies or a related field.
Experience presenting programs to individuals or groups or working with children and/or families.
Knowledge of diversity and inclusion best practices to communicate effectively with diverse ages, back-grounds, and all abilities.
Proficiency with common digital productivity programs (Microsoft Office), social media platforms, and digital communications platforms.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
The ability to communicate clearly and be comfortable discussing difficult subjects, i.e. the institution of slavery, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with the design and delivery of innovative, creative, high quality, and developmentally appropriate programs for all ages, backgrounds and abilities.
Works well independently and in a team environment; adaptable and solution oriented.
Works well independently and in a team environment; adaptable and solution oriented.
Experience building and maintaining relationships with community partners, including other sites, muse-ums and organizations, K-12 schools and institutes of higher education, and government officials.
Excellent organizational skills: self-motivated with the ability to manage goals and productivity.
Strong communication skills and a significant ability to get along with many different types of people.
Energetic and personable; an innovative, creative thinker.
Note: This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits and are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay. Necessary Special Requirements:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or visit us online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/jobs-internships Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY. Fairfax County Park Authority prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Necessary Special Requirements:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or visit us online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/jobs-internships Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assis-tance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY. Fairfax County Park Authority prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. To apply: Send your resume to [email protected]
This position was posted on 6/29/2024
Educator Organization: Maryland Zoo Maryland Zoo is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled General Summary: As part of the Conservation Education Department, the educator will be responsible for presenting education programs to all types of Zoo audiences, in person and virtually. This position will develop program content and deliver educational experiences. Maintains appropriate animal handling level required for program presentation. Ensures all programs presented are engaging, effective, and in direct support of the mission of The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore. This position requires scheduled weekend and weekday duties with some supervisory duties in the absence of a manager.
Conservation Education Mission: To offer authentic, accessible learning experiences that spark curiosity, foster empathy for wildlife, and grow a diverse community of conservation advocates. Essential Functions: Primary Function: * Delivers educational programs through the use of artifacts, animals, and hands-on activities, in person or virtually, on grounds or in the community; * Supports development of education program content for diverse audiences including young children, families, seniors, and adult visitors, including those with special needs; * Supports other Zoo departments with creation and delivery of education content for Zoo events and other activities; * Completes all components of program delivery, including set-up, presentation, and tear-down; * Competent in using presentation technology such as cameras, microphones, webinar platforms, and tablets; * Maintains animal handling skills and first-aid as defined by Animal Handling Guidelines; * Supports overall administration of education programs; * Maintains education supplies and materials; * Works with other Zoo staff to create and lead teen volunteer activities, including hands-on, outdoor projects; * Supports zoo volunteers, including supervision in absence of a manager; * Works regularly scheduled weekends; * Communicates effectively and professionally with participants of all ages, Zoo staff and volunteers; * Understands and follows all safety procedures as defined by the Zoo, AZA and other relevant regulating organizations; * Develops and maintains professional peer contacts at partner organizations in order to be current with informal education practices and conservation education; * Delivers extraordinary customer service to all Zoo guests and customers; * In absence of education manager may be required to assume managerial duties; * Perform other duties as assigned; and, * Adhere to all policies and procedures of the Zoo. Communication (Internal and External): * Participates in continuing education opportunities to improve upon content knowledge and teaching and presentation skills; * Presents educational programs using Animal Ambassadors, games and activities, biofacts and artifacts in a variety of settings including on-grounds, events, classrooms, community programs, and virtual platforms; * Works effectively with Zoo’s volunteer department on scheduling of volunteers for program support; and * Works effectively with the Zoo’s marketing department on promotion of programs. Management of Resources (financial, human resources, facilities): * Proven team member skills. Minimum Qualifications: Education: * Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Education, or related discipline required. Experience/Training: * Animal handling experience preferred but training is provided; * Teaching and/or public speaking experience; * Curriculum development in an informal setting preferred; and * Working knowledge of Google and Windows programs. Traits Desirable: * Excellent oral communication skills; and, * Self-motivated and detail oriented. Equipment: * Must be able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including computer, telephone, scanner, copier, fax, two-way radio, golf cart, vehicles, hand tools, gardening/carpentry tools, computer, cash register and/or a computer based point of sale system, etc. Working Conditions: * Standing (up to 8 hours per day), walking (6 hours per day), sitting (up to 8 hours per day); * Must be able to walk large areas of the Zoo as needed; * Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, push, pull, carry, or otherwise move objects; * Ability to use senses to monitor animal health; * Must be able to work for extended periods of time in an outdoor weather environment, in all seasons and weather, including heat/humidity, cold temperatures, and/or wet conditions; * Daily contact with plants and animals including being subject to bites, stings and scrapes; * Ability to travel (car/van) as needed - locally and/or state-wide; * Ability to work a flexible schedule, which will include working weekends, evenings, holidays, and special events; * Ability to drive golf cart and large cargo van with appropriate license; and, * Clean background check and driving record. Disclaimer: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified. Therefore, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different task be performed when circumstances change. Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.
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