Environmental Education Specialist

About This Role

The Environmental Education Specialist will craft and execute educational programs and interpretive activities showcasing Hickory Run State Park's history and natural landscape. This role involves planning, presenting, and evaluating environmental education programs to foster a deeper understanding of the natural world.

Responsibilities

• Plan and write lesson plans for environmental education programs
• Schedule environmental education activities
• Develop, implement, present, and evaluate educational programs
• Facilitate discovery learning activities and audiovisual presentations
• Collaborate with the regional environmental education specialist to provide comprehensive learning programs
• Prepare correspondence, program schedules, and promotional materials
• Maintain strong relationships with local conservation groups and civic organizations
• Research and develop educational publications and exhibits
• Maintain records and reports
• Oversee the use of environmental learning equipment
• Coordinate volunteer efforts for various events
• Assist with resource management projects as needed

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in environmental education, education, the natural sciences, social sciences, or parks and recreation; or an equivalent combination of experience and training
• Willing to work weekends and evenings
• Willing to wear a prescribed uniform
• Valid driver’s license
• Meet PA residency requirement
• Ability to perform essential job functions
• Pass a background investigation
• Submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in environmental education, education, the natural sciences, social sciences, or parks and recreation; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.