The University of Georgia Hiring for -H Environmental Education Assistant Program Coordinator at Rock Eagle 4-H Center Full Time

Posting Number:

S10647P

Working Title:

4-H Environmental Education Assistant Program Coordinator

Department:

CAES-Rock Eagle 4-H Center

About the University of Georgia:

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

Posting Type:

External

Retirement Plan:

TRS or ORP

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information:

Schedule may vary with activities and guest on center.

Advertised Salary:

31,500.00

Posting Date:

07/03/2023

Open until filled:

Yes

Proposed Starting Date:

07/17/2023

Location of Vacancy:

Rock Eagle 4-H Center

EEO Policy Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]).

Classification Title:

Public Service Paraprofessional/Professional

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

FTE:

1.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Position Summary:

The Rock Eagle 4-H Environmental Education Assistant Coordinator will work directly with the Education Program Coordinator to oversee the day to day operations of the environmental education program at the Rock Eagle 4-H Center in Eatonton, Georgia. This is a leadership role that requires attention to detail and developed communication skills. The person in this role should be motivated, highly organized, and have a strong passion for environmental education. They will spend the majority of their time hiring, training, and creating/sharing schedules with our seasonal and full-time staff members (both week and weekend schedules).

The Rock Eagle 4-H Environmental Education Assistant Coordinator will assist with all environmental education office tasks and administration to include creation and maintenance of program files, answering questions via phone/email from user groups, and data entry. This person will also lead programs for Environmental Education and Summer Camping Programs, as well as adult/youth conference groups attending Rock Eagle 4-H Center, delivering quality programs that meet program standards and engage all participants.

Additional responsibilities will include curriculum development, maintaining teaching spaces and class materials, animal husbandry, and administrative duties. During the summer months the Rock Eagle 4-H Environmental Education Assistant Coordinator will assist with the summer camping program.

Weekend and evening work are part of this position.

On-site housing at the Rock Eagle 4-H Center is available.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

Ability to work independently as well as within a team. Experience and knowledge in the planning and coordinating of youth education programs. Ability to provide programmatic and facilitation support for the environmental education program. Fundamental knowledge of computers and applications. Ability to communicate effectively with youth and adults. Ability to achieve instructor status in canoeing, CPR and basic first aid, and high adventure course facilitation (Certification through ACCT Preferred Vendor). Broad knowledge of the natural environment and comfort working outdoors.

Physical Demands:

Work in adverse physical and weather conditions. Walk at least 4 miles daily. Lift 50 pounds. Driving.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?:

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?:

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:

Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? :

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:

Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):

No

Credit and P-Card policy:

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Based on visiting groups schedules and needs, create environmental education staff schedules and coordinate needs with other departments at Rock Eagle.
• Communicate with groups to determine programming requests.

Percentage of time:

40

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Maintain environmental education filing system, program files, and other related gear and teaching supplies.

Percentage of time:

15

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist with planning, evaluating, marketing, and implementing all programs within the environmental education program, including high and low ropes programs.
• Update and develop program curriculum.

Percentage of time:

15

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist with hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation, for environmental education and summer camp staff.

Percentage of time:

15

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist/teach with Teach environmental education programming, including high and low ropes programs.
• Independently lead, teach, and manage K-12 grade students and chaperoning adults through multidisciplinary classes in an outdoor setting.
• Class subjects offered include a focus on ecology, team building, life history and outdoor skills.

Percentage of time:

10

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Attend trainings and conferences. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Percentage of time:

5

Contact Details:

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name:

Lauren Kuschner

Recruitment Contact Email:

[email protected]