AmeriCorps Environmental Educator Positions
The Maine Conservation Corps (MCC) is accepting applications for AmeriCorps Environmental Educator positions located throughout Maine for May 2013. MCC is dedicated to environmental education, outdoor recreation and conservation projects, volunteer opportunities, and developing career and leadership skills.
Postion Announcements & Application Materials are listed at the bottom of the page.
For information on the application process contact:
Brenda Webber
Maine Conservation Corps
124 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333
207-624-6085 or 1-800-245-5627 (Toll Free in Maine)
corps.conservation@maine.gov
The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry provides equal opportunity in employment and programs.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Accommodation arrangements must be requested in advance by contacting MCC staff
MAY START APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE: MARCH 15, 2013
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ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATOR – 900 hours Term: May 20, 2013 - November 2, 2013
Ferry Beach Nature Center, Saco, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Division of Parks & Public Lands
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Host Site and Position Overview:
This position will work at Ferry Beach State Park, Saco, Maine. In 2012, a new Nature Center was constructed at Ferry Beach State Park. This individual will play an integral part in the development of exhibits and interpretive programs at this new facility. The individual hired will work with the park manager and park ranger to develop new programs and interpretive exhibits as well as help with current programming. The Environmental Educator will work out of the Ferry Beach State Park Nature Center. Housing is not provided. Ferry Beach State Park is a small coastal park with diverse ecosystems including coastal sand beach, primary and secondary dunes, mixed forest (hemlock, white pine, red oak, etc.) tupelo swamp, and fresh water pond. There is a swimming beach, picnic area, and several miles of trail. The park receives approximately 40,000 visitors/ year.
Days and Hours of Service: Schedule varies, weekends, holidays and some nights required, 40 hours per week
Qualifications:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must have a 4-year college degree (environmental) or equivalent experience
- Must pass criminal and sex offender background checks
- Computer skills including Internet and Microsoft Office package
- Personal transportation for travel within the state of Maine
- All state positions require a valid driver’s license with a good 5 year driving record
Essential Functions:
- Interest in performing community service
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, track details essential to project completion, analyze information for its relevance and impact and meet deadlines
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to perform tasks independently as well as part of a cooperative team
- Non-judgmental attitude and sensitivity to others
- Flexibility; the individual selected must be self-motivated and willing to help in many different situations
- Must be willing and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions during the field season
- Must be willing and able to drive state vehicles as needed
- Must be in good physical condition and be able to work in adverse conditions
Desired Functions:
- Working outdoors in all weather conditions requiring good physical condition
- Knowledge, background and skills in natural resources
- Ability to interact with the public
- Able to work a flexible schedule
- Knowledge of nature programs in a public setting
- Ability to work with park staff and volunteer hosts
- Adaptability to changing conditions due to weather or outside factors
Responsibilities:
- Assist with all aspects of park’s interpretive program
- Develop nature center displays
- Staff nature center
- Develop nature programs
- Conduct nature programs for the public
- Conduct nature programs and walks for schoolchildren.
- Conduct education and outreach activities as requested and approved by the Department
MCC Application - PDF (209KB)
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