What are the responsibilities and job description for the Training and Education Specialist II - Interpretive Program Manager position at State of Delaware?

Introduction

The centerpiece of Killens Pond State Park, conveniently located in central Delaware, is the 66-acre millpond, which was established in the late 1700s. Before the pond was created, the Murderkill River and surrounding hardwood forest were sites of several Native American homes and hunting camps. Killens Pond became a state park in 1965.

Summary Statement

This position reports to the Park Superintendent and Chief of Interpretation and is responsible for the development of recreational, natural and cultural resource interpretive programs and related materials in Killens Pond State Park. Specifically, this position will develop and conduct public interpretive programs, school field trips, off-site outreach programs, recreational programs (such as canoe / kayak trips and hayrides), and other events with the intent of increasing the public’s awareness of the historic and natural resources of the park and cultivating a sense of stewardship for them. The incumbent is responsible for managing the Killens Pond Nature Center, including its rentals, materials, and exhibits (such as a live animal collection) and working closely with the Park's nonprofit Friends group, government agencies and other environmental organizations in the development of programs.

Preferred Qualification

Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualification will still be eligible to compete for this position if job requirements are met.

Knowledge of feeding, monitoring diet, handling, and observing wild / exotic animals in a zoo, livestock farm, wildlife park, or rescue sanctuary.
Six months experience in designing, developing and implementing historic, cultural or natural resources education programs to meet Department of Education standards.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, employees can complete job duties of a similar kind not specifically listed here.

Plans, coordinates, and delivers a variety of training and / or education courses, services, and activities such as instructor-led classroom, on-the-job or virtual training, workshops, or individual and group activities.

Organizes and prepares materials and equipment such as exercises, handouts, manuals, laptops, audiovisual or specialized equipment, or other resources.

Researches and selects or recommends the method of delivery, materials, equipment, assistive technology, or activities to promote learning considering evidence-based and best practices.

Coaches others and provides feedback that fosters learning, understanding or improved performance.

Collects and analyzes data through surveys, course evaluations, interviews, specialized assessments, meetings, and other methods to evaluate quality and effectiveness and identify needs, requirements, issues, and challenges.

Makes recommendations for improvements based on findings such as new or modified courses, instructional methods, materials, equipment, and resources.

Provides technical guidance, advice, and direction on training and education matters and promotes the use of related services and resources.

Prepares and maintains records and reports such as course schedules, rosters, training updates, or records of participation.

Completes continuing education to remain current on applicable standards, methods, techniques, best practices, laws, rules, and regulations in the assigned training and education area(s).

Uses automated information systems and computer software to research, review, analyze, document, and report on relevant training and / or education information.

May maintain content on social media, and create, edit, and post instructional and promotional materials, brochures, videos, or other information.

May operate and maintain training facilities such as visitor or education centers.

May participate in reviewing, testing, and making recommendations on applicable technology.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Training and Education Specialist II Applicants must have education, training and / or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas :

One year of experience in delivering training or education courses, services, individual or group activities using a variety of materials and equipment such as exercises, handouts, manuals, laptops, audiovisual or specialized equipment.

Six months’ experience in preparing and maintaining training or education records and reports such as course schedules, rosters, training updates or records of participation.

Six months’ experience in researching, selecting and designing courses, curricula, lesson plans, instructional methods, materials, or activities to meet training or education needs and learning objectives.

Six months’ experience in creating methods and tools to analyze and evaluate training or education needs and effectiveness.

Additional Posting Information

Presentation Exercise : A five minute presentation will be required at the time of interview.

Conditions of Hire

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Criminal background check : A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

As a condition of hire, applicants for this position must successfully pass a Swim assessment.

Benefits

Salary : $45,798

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