What are the responsibilities and job description for the X_SEASONAL - Education Technician (PT Guide or Interpreter) position at City of Colorado Springs, CO?
Description / Position Overview
This is a seasonal (at-will) position with benefits limited to those required by applicable state and federal laws, which include Worker's Compensation, Medicare, Unemployment Insurance, and PERA (Public Employees' Retirement Association).
Approximate length of employment will be up to 6 months. Scheduled hours will vary based on department needs. Total hours worked will not exceed 1,500 annually.
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 07:00 am - 3:30 pm
Open until filled.
Essential Job Functions- the basic job duties an employee must be able to perform:
- Assist in the development interpretive programs and outreach materials; create, edit, and distribute virtual interpretive programming
- Present education programs to a diverse population of students in their classrooms, at city properties, and in a virtual capacity
- Research interpretive opportunities and events in order to expand TOPS outreach efforts; represent the City at community and agency partner outreach events
- Serve as a liaison with schools, community groups, organizations, and agencies involved in environmental education or conservation related fields
- Use common word-processing, database, and graphic design software to produce education and outreach programs; create social media content
- Maintain statistics on programs and interpretive contacts
- Maintain and develop interpretive cache and outreach items, including Traveling Trunks, Leave No Trace stewardship materials, and Junior Ranger Nature Packs
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, especially Adobe Premier Pro
- Ability to create in-person and virtual interpretive and outreach programming
- Ability to communicate and interact with students, volunteers, and the public
- Ability to work independently, make decisions with confidence, and lead large-scale events
Minimum Qualifications
- Have a high school diploma or GED supplemented with college level coursework in natural resources, environmental studies, education, or liberal arts
- Possess and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience creating curricula-based environmental education programs within a park or school setting
Additional Information
The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees’ unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees’ unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.
The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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