What are the responsibilities and job description for the Copy Of Education Program Assistant position at Forest Park Forever Inc?
FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:
- Lead components of in-person education programs.
- Assist with program evaluation.
- Create, organize, and prepare program supplies.
- Engage with program participants of diverse age groups, abilities, and backgrounds.
- Maintain the inventory of program materials.
- Attend weekly planning meetings and check-ins with supervisor.
- Communicate and collaborate with the education team, Forest Park Forever Staff, and community partners.
- Implement proper safety protocols for programs.
POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma/GED. Preference given to individuals pursuing a career in related fields such as education, child development, experiential learning, environmental education, outdoor recreation, etc.
- Passion for environmental stewardship and outdoor learning.
- Experience engaging with diverse community members, such as children and youth, members of the public, and professional collaborations.
- Experience with equipment management, movement of equipment in preparation for events and programs, and safety protocols.
- Comfort with completing tasks in both indoor and outdoor settings with varying weather and temperature conditions.
- Comfort communicating with teammates and the public in indoor offices spaces and outdoor settings with varying levels of background notice.
- Comfort participating in programming and Forest Park Forever activities for extended periods of time.
- Assistance with programs in spaces with a diverse material base such as pavement, woodchips, grass, and with various gradients.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook & Office suite (Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) required.
- Schedule will be determined with the supervisor; some evening and weekend availability may be required.
LICENSE(S)/CERTIFICATION(S) REQUIRED:
- Valid driver’s license.
PHYSICAL WORK REQUIREMENTS/WORK CONDITIONS:
- Work functions will be performed in-person.
- Some work functions will be performed outdoors where hot, cold, wet, and/or humid conditions may be present.
- When indoors, work in a shared indoor office environment with other staff.
- Operates computers and other office equipment.
- Frequently required to traverse the park over uneven terrain.
- Frequently lifts and moves equipment up to thirty pounds; occasionally required to lift and move equipment weighing over fifty pounds.
- This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested.
Type: Seasonal (March-November 2025), Part Time (20-24 hours per week)
Reports to: Education Strategist
POSITION SUMMARY: The Education Program Assistant supports the Forest Park Forever Education Department through program preparation and facilitation.
