New Canaan Nature Center
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Community Events Manager
Status : Full Time / Exempt
Hours : Tuesday-Saturday 8 : 30-4 : 30
Position Summary
The New Canaan Nature Center, a community-based environmental center and 40-acre sanctuary with forests, fields, ponds, and streams, seeks a year-round Community Events Manager. The Community Events Manager will facilitate all community events and activities as well as teach Nature Center programs on and off-site throughout the year. The Community Events Manager will also be responsible for coordinating the Birthday Party Programs.
Working Hours
The Nature Center’s regular operating hours are 8 : 30 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m., Monday through Saturday. The schedule for this position is Tuesday-Saturday from 8 : 30 to 4 : 30.
Community Events
- Coordinate seasonal public programs (i.e. Cider Harvest Saturday, Winter Wonderland, Syrup Saturday)
- Work with the Environmental Education team to coordinate programs on-site such as hikes, birding, and other teachable programs
- Coordinate the Nature Center’s annual Fall Fair Event
- Public Relations - Connect positively with and expand NCNC’s positive influence in the area community
- Collaborate with the Director of Marketing and VC Naturalist to promote events through website content, social media, and email blasts.
Environmental Education / Teaching
Teach, lead, and coordinate Nature Center programs on a wide variety of natural science topics both on and off-site throughout the school year for school and other groups from PreK-adult agesBe adept at teaching with all NCNC live animal ambassadors for programsWorking with the Education Program Manager and other EE’s, develop new and innovative education programs and activities for school and other groupsAssist with the support and training of Center intern(s) and volunteersBirthday Parties
Coordinate and manage birthday parties through contracts, financial transactions, and scheduling.Work with Birthday Party hosts to coordinate scheduling of Birthday PartiesEnsure materials and party needs are available.Work with Registrar to finalize contracts and payments of Birthday Parties.Visitor’s Center
Front Desk Coverage / Reception as needed.Gift shop sales on SaturdaysCollaborate with Education staff to develop and design educational signage and displays to engage the public (all ages)Communicate any issues related to building, surrounding landscape, safety, and security promptly and ensure that issues are being adequately addressedAdministrative / Financial
Budget Development - Work with the Director of Finance and the Education Program Manager to create the annual budget for the Community portion of the Agency Budget.Oversee spending within the community budget for related materials and supplies, and account for all discrepancies in addition to managing grant cycle budgets.Minimum Skill and Ability Requirements :
Minimum of B.A. or B.S. degree in Environmental Science, Education, or a related field or 4-5 years of relative work experience2-3 years experience in managing events, preferably community-driven.2-3 years of teaching experience in environmental education, science, and / or related fieldStrong natural history, ecology, and environmental knowledgeSignificant experience working with K – 12 school audiencesWillingness to handle live animals, including birds-of-prey, reptiles, small mammals, and a range of invertebratesValid driver’s licenseWorking knowledge of word processing and database management software, using the internet, and current education technologies that relate to science and environmental science educationCompensation : Salary Range $38,000-$42,000
Benefits & Paid Time Off : Full Time Staff Members are eligible to participate in our Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. NCNC also offers Life Insurance, STD, LTD, and accidental insurance at no cost to the employee. PTO including Vacation, Sick, and Personal. Paid Holidays.
To Apply :
Email cover letter and resume to Chelsey Hobby, chobby@newcanaannature.org.
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : $38,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year
Benefits :
Dental insuranceEmployee discountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insuranceSchedule :
Day shiftApplication Question(s) :
The Schedule for this position is Tuesday through Saturday. Are you available for this shift?Do you have event planning experience?Do you have teaching experience?Do you have experience handling animals? - Small mammals, reptiles, amphibians?Work Location : In person
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Salary : $38,000 - $42,000
