Education Manager

National Audubon Society•Naples, FL

1d•$63,000 - $68,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Education Manager is responsible for all aspects of planning, developing, delivering, and managing all environmental education activities, programs, events, and promotion at Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary. Tasks include staff recruitment, training, and supervision; education program, activity and event development, coordination, delivery, and oversight; communications and marketing; report writing and review; budget and statistics planning, tracking and management; coordination of educational exhibits and displays; and support of other conservation and education activities at the Sanctuary. The Education Manager will also lead implementation of Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary’s strategic education objectives and goals, as well as establishing and launching new and innovative education program models. The Education Manager must be able to work well under pressure and manage a fast-paced schedule, be a skilled and effective communicator, and be able to effectively develop, plan and lead programs for ages two to adult, including school programs. Most work will take place at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, with occasional visits and meetings in other locations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in environmental studies/science, education, natural science, biology, outdoor recreation, or related field required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of five years’ leadership experience in environmental education, including outdoor education.
Proven skills in teaching, lesson planning, program design, and assessment in formal and informal settings to diverse audiences, including children, adults, and families.
Knowledge of Florida ecology and wildlife conservation issues or willingness to learn.
Minimum one year of experience managing and mentoring staff and/or volunteers and fostering a supportive and effective team environment.
Must be self-motivated, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Have good attention to detail, with excellent time management and organizational skills, and capable of balancing a fast-paced work environment and multiple deadlines.
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with a wide range of audiences, including excellent customer service skills.
At least one year of experience planning, tracking, and managing budgets and revenue; fundraising and grant writing experience is highly desired.
Must be able to accompany/lead/supervise participants on guided tours over varied terrain in often hot and humid weather among insects and animals.
Able to maneuver with materials and equipment over moderate distances, including steps, and load/unload them from a Audubon vehicles or cart, with or without accommodation.
Proficiency in MS Office, comfortable in using other software applications, and capacity to learn new software.
Minimum one year of experience and skill in working with digital photos and video, email, internet, and social media.
Must have current first aid and adult/child/infant CPR certifications or obtain such certification by start date.
Must be available for occasional weekend and evening work.
Occasional out-of-state travel required.
Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license for operating an Audubon vehicle to transport program participants, materials and supplies, animal ambassadors, staff, volunteers, etc.
Must have the ability to obtain a Florida Class II Wildlife License from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission through practical experience in this position over the course of a year.
Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.

Responsibilities

Manage, schedule, design, deliver, evaluate, and document all aspects of a high quality environmental and outdoor education programs and events for diverse audiences of all ages (children, school and university groups, youth, families, adults, general public, private groups, donors, etc.), including the use of booking and ticketing software.
Manage recruitment, training, scheduling and supervision of education staff and volunteers, and ensure adherence to health and safety protocols.
Establish new and innovative programs, revenue models, educational approaches, and best practices and expand client base.
Prepare and communicate, in coordination with the Communications Team, all education and visitor related promotions, marketing, social media, web content, flyers, signage, displays, and presentations.
Liaise and meet with the public, group leaders, partners, agencies, schools, community groups, donors, and foundation representatives to ensure a positive experience, develop new partnerships, and increase program participation.
Develop and manage an annual budget, track all revenues and expenditures, facilitate opportunities for donations and sponsorships, and help prepare funding applications.
Develop annual plans and implement Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary’s Strategic Plan Education Objectives.
Serve as an ambassador for Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary and its mission throughout the community, including at conferences, meetings, advisory boards, festivals, and other events.
Oversee care and use of ambassador animals at the Sanctuary.
Maintains and fosters a culture of safety.
Other job-related duties as assigned.