Education - Program Coordinator

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center • Anchorage, AK

104d • $25 - $27

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Education, the Education Program Coordinator develops, coordinates, and delivers educational programs and interpretive materials that advance the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center’s mission. The role supervises education staff and volunteers while balancing program development, daily operations, and front-line educational experiences.

The schedule varies with programming needs and season, including weekends, holidays, early mornings, evenings, and overnight work. The regular schedule includes weekends and will not exceed 40 hours per week; exceptions exceeding 40 hours are subject to overtime. The coordinator also serves as a backup Manager on Duty and supports other departments as needed.

The starting pay range is $25–$27 per hour. To apply, candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references. Interview candidates will be asked to provide samples from past programs.

Requirements

• Ability to conceptualize, organize, motivate, and lead others toward a shared vision and programming goals.
• Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator for developing interpretive and educational materials.
• Educated and confident public-speaking skills.
• Ability to work proactively, meet deadlines, and build program resources in a timely manner.
• Ability to help create and maintain a productive, fun, and positive work environment.
• Strong commitment to teamwork and communication.
• Comfort connecting with diverse learners.
• Comfort interpreting wildlife, geography, culture, and history of Alaska and Portage Valley.
• Comfort and ability working around animals in human care.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme wind, temperatures, rain, and winter conditions.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including cleaning and moving up to 40 pounds.
• Professional, positive, and respectful attitude and strong work ethic.
• Excellent customer-service skills.
• Competence using Microsoft Suite.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Must have received or be willing to receive tetanus and rabies vaccinations by date of hire; proof of vaccinations is required.
• Schedule includes weekends and may include holidays, early mornings, evenings, and overnight work.

Nice To Haves

• BA or BS degree in a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience.
• Second language ability.
• Dena’ina language familiarity.
• National Association of Interpretation Certificate of Interpretive Guiding.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver educational programs and interpretive materials that advance AWCC’s mission.
• Foster connections with wildlife and the natural world while highlighting AWCC’s mission.
• Oversee booking and scheduling of field trip and outreach programming, accommodating the needs of schools, teachers, and students.
• Edit interpretive copy for signage and interpretive media; proofread and review interpretive materials and educational programming.
• Assist with staff scheduling to meet programming needs.
• Track and report programming and participation numbers.
• Coordinate and supervise education programs.
• Develop and facilitate education programs and coordinate educational events for the public.
• Serve as a frontline interpreter and educator.
• Recruit and supervise AWCC volunteers and track and report volunteer contribution data.
• Feed, water, clean, and train animals used in educational programs as needed; assist with animal-care feedings and cleaning as needed or requested.
• Assist with the Alaska Beluga Monitoring Partnership as a lead observer and ensure minimum volunteer monitoring contributions are met.
• Serve as a backup Manager on Duty.
• Support other departments as necessary and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 12 paid holidays, including the employee’s birthday.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; AWCC covers 100% of the premium.
• Sick leave up to 56 hours per year.
• PTO accumulation package.
• Option to enroll in a 403(b) retirement plan, with 5% company matching after one year of service.
• Housing available in a limited-capacity, bunkhouse-style arrangement; security deposit and monthly rent apply.
• Continuing education opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed