Field Station Education Coordinator

The University of Akron•Akron, OH

About The Position

Supports the efforts of The University of Akron Field Station by assisting with education programs which may be held at Bath Nature Preserve, Steiner Woods, Panzner Wetlands Wildlife Reserve and other off-site locations, including but not limited to Northeast Ohio K-12 schools, libraries, and The University of Akron Main campus. Assists with field trips and camps, exhibit creation, and with the preparation and implementation of special events. Communicates natural and cultural history, environmental, park related information to the public in person and through telephone, internet, park publications, social media, etc. Assists in maintaining a safe, clean work environmental for one's self, co-workers, and the public. Responds to hazardous situations and emergencies by taking corrective actions as capable and promptly notifying appropriate individuals and supervisory personnel. Plans and participates in stewardship activities and events including tree plantings, stream clean-ups, and invasive vegetation removal. Performs daily operational duties including, but not limited to, opening and closing building(s) and recording walk-in and program attendance. Assists in maintaining nature viewing areas and garden maintenance at the center. Citizen Science activities and monitoring (including, but not limited to, vegetation monitoring, pollinator surveys, amphibian, bird monitoring). Participates in field study activities e.g. bog monitoring and reptile/amphibian/mammal surveys. Other duties as assigned. Additional Position Information: Experience: One year experience working in a field station or similar environment. Education: Requires a Bachelor's Degree. Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please fill out an application and attach resume. Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin on January 2, 2026. Compensation: Compensation for this position is commensurate with experience. FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Non-Exempt) Union Affiliation (if applicable): For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed: Madilyn Otterbacher Email: [email protected] ________________________________________________________________________ Background Check Statement The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search. Non-Discrimination Statement The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. State of Residence Statement It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.

Requirements

One year experience working in a field station or similar environment
Requires a Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

Assisting with education programs
Assisting with field trips and camps
Exhibit creation
Preparation and implementation of special events
Communicating natural and cultural history, environmental, park related information to the public
Maintaining a safe, clean work environment
Responding to hazardous situations and emergencies
Planning and participating in stewardship activities and events
Performing daily operational duties
Assisting in maintaining nature viewing areas and garden maintenance
Citizen Science activities and monitoring
Participating in field study activities
Other duties as assigned