Preserve Conservation Educator

Las Vegas Valley Water District

6d • Onsite

About The Position

INTRODUCTION: Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The candidate hired will be required to pass a drug screening, background check and may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation.

GENERAL PURPOSE Under general supervision, engages guests and visitors of various ages in conservation education sessions, events and activities throughout Preserve venues; participates in planning, developing, implementing and conducting a variety of programs and activities for audiences including adults, families and youth; tracks program participation and evaluates results; and performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of: Principles, theories and practices of geology, biology, ecology and environmental sciences as they relate to Preserve educational and Nature Exchange programs and activities; Southern Nevada flora, fauna and minerals; basic principles, practices, methods and techniques of educational programming to provide natural science education for school age children through specialized teaching techniques, instructional materials and hands-on activities; basic provisions of Nevada State K-12 curriculum standards; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation; administrative practices and procedures, including record keeping and filing practices and procedures; guest and customer service techniques and etiquette; basic project management principles and practices.
• Ability to: Lead engaging visitor-focused educational programming; conduct standard research, evaluate alternatives and recommend effective concepts and approaches for informal educational programming and activities; operate a computer, other standard office equipment and standard business and specialized program software; organize, set priorities and exercise sound judgment within areas of responsibility; apply critical thinking skills and insight in identifying and analyzing program and operational issues and needs; present ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse individuals and audiences; work collaboratively in a team environment with managers and staff in a variety of educational, scientific and professional disciplines in developing, implementing and monitoring programs; prepare clear, comprehensive and accurate written materials and records for program and business purposes; represent the Preserve effectively in a variety of public settings; use tact, discretion, courtesy and patience in dealing with sensitive issues and situations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, employees, guests, volunteers and others encountered in the course of work.
• Training and Experience: A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in a natural science, museum studies or education; and one year of responsible experience in educational programming, curatorial work or working with school-age children in a formal or informal educational environment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• A valid Nevada driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District's vehicle insurance policy.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in providing instruction in an outdoors environment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Engages guests and visitors of various ages in conservation education sessions, events and activities throughout Preserve venues
• Participates in planning, developing, implementing and conducting a variety of programs and activities for audiences including adults, families and youth
• Tracks program participation and evaluates results
• Performs related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level