Program Specialist, Community, Engagement & Education
About The Position
Irvine Ranch Conservancy ( IRC ) has an opening for a full-time P rogram Specialist within the Community Engagement and Education program. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with a variety of people and wants to contribute to meaningful outcomes. The Program Specialist is primarily responsible for implementing engaging and meaningful public activities that will support other IRC p rogram a reas. Primary tasks include guided recreational and stewardship activities, community outreach, and classroom visitations . The regular work schedule includes Saturday . The Successful Candidate will have a bachelor's degree in environmental science s , social sciences, recreation , or similar field of study ; at least one (1) year of related work experience ; and the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Demonstrated successful experience working and communicating with diverse groups , including youth . Successful experience implementing environmental or other interpretation activities. Communication proficiency , both verbal and written. Experience with Microsoft Office 365, particularly working in the SharePoint environment .
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science s , social sciences, recreation , or similar field of study
- At least one (1) year of related work experience
- Demonstrated successful experience working and communicating with diverse groups , including youth
- Successful experience implementing environmental or other interpretation activities
- Communication proficiency , both verbal and written
- Experience with Microsoft Office 365, particularly working in the SharePoint environment
Responsibilities
- Implementing engaging and meaningful public activities that will support other IRC program areas
- Guided recreational and stewardship activities
- Community outreach
- Classroom visitations
Benefits
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
- Life and short- and long-term disability insurance
- 401K plan with employer match
- Flexible spending account and dependent care spending plan (FSA)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
