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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 05/14/19

Applications Due05/28/19

Vacancy ID68963

NY HELPNo

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleEnvironmental Education Assistant (Seasonal)

Occupational CategoryEducation, Teaching

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $16.46 to $16.46 Hourly

Employment Type Part-Time

Part-time Percent 80%

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday

Hours Per Week 32

Workday

From 7 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Suffolk

Street Address 50 Circle Road

City Stony Brook

StateNY

Zip Code11790

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must have a minimum of one year of experience in environmental education programs; or one year of college study with specialization in natural sciences, natural resources, or environmental education.

Duties Description 1) Education: Teach programs independently in school classrooms, as well as conduct programs for adults and the general public in both indoor and outdoor settings.
2) Teacher Training Assistance: Help education staff conduct educator workshops using national environmental education programs such as Projects WILD, Learning Tree and WET (Water Education for Teachers).
3) Public Outreach: Speak with the public at fairs, festivals, or other events on the mission and goals of NYSDEC and to educate the public about the environment and natural resources.
4) Support: Assist education staff with answering questions from the public, scheduling programs, creating lesson plans, filing documents, maintaining collections and supplies.
5) Design: Create new classroom lessons and public programs for outreach.

Additional Comments Must have valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Travel and working early morning, evenings and weekends will be required, some overnight travel to be expected. Typical work week and length of position will be discussed at interview.

This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with an anticipated end date of 3/31/20. Program needs will determine actual termination date, which may be prior to the date above. Actual work schedule, duties, and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Heath Boomhower

Telephone 518-402-9273

Fax 518-402-9038

Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease mail or email your resume to the above. Please be sure to include Posting #19-311 on your resume and also in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted. Please include a copy of your college transcript. An unofficial copy is acceptable.

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