Environmental Educator

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATOR City of Edinburg in Edinburg, TX is actively seeking a dedicated Environmental Educator to perform a variety of public infrastructure. Are you seeking engaging work? Do you wish to advance your career in engineering? Does working for a rapidly growing city sound appealing to you? If so, please continue reading!The Environmental Educator earns competitive pay of $13.38/hr.  If this sounds like the right opportunity to work with a variety of recreational programs, apply to join our team today!ABOUT CITY OF EDINBURGEdinburg is the fastest growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and is among the top five fastest-growing cities in the state. It has been recognized as an all-American city three times by the National Civic League, placing it among a handful of outstanding communities in the nation. Our wonderful city has exceptional entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, which makes it a great place to work.Our employees share our dedication to the city, which is why we like to show them our appreciation for their commitment. We do this by providing competitive compensation, exceptional PTO opportunities, and other great benefits to help them lead healthy, productive lives. We care about people, and that includes both our residents and employees! A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATOR As an Environmental Educator, you perform routine work to assist the Environmental Education Coordinator with conducting programs, tours, and activities for school groups and other visitors. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of imitative and independent judgment. You will conduct educational and skill-based programs on nature, the environment and wildlife. While providing interpretation on nature, the environment and wild life to the public through public outreach programs and activities at local schools and hospitals. You may also spend your day developing, implementing and conducting educational programs, and research ideas. Your job is essential, you plan, film, and create on-line content for our YouTube Channel and Facebook page. You are constantly on your toes and ready for any new and unexpected challenges that may arise. You enjoy being helpful and have no problem providing assistance and support to other divisions within the department as needed. The city needs someone like you with knowledge in environmental education programs, and you finding genuine enjoyment in what you do!QUALIFICATIONS FOR A ENVIROMENTAL EDUCATION COORDINATOR Required Education: Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with a two year Associate's degree, diploma or equivalent from a college, technical, business, vocational, or correspondence school. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training.Education Preference: Bachelor Degree in related fieldEducational Substitute: Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.Required Work Experience: Requires over one (1) year of experience in natural history interpretation, environmental education, wildlife, and/or environmental science.Work Preference: Three (3) years' experience in natural history interpretation, environmental education, wildlife, and/or environmental science.Must have a current valid class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety with a satisfactory driving record.Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred.Are you someone who prefers hands-on work? Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills? Are you attentive to detail? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Is dependability one of your strengths? If yes, you might just be perfect for this Environmental Educator position!READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?If you feel that you have the right skills in accounting to succeed as our Environmental Educator apply now using our mobile-friendly application.Location: 78541

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