Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S11904P

Working Title Environmental Educator Program Specialist - Camp Jekyll

Department CAES-Jekyll Island

About the University of Georgia

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About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type External

Retirement Plan TRS

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Schedule may vary with guest and activities on center

Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date 04/08/2024

Open until filled Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date 06/02/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy Camp Jekyll

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).



Position Information

Classification Title Public Service Paraprofessional/Professional

FLSA Non-Exempt

FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

This position reports directly to the Program Coordinator and focuses on the Georgia 4-H Environmental Education Program at Camp Jekyll located on Jekyll Island GA. Work includes leading K-12 students attending multiple-day field studies in multi-disciplinary classes in the outdoors. Class subjects offered include life and earth science and focus on coastal ecology and marine science. This role will support the Program Coordinator with the development and dissemination of contracts, schedules for visiting groups, and instructor teaching rotations. Other duties include occasional supervision of seasonal staff members when the Director or Program Coordinator is not present, care of captive marine and reptile wildlife in the herpetology lab, curriculum development, assisting in cleanup of facilities, serving in the dining hall on KP (kitchen patrol) as assigned, aiding the Program Coordinator with training seasonal staff, operating the Canteen souvenir store when assigned, and being a part of a rotating evening on-call assignment. This person will also assist with Georgia 4-H Summer Camping Program and provide support to the overall operation of Camp Jekyll.

Separate staff housing is provided on-site. Staff person is not required to chaperone children overnight, although frequent evening programs and weekend work.

www.jekyll4h.org

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Skill in teaching a wide variety of subjects to youth 6-18 years old
- Broad knowledge of outdoor education and able to work in an outdoor setting
- Ability to work with and care for reptiles, amphibians, marine fish/invertebrates/mollusks
- Ability to communicate effectively with youth, adults, and young adults
- Ability to work independently
- Trained in, or willingness to be trained in, CPR/FA/AED/Lifeguarding

Physical Demands

Lift up to 40 pounds. Sit for significant periods of time while working at a computer; standing and lifting cleaning supplies, teaching supplies; sitting while driving or attending meetings. Be comfortable working in all types of weather conditions. Walk approximately 3 miles a day. Driving.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.



Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Independently lead environmental educational classes.

Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities

Assist Program Coordinator with contracts and schedules.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Feeding, cleaning, and maintenance of captive animal collection.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Weekend day and overnight on-call duty.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Dining hall assistance. Assist with sales in the Canteen.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Supervision of seasonal staff members.

Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Richard Chewning

Recruitment Contact Email richrich@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone



Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents Optional Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information