Educator-Seasonal Part time, FLSA Non-Exempt |
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To perform this position successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. JOB SUMMARY The role of the seasonal educator position for Porter County Parks and Recreation changes from season to season and will consist of evening and weekend hours. Duties include, but are not limited to, working with school and public education programs and events such as facilitating elementary aged field trips outside at park properties. Leading educational programs centered around the resident farm animals and nature trails. Taking a leadership role in the summer camp program, ran at Sunset Hill farm. As well as care and maintenance of the resident farm animals, including but not limited to weekend feedings, grooming, enclosure clean outs, daily health checks. Following the Porter County Parks and Recreation Master Plan priority and action schedule on education, the incumbent works with the Park’s staff to enhance the educational value of programs, festivals and events. The incumbent interacts with program participants, parents, teachers, leaders of visiting groups and must be outgoing, with a sincere and energetic desire to provide a quality and consistent experience and impact. This position reports to the Program Director. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS In addition to consistent and reliable attendance, the following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resources or Sciences, Agriculture, Recreation, Education or a related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job, which includes:
In addition, the successful candidate must be able to pass a criminal background check, have a valid Indiana driver’s license and safe driving record, as well as, a current CPR and First Aid Certification.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
To be successful in this position, the incumbent must:
WORK HOURS
Hours may vary according to seasonal programming and scheduled events. Incumbent must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed; as well as attend training prior to and while on the job.
PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position requires the ability to work outdoors and hike the various park areas. Work may require walking, standing, sitting, kneeling or crawling on various terrains in an outdoor setting with exposure to soiling of clothing or skin surface and possible inclement weather. The incumbent must be able to respond to emergency situations and/or those requiring first aid.
APPLICANT/EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The job description for the position of Educator for the Porter County Parks & Recreation Department describes the duties and responsibilities for employment in this position. I acknowledge that I have received this job description, and understand that it is not a contract of employment. I am responsible for reading this job description and complying with all job duties, requirements, and responsibilities contained herein, and any subsequent revisions.
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