Environmental Education Assistant - West Hempstead, United States - Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

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West Hempstead, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Minimum Qualifications
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

"Environmental education" is defined as teaching about or interpreting the natural world, the principles of ecology, natural resources management, and environmental quality management. It deals with the interrelationships of plants, animals, and the non-living environment and emphasizes human interactions with these components.

Examples of Acceptable Qualifying Experience:

Experience as a naturalist at a nature setting; an instructor in an environmental education program; or as a designer of environmental education programs for youth organizations such as scouting groups, 4 H clubs, YMCA, etc.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination.

Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State.

While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.

Duties Description

Under the direction of the Park Manager and Environmental Educator 1, the Environmental Education Assistant will assist with educational programming for adults, children, school groups, camp groups, and scout groups at the Environmental Education and Resiliency Center.

They will also keep detailed records and assist with organizing our volunteer and internship program.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Conduct environmental education programs by leading interpretive walks, preparing and teaching lessons, and presenting slide and film programs. Plan, prepare and build displays, exhibits and other teaching aids.
Assist in researching, writing, and producing educational and promotional materials.
Make arrangements for programs by suggesting program content, scheduling programs and registering participants, and preparing materials and teaching aids.
Clean, repair and maintain facilities, equipment and exhibits.
Assist higher level Environmental Education/Interpretation and Recreation staff by preparing reports, conducting training, supervising seasonal staff and interns as assigned, and performing other support activities.
Keep detailed records and assist with organizing volunteer and internship programs.
Care and maintenance of exhibit animals: ensure all housing is kept clean and that the requirements necessary for the health of the animals are met. Handling of animals will be required including snakes, lizards, and turtles; various amphibians; raptors).
Interact with and help Resiliency Center patrons and assist in display upkeep.

Additional Comments

OPERATING NEEDS:

Ability to read and understand written and/or verbal material and instructions, ability to do simple math such as add, subtract, multiply and divide, ability to work with Excel, Power Point, MS Word, Access and Canva.
Ability to speak in front of groups
Care for small animals.
The appointee will be expected to work weekends, various shifts, holidays, and special events as required to provide operational coverage.

BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:

Paid Time Off:

44 days 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays
Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development

Health Care Benefits:

Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

Additional Benefits:

New York State Employees' Retirement System (ERS) Membership
NYS Deferred Compensation
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Paid Parental / Family Leave

The posted hiring rate is the sum of the statutory hiring rate for PS&T Grade 8 ($37,448) and the Downstate Adjustment ($3,400).

The posted job rate is the sum of the statutory job rate ($48,294) and the Downstate Adjustment ($3,400)

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