What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Resources Educator position at Cornell University?
The educator will serve as a member of the Monroe County CCE staff to assist with implementation, evaluation and coordination of natural resource educational programs and activities in the county. The educator will specifically be providing education on climate change, energy conservation, watershed, and other natural resource topics as well as oversee the Climate Steward (Sea Grant) program in Monroe County.
- Bachelor’s degree or Equivalent Education. (Associate Degree plus 2 yrs transferrable program/functional experience).
- Experience relevant to the role of the position.
- Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
- Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
- Ability to clearly communicate (speak, read, and write proficiently) in English.
- Ability and willingness to work with diverse audiences and maintain cultural sensitivity.
- Ability to work and communicate remotely (including but not limited to phone, email, and video conferencing), if deemed necessary.
- Experience, ability, and willingness to work with diverse audiences and maintain cultural sensitivity.
- Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community, and professional leaders.
- Ability to communicate effectively, clearly, and tactfully through verbal, written and electronic methods.
- Ability and willingness to work with a high degree of integrity, accuracy, organization, sound professional judgment, and the ability to handle confidential, sensitive information.
- Ability to organize, manage, and prioritize multiple tasks, deadlines, requirements, and priorities to complete work in a timely manner and within established deadlines.
- Proficiency with windows-based software including use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel.
- Ability to work in a typical office environment which may include lifting, moving, and/or transporting office supplies, work related materials, and equipment with or without accommodation. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in teaching non-formal educational programs in energy efficiency and/or renewable energy.
- Experience establishing and working with community stakeholders, especially those with limited income.
- Experience with technology and online communications for websites, social media platforms, and virtual teaching and outreach.
- Ability to clearly communicate (speak, read, and write proficiently) in Spanish.
- Ability to present effective and relevant educational lessons to target audiences in group settings.
Program Delivery - 70%
- Deliver high quality environmental educational programs and events that address local, regional, and statewide programming priorities using existing program resources and materials.
- Utilize a variety of educational methods which may include direct teaching, group experiences, media, newsletters, electronic technology, internet, and distance learning to deliver program.
- Occasionally apply existing subject matter knowledge and utilize existing research-based curriculum to create lessons plans to deliver educational program.
- Serve as subject matter resource utilizing existing subject matter resources and materials to respond to questions about energy efficiency.
- Provide educational program efforts via mass media including contributing articles to newsletter, utilize emails, phone messages, and website postings.
- Interact with program participants representing CCE in a professional manner at all times.
- Represent CCE before the public, community leaders, government officials, Cornell, or other land grant Universities in a professional manner as part of program delivery.
- Implement program evaluation as designed.
- Interact with program participants to collect evaluation data.
- Assist in analyzing collected program evaluation data for reporting and program improvement purposes using standard, established policy, procedure, and methods.
- Communicate evaluation results and findings.
- Assist in recommending program changes to strengthen and improve programs.
- Assist with planning the delivery of established educational program goals.
- Assist with identifying key relationships to build/sustain programming.
- Assist with identifying program, activity, and resource needs necessary to implement initiatives and projects.
- May provide input to planning budget based on program feasibility needs and assist in identifying opportunities to expand activities.
- Assist with ensuring volunteer direction and management procedures are followed according to established policies and procedures by providing guidance, leadership and resources for volunteers and volunteer leaders including recruitment, screening, orientation, training, evaluation, and management.
- Assist in providing support to volunteers involved with program outreach and delivery including matching tasks to the individuals, providing informal feedback, problem-solving and regular communication, per established policies and procedures.
- Solve problems and resolve conflicts that arise utilizing appropriate policies and procedures and with guidance of supervisor as needed.
- Assist in identifying and recommending program needs (i.e., program supplies and materials).
- Coordinate identified administrative tasks to support the delivery of established educational program goals, i.e., confirming events; gathering materials and resources for program delivery; and ensuring delivery to offsite program locations.
- Coordinate Climate Steward and Energy Navigator volunteer programs.
- Coordinate special projects and communications/marketing efforts, as directed.
- Assist with maintaining communication with constituents and the community through variety of methods such as contributing educational articles to program newsletters, e-mails, electronic technology, internet, social media, and website postings.
- Maintain records of class participants, complete reports, and accurately collect and prepare paperwork as required.
- Assist in gathering information for grant/contract proposals as needed.
- Assist supervisor in supporting the administrative needs of writing grant/contract proposals as requested to ensure continued funding.
- Prepare and submit accurate expense reports, mileage reports, receipts/supporting documentation, and/or vouchers in a timely manner per established policy and procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality of all information and data collected, accessed and/or maintained.
- Provide data and information to assist with preparation of reports, impact statements, and success stories for funders, advisory committees, Board, and others as requested.
- This position may require the transport of self and/or program materials/resources in performing position responsibilities.
- In cooperation with the Supervisor, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes in programming and association priorities.
- Participate in all required orientation, training, and/or in-service meetings and trainings as scheduled/required.
- Pursue personal growth through expanding personal knowledge of the total organization and through updating techniques and technical skills relating to the position.
- Carry out assignments and other duties as assigned by supervisor, including but not limited to local fairs, community activities, etc.
- Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Cooperative Extension programs and other duties as assigned.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
- Support the association to maintain a safe working environment.
- Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
- Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.
- Conduct all programming and activities in accordance with the Civil Rights Act, Title IX Rehabilitation, Americans with Disabilities Act, and local, state, and regional affirmative action plans.
- Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers, and the public.
- Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences.
- Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension to the public, community leaders, colleagues, volunteers, members of Cornell University faculty and staff, government officials and the general public in a professional manner.
- Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association policies, procedures, and Cornell Skills for Success.
- Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely, and accurate manner.
- At all times act in a professional Customer Service manner including but not limited to business-like demeanor, tactful communications, cooperative, helpful, positive, and receptive manner.
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POSITION DETAILS:
This is a full-time, non-exempt position, scheduled to work 40 hours per week.
COMPENSATION and BENEFITS:
Hourly wage commensurate with experience.
Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including:
- Vacation, Sick and Personal time
- Paid Holidays
- NYS Health Insurance Program (including no cost dental insurance)
- NYS Retirement
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Tax Deferred Annuity
- Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Group Universal Life Insurance
- Voluntary Personal Accidental Insurance
- Voluntary Legal Plan Insurance
- Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance
- Voluntary Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance
- Voluntary Pet Insurance
- Voluntary New York’s College Savings Program
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APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Review of applications will begin immediately. Position will remain open for applications until satisfactory pool has been identified. For priority consideration, apply by 11:59pm on April 25, 2022.
Contact Kimberly at wsbn-recruiter@cornell.edu with questions.
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HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered all applicants are requested to:
(1) Complete *ALL* sections of the O nline Application
(2) Upload/attach a Cover Letter
(3) Upload/attach a Resume
(4) Upload/attach names and contact info for at least 3 Professional References
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The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require an accommodation so you may participate in the selection process you are encouraged to contact the recruiter listed above.
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No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.
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Job Title:
Association Subject Educator ILevel:
004Pay Rate Type:
HourlyCompany:
Contract CollegeContact Name:
Kimberly AmeyNumber of Openings:
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