PROGRAM ASSISTANT: A Permanent, Full-time Position. Pay: $33,854. Dates: Start June 27, 2016.
Location: PNW BOCES Center for Environmental Education, Yorktown Heights, New York.
Qual: Requirements include • Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Natural Science, Ecology, Conservation or closely related field • Minimum of four years of experience in a nature center, residential center, school, zoo or camp. Individual should • have good knowledge of the principles of the natural sciences and sustainability • be highly organized, detail-oriented, self-directed and able to multi-task • have strong communication skills • use sound professional judgment • be able to perform some manual labor • be proficient in MS software applications • have a car to drive to schools (mileage reimbursed). Position includes housing. Must be available to provide weekend coverage on a rotating basis with other staff. Must qualify through civil service. Excellent benefit and retirement package.
Duties: CEE is a unique and innovative, non-residential program in southeastern NY. We provide environmental, cultural, and character building programs to some 30,000 K-12 children in 30 school districts each year. The Assistant’s responsibilities include both instruction and administration. In addition to teaching, this position overseas the day-to-day aspects of the student programs and facility, and works closely with the Coordinator on other components of the program Responsibilities include:• setting up and maintaining program schedule • serving as lead instructor • planning and developing programs • handling and caring for raptors, mammals and reptiles • coordinating summer camp program • assisting in the selection, supervision and training of staff • preparing and creating displays and exhibits.
Appl: Send Cover Letter, Resume and 3 references.
Contact: PNW BOCES, Dorna Schroeter, Program Coordinator, 200 BOCES Dr, Yorktown Heights, New York 10598. Ph.: 914-248-2335, Email: dschroeter@pnwboces.org, Website: www.pnwboces.org/environmental.
Filing Date: 5/13/16.