Education Specialist

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The purpose of the Education Specialist supports the Mission-Aransas National Estuarine Research Reserve (Reserve) and the University of Texas Marine Science Institute (UTMSI) by developing and delivering environmental education programs for K-12 students, college groups, the public, and community audiences.

This position plays a key role in creating innovative, standards-aligned programming, and implementing high-quality, hands-on learning experiences both onsite and in the field.

POSITION IS LOCATED AT THE BAY EDUCATION CENTER IN ROCKPORT, TEXAS.

Position is expected to renew annually if funding is available. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

• Design, develop, and deliver Bay Education Center programs, Science on a Sphere, K-12 programs, community education, and help with other scheduled indoor or outdoor education programs, and exhibits, including staffing of part time staff and volunteers.

• Responsible for publicity of the Bay Education Center, science, education, and community-involvement programs of the Bay Education Center through various avenues, including presentations, Bay Talk series, social media, brochures, etc.

• Oversee Bay Education Center budgets and purchases, provide annual reports if needed and other reporting and presentations.

• Greet visitors and provide engaging, accurate, and age-appropriate information about the exhibits, marine science research, and local coastal ecosystems.

• Oversee daily supervision and work direction for BEC part time staff and volunteers including contributing to annual performance evaluations and managing work schedules

  and annual leave. Support volunteer recruitment efforts, such as orientation and appreciation events as needed.

• Assist with other UTMSI/Reserve programs and projects, as assigned, such as WIMS, TOTE Workshops, Monarch Madness, Summer Science, etc.

• Draft and monitor Rockport Hotel Occupancy Tax quarterly reports and annual renewal request.

• Other related functions as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of recent experience presenting formal or informal education or interpretation programs.
• One year supervisory experience.
• Familiarity with common Microsoft Windows software, such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Basic knowledge of environmental ecology
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Marine Science, Environmental Education/ Interpretation, or a closely related field.
• Three to five years of recent experience in development and implementation of formal or informal education or environmental interpretation programs.
• Experience developing and implementing environmental education programs.
• Knowledge of marine and estuarine ecology.
• Prior experience operating or crewing on small vessels and conducting water activities.

$44,000 annually

Schedule is Tuesday through Saturday; 8 am - 5 pm

* Combination of office, classroom, laboratory, and outdoor field environments.

* Year-round exposure to variable weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, wind, and occasional coastal storms.

* Fieldwork may involve boat-based operations, wading in shallow waters, and walking over uneven, sandy, or muddy terrain.

* Tuesday-Saturday schedule with occasional evenings, weekends, or overnight travel for programs, workshops, and outreach events.

* Lifting and carrying of educational materials and field equipment (up to ~40 lbs).

* Potential travel within the Reserve boundaries and to partner sites, as well as to attend trainings or education-focused conferences.

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left-hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.