About this position
Working directly with the public, you will lead the delivery of indoor and outdoor environmental education programs to visitors of all ages and abilities. Working within a larger front-line services team, you’ll follow established education plans, policies and procedures to ensure quality and consistency in the delivery of hands-on and engaging programs.
Knowledge of Alberta's environment and experience in the delivery of environmental education programs and activities to a variety of ages will ensure your success in supporting Bow Habitat Station in building environmentally conscious communities engaged in conservation and stewardship action.
What you'll do
- Lead the delivery of environmental education programs and activities
- Deliver engaging indoor and outdoor environmental education programs and activities to schools, public and groups of all ages and abilities
- Share approved messaging that helps to build understanding and appreciation of Alberta’s fish and their aquatic environments
- Support the development of online educational content (example: social media, newsletters)
- Maintain and support the development of program resources
- Analyze and troubleshoot program-related issues as they arise
- Support with the ongoing improvement in the delivery of programs and activities
Support the delivery of front-line visitor services
- Deliver professional, friendly and accurate information to visitors
- Support with processing of front-line sales
- Monitor and support with troubleshooting of displays, exhibits and public resources
- Work collaboratively with the team to address operational issues as they arise
- Provide support with the management of café and gift shop products
- Support volunteers in their roles and responsibilities (sharing knowledge, assisting in training sessions)
Support in achieving mandates, goals, vision and mission
- Maintain a strong knowledge of programs and experiences available at BHS
- Establish and maintain positive and professional relationships with coworkers, visitors, volunteers and partners
- Support special projects under the direction of the Program Coordinators, as required
- Demonstrate a continued commitment to learning through participation in training opportunities relevant to the position
- Adhere to established policies, guidelines and current messaging, including following worksite OHS guidelines and procedures
What you'll need
A high school diploma and a minimum of one year of related experience in the delivery of environmental education programs to clients of various ages and abilities is required (examples: interpretation, teaching, guiding).
Prior to hire, applicants must obtain:
- Standard First Aid Level C CPR with AED
- A Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check
- Ability to work a shifted schedule including weekends and the occasional evening shift
Costs of First Aid training and Criminal Record Check will be the responsibility of the final candidates.
What you have
- Knowledge of education and program delivery strategies for all ages and abilities
- Knowledge of general science such as wildlife biology, entomology and/or botany
- Knowledge of natural resource stewardship practices, particularly with respect to Alberta's management of air, land, water and biodiversity
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
- Exceptional, friendly, and professional program delivery skills
- Experience working in a fast-paced, visitor-focused environment
- The ability to adapt program delivery styles to meet the needs of audiences
- The ability to identify and effectively communicate and address front-line issues
- Strong interpersonal skills with experience working effectively and collaboratively within a team
- Strong customer services skills, exhibiting tact and diplomacy at all times
- Strong attention to detail
- A continued desire to learn
Terms of employment
- Temporary seasonal contract for April through September 2024
- Part-time or full-time opportunities(21-35 hours weekly)
- Shifts primarily Tuesdays through Saturdays
- Hourly wages start at $21.99, plus 11% vacation pay and shift premium of $3.25/hour for weekend shifts
Apply now
We are currently seeking qualified individuals for the 2024 Summer Season. Apply by December 4, 2023.
Send a resume and a short cover letter to bow.habitat@gov.ab.ca Please indicate ‘Environmental Educator’ in the subject line of the email. Include preference for full-time or part-time hours.
In the cover letter, include why you are interested in working at Bow Habitat Station and how your previous experiences will ensure success in this position. Applicants without a cover letter will not be considered.