The North Carolina Aquariums on Roanoke Island is seeking a dynamic, efficient, and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Public Programs Educator. Reporting directly to the Education Curator, this position is primarily responsible for the development and implementation of educational programs to the public, school groups, and special interest groups. The Educator will present multiple public programs on environmental and marine science topics throughout the day that incorporate a variety of experiential learning methods. They will assist with touch pool coverage, respond to visitor questions, work with our animal ambassador program, develop content for exhibit signage, utilize electronic communication systems, facilitate internships, and oversee public onsite educational events. This position works collaboratively with multiple departments to achieve the overall mission of the Aquariums.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Design and implement daily public programs for guests that may include the use of live animals, biofacts, or additional educational tools.
- Design and implement onsite educational events days that highlight local community partnerships, current conservation efforts, specific species, etc.
- Assist with hiring, training, evaluating, and supervising seasonal staff, interns, and volunteers
- Assist with program scheduling as necessary
- Assist with Touch Pool Coverage
- Utilize technology and A/V equipment to develop and conduct presentations
- Develop educational content for exhibit signage
- Evaluate education programs for effectiveness and conservation messaging
- Serve as a resource for teachers and community members
Position/Physical Requirements:
- Weekend, evening, and holiday work will be required.
- Must meet DNCR Fleet Safety Guidelines and have ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
- To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form.
- Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.
Qualified candidates must have or be able to:
- Experience in developing and presenting effective and engaging public programs in an informal setting, preferably in a zoo, aquarium, nature center, museum, outdoor education center or similar setting.
- Experience presenting and handling live animals.
- Experience in educational program design and assembly related to science, marine, or aquatic sciences.
Experience Required
- Bachelor's degree in Art History, Biology, Botany, Conservation, Education, History or Zoology from an appropriately accredited institution AND and two years of museum or related work; OR or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Salary
- Recruitment Range $34,270 - $45,473
