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Seasonal (Summer) Conservation Educators

STATE OF WYOMING
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ATTP99-2021-00080-Seasonal Conservation Educator-Whiskey Mountain


SALARY:$13.73 Hourly
LOCATION: Dubois
OPENING DATE: 01/19/21
CLOSING DATE: Continuous


Open Until Filled 
 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 


The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking three (3) Seasonal Conservation Educators at the Whiskey Mountain Conservation Camp near Dubois, Wyoming. The Conservation Educators will assist in outreach and education efforts by leading two-week-long overnight youth camps and five overnight family camps at the Whiskey Mountain Conservation Camp (WMCC) near Dubois, providing the public with information about wildlife, fisheries, habitat management, ecology, hunting, fishing, and other outdoor recreation skills. This position involves an irregular work schedule. Housing is provided at the WMCC. 

Human Resource Contact: Laura Curtis 307-777-4507 laura.curtis1@wyo.gov


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

 
  • Delivering high-quality, engaging programming to youth and family groups. 
  • Maintaining a collection of education materials.
  • Co-leading safe, engaging, and fun camp experiences for high school students and families.
  • Informing and educating the public about conservation and the Wyoming Game and Fish mission.
  • Assisting with routine clean up and set up of program areas. 
  • Sharing a passion and knowledge of Wyoming’s abundant wildlife, recreational opportunities, and rich natural history. 

QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERENCES: 


Preference will be given to those working towards or who have a bachelor's degree in education, wildlife/fisheries biology, biological sciences, environmental science, ecology, or related field.
Preference will be given to those who have experience working with high school-aged students, instructing all ages including adults.
Preference will be given to those who have experience safely supervising students in an outdoor education environment.
Preference will be given to those who have knowledge of a variety of outdoor skills including orienteering, first aid, fishing, archery, firearm safety, wildlife ecology, and outdoor recreation.
Preference will be given to those with current Wilderness First Aid Responder and/or CPR certification.


KNOWLEDGE:

 
  • Must be able to work well independently with minimal supervision, as well as able to work well with others on a team.
  • Requires a flexible schedule including long (14+ hour) days up to 8 consecutive days, working evenings and weekends.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work with all ages and backgrounds.
  • Must have the ability to work outdoors in varied terrain and weather conditions, and be comfortable pulling trailers and operating 4WD vehicles.
  • Must be able to responsibly maintain direct supervision of children while involved with activities such as fishing, canoeing, archery, air rifle, long hikes, outdoor science investigations, and team builders. 
  • Knowledge of regional ecology and wildlife, in addition to experience with archery, fishing, navigation, first aid, canoeing, and other outdoor recreation skills.
  • Must have excellent communication skills, strong organizational and leadership skills, enthusiasm, flexibility, and a passion for working with students.
  • Must demonstrate teaching skills and the ability to implement creative "hands-on" teaching methods.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


None - See "Preferences"


 
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

 
  • Weekend and evening work will be required.


NOTES:

 
  • FLSA: Non-exempt
  • Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment.
  • The position requires completing a basic Adult + Child CPR and Basic First Aid certification (provided by WGFD).
  • The tentative starting date is May 17, 2021.
  • The tentative ending date is August 7, 2021.
  • Uniform and other necessary gear will be provided when in the field.
  • Department housing is provided.
  • Please attach a cover letter to the online state application. The cover letter should include career plans, relevant experience teaching outdoors, other qualifications that indicate suitability for the job, and availability dates.
  • CONTACT: For more information regarding this position, contact Ashley Leonard, Conservation Education Coordinator at ashley.leonard@wyo.gov or 307-421-3678.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
040-Wyoming Game and Fish Department - Office of the Director

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Class Code #ATTP99
Job # 2021-00080
ATTP99-2021-00080-SEASONAL CONSERVATION EDUCATOR-WHISKEY MOUNTAIN

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. No notice of eligibility will be sent to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.