Education Center Director - SE Kansas Nature Center

Key Responsibilities

• Serves as the Director of the Southeast Kansas Nature Center.
• Codifies public programs and activities including the development and implementation of on-site wildlife programs, and evaluates the effectiveness of these programs.
• Develops and delivers programs, lectures, tours, outreach programs, field trips, workshops, media programs, special events and seminars.
• Serves as the Southeast Kansas contact for the Outdoor Wildlife Learning Site (OWLS) program.
• Maintains the nature center site, including managing the care of live animals and other exhibits and displays.
• Reports maintenance needs and conditions to supervisors and city officials, ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Standards.
• Manages the facility budget, coordinates procurement of supplies and equipment, maintains visitation and program records, and issues reports on needs, condition, and progress of the center's programs and facilities.
• Maintains current inventory records, prepares a variety of informational media, and disseminates information to interested individuals, groups, and organizations.
• Answers questions to expand or reinforce details of presentations, displays, etc., and supervises part-time staff and volunteers.
• Fosters good working relationships and serves as liaison between the Southeast Kansas Nature Center and other state agencies, public and private schools, local communities, and the general public.
• Attends meetings and conferences as necessary.

Minimum Requirements

• Two years of experience in developing and delivering training materials and presentations.
• Knowledge of ecological relationships, wildlife management, conservation application, skills in presentations and delivery of content, general knowledge of environmental education, and computer application skills.
• The ability to speak effectively before groups of all ages, organize and express information in concise written form, and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to pass a background check are required.

Benefits

• Health and Insurance: Immediate group health, dental, and vision coverage and life insurance coverage.
• Retirement and Options: Retirement plan and optional deferred compensation.
• Paid Leave: Holidays, sick leave, vacation leave, and parental leave.