MARINE EDUCATION ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE

About This Job

LUMCON, a program of the Board of Regents, as a consortium is a statewide academic endeavor to focus and strengthen the effectiveness of foundational marine science needed to address the environmental and socioeconomic challenges facing Louisiana and the nation. LUMCON has provided unparalleled opportunities in marine science and education to the research community and public alike. Anchored by a first-rate marine laboratory, the DeFelice Marine Center, LUMCON is embedded in Louisiana’s dynamic wetland environment and conveniently located on a gateway to the open waters of the Gulf. From this facility, LUMCON operates a world-class fleet of research vessels unmatched in the Gulf.

Position Overview

LUMCON is seeking candidates to fill various educator positions in the education and outreach program. We are currently looking for educators for the programs based at the Marine Center in Cocodrie, LA and at the new Maritime Campus in Houma, LA. The role of LUMCON Marine Educators is to support, facilitate, and ensure high quality experiences for all visitors of the LUMCON Marine Education & Outreach Program. This includes leading field, lab, and classroom activities for a wide variety of audiences that visit the Marine Center (Cocodrie) and the Maritime Campus facility (Houma).

• Lead field, lab, and classroom activities for a wide variety of audiences.
• Create lessons and activities which may need to be aligned with current state science education standards and that ensure accessibility features and functionalities that allow persons with disabilities to use materials effectively.
• Ensure the safety of all visitors to LUMCON facilities.
• Maintain a positive learning environment that supports learner engagement, and promotes mutual respect, and provides supportive learning opportunities.
• Enforce all LUMCON rules and policies.
• Maintain classroom and lab spaces clean and ready for anyone who may need it for other programs.
• Establish and maintain appropriate relationships with learners, staff, and community members by communicating in a tactful, courteous, and confidential manner.
• Travel and deliver educational activities at off-site events such as festivals, in-school visits, and special programs.
• Chaperoning of participants during LUMCON-funded events (e.g. summer camps).
• Assist with program development for in-person and digital programs.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, storm readiness activities, and LUMCON special events.
• Work to develop program materials such as posters, brochures, PowerPoint presentations, resource packets, lesson plans, etc.
• Assist in gathering data for internal or grant reports.
• Assist with display aquarium maintenance and animal husbandry.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Associate Director of Education and Outreach.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. with teaching experience or M.S. with an environmental focus.
• Good communication skills (written and oral).
• Ability to work in field, lab, and classroom situations with large groups of people.
• Must be able to pass an initial background check and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Good people skills and classroom management.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Good teamwork and project management skills.

Ideal Candidate/Preferred Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience working in a service industry.
• Experience in data management and report writing.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Proficiency in swimming, boat handling, and paddling.
• Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office programs, and Google Workspace apps and tools.
• Social media and digital content design experience.
• Skills in scheduling, designing, and facilitating video virtual meetings on platforms like Zoom, GotoMeetings, and GotoWebinar.
• Experience in basic animal husbandry, engineering skills, plumbing, or carpentry.

How To Apply

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.

Contact Information

Murt Conover
LUMCON
Associate Director of Education and Outreach
mconover@lumcon.edu

Vacancy Information

• This is an unclassified position.
• This position is located in either Cocodrie or Houma, LA.
• Applications will be rejected if the applicant fails to meet the minimum qualifications, submits an incomplete application, or fails to apply by the closing date of the announcement.
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application listing complete work experience and education.
• Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript or any other materials as outlined in the posting to your application if possible.
• In compliance with federal law, all individuals hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form (I-9) upon hire.
• Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.