Environmental Educator 2
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The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
The job title for the vacancy.TitleEnvironmental Educator 2
The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryEducation, Teaching
The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary Grade18
The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $61270 to $77912 Annually
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided.
Employment Type Full-Time
This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination.
Appointment Type Provisional
Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes.
Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination.
Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure.
Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means.
The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities.
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0%
This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Variable
The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 40
Workday
The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 12 AM
The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 12 PM
If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No
If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No
If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No
If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No
The county in which the vacancy is located. County New York
The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address New York City Regional Office
163 West 125th Street - 17th Floor
The city where the vacancy is located. City New York
The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY
The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code10027
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications For Permanent Transfer Appointment :
One year of permanent state service as an Environmental Educator 2.
For Provisional Appointment :
Either 1. one year of permanent competitive or 55-b / 55-c service as an Environmental Educator 1.
Or 2. Four years of experience in environmental conservation in a professional / technical capacity or professional teaching of environmental education* AND two years of experience teaching or interpreting the natural world AND two years additional experience in environmental education as defined below.
Or 3. Two years of the experience described above AND 60 college semester credit hours, including at least 24 college semester credit hours in biology (for the purpose of this position, courses that focus on the study of domesticated or farm animals or humans are not qualifying), earth science, ecology, environmental education, environmental science, field natural history, forestry, geology, marine science, natural resources interpretation, or soil science.
AND two years additional experience in environmental education as defined below*.
You MUST submit a list of qualifying courses with your application, including course title, number of semester credits per course, name of college or university, and the date (or expected date) of completion.
Applications submitted without a list of courses or transcript will be disapproved.
Or 4. A Bachelor’s degree in the biological sciences, environmental education, environmental science, or natural resources interpretation AND two years additional experience in environmental education as defined below*.
You MUST submit an unofficial transcript showing completion of the applicable Bachelor’s degree. Applications submitted without an unofficial transcript will be disapproved.
Environmental Education Experience : Environmental education" is defined as teaching about or interpreting the natural world, the principles of ecology, natural resources management, and environmental quality management.
It deals with the interrelationships of plants, animals, and the non-living environment and emphasizes human interactions with these components.
Examples of Acceptable Experience : Experience as a naturalist at a nature setting; an instructor in an environmental education program;
or as a designer of environmental education programs for youth organizations such as scouting groups, 4 H clubs, YMCA, etc.
Examples of Non-qualifying Experience : Experience as a teacher of courses such as chemistry, physics, and biology; as a youth leader who carries out pre-established programs;
or as a leader of outings for a conservation organization, etc.
Provisional employees must take and pass the next Civil Service Examination for Environmental Educator 2, G-18, and be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for permanent appointment.
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Under the general direction of the New York City Regional Director or designee, the Environmental Educator 2 manages region-wide environmental programs by performing the following duties :
- Directs programs, maintenance and administration, including support activities and staff;
- Develops, conducts, publicizes, and evaluates environmental education courses and interpretive programs, including :
- oPreparing lesson plans for a wide range of ages and groups;
- oDeveloping teaching aids and exhibits;
- oEvaluating current programs, teaching and publicity materials, exhibits, and collections;
oDetermining the need for revisions and modifications; and
oSupervising the implementation of new and revised programs and materials.
- Develops, prepares, and revises non-teaching environmental education programs, materials, audiovisual programs, and exhibits by :
- oConducting research;
- oDeveloping themes and exhibits;
oPreparing and writing informational materials and illustrations for publication; and
oMaintaining and modifying exhibits, publications, audiovisual programs, and other material with regional approval.
- Plans and conducts workshops for teachers and staff about environmental education programs and concepts;
- Acquires, catalogs, and maintains specimens and other teaching materials for programs;
- Plans and conducts special events and courses in support of environmental programs, including :
- oRecruiting volunteers;
- oPlanning, organizing, and publicizing events;
oContracting for equipment, performers, and presenters; and
oPurchasing and preparing materials.
- Supervises and evaluates program staff;
- Researches and surveys natural and environmental history and concerns;
- Manages and administers collections and exhibits;
- Works with representatives from schools, colleges, organizations, and the public to promote the facilities and programs;
- Requests and allocates resources for program implementation;
- Develops alternate sources of funding for programs; and
- Performs a variety of administrative activities to support programs.
- The incumbent will supervise various seasonal and permanent staff assigned to the Environmental Education Team region-wide;
will work closely with other park personnel, volunteers, and vendors; and will be required to work at other State Parks within the NYC region as needed to assure NYS Parks’ mission is always met.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS :
- Daytime, weekend, holiday, and evening work is required.
- Candidates must possess and maintain a valid NYS driver’s license as a term and condition of employment.
- Candidates may be required to report to other facilities on an as needed basis.
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Willingness and ability to support projects and operating needs at additional parks throughout the New York City Region.
LOCATION PAY : $3,026 Annually
BENEFITS :
There are various benefits that a permanent employee is entitled to, based on their negotiating unit :
Vacation, Holiday, Sick, And Personal Leave - leave benefits including 13 days of paid vacation leave in the first year of employment with bonus days for additional years of service;
12 days annual paid holidays; five days annual paid personal leave; and 13 days of annual paid sick leave.
- Health Care Coverage
- Retirement Plan
- Payroll Deduction Savings Plans
- Tuition Assistance Programs
- Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
Learn more about our benefits for permanent state employees, visit : employment /
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