Marine Ecology Educator, Riverhead, NY

This position works with the Association Senior Resource Educator and Citizen Science Coordinator on various educational and field-based marine resource conservation projects. They will primarily assist the Senior Resource Educator and Citizen Science Coordinator with the volunteer horseshoe-crab spawning surveys, the community shellfish education outreach programs, the shellfish aquaculture internship program, and other field restoration and education activities. They will assist with educating and coordinating the volunteers, assist with various telemetry-based fieldwork, including data retrieval/maintenance, and various laboratory and field-based shellfish aquaculture and water quality programs. The shellfish aquaculture program requires working with the Cornell Shellfish Biologist at the grow-out facility in Huntington (Goldstar Battalion) and Stony Brook University (Flax Pond and Marine Animal Disease Lab). The Marine Resource Educator will compile and assist with data entry and aid in capturing photos, video, and other digital media at field sites and public events to educate the public. Aid in disseminating website, blog postings, and social media posts supporting the citizen science and education programs.

    

Required Qualifications:

• Associates Degree or equivalent, plus 6 months transferrable program/functional experience.
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Experience working with the public and in guiding and collaborating with volunteers.
• Ability to understand and carry out educational program tasks and objectives
• Ability to work outdoors performing various types of marine activities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to understand and implement written and oral instructions
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to learn marine science and natural science subject matter
• Ability to plan and organize personal work responsibilities according to priorities developed with the immediate supervisor.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as appropriate.
• Ability to lift 20-50 lbs.
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to implement and organize informational, educational programs.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in professional team efforts
• Knowledge of shellfish and algal culture methods
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written, and visual means using traditional educational tools and methods.
• Desire to work with the public and instruct volunteers on established scientific protocols
• Experience collecting biological data
• Biology or education background
• SCUBA diving certification and experience
• Knowledge of social media tools and programs
• Ability to use Adobe Illustrator and basic web design skills
• Boat handling skills

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Program Responsibilities:

Program Delivery – 75%

• Present existing educational programs as needed to program volunteers and community leaders as defined in various citizen science and education program plans (e.g., horseshoe crab survey, shellfish interns, Peconic Estuary Partnership, etc.).
• Interact with program participants and assist in educational programs as needed to support other habitat restoration or shellfish-related programming.
• Present program information to the public via various forms of media.
• Serve as a subject matter resource in assigned programming for staff and participants, providing standard responses.
• Assist community agencies as requested or required to facilitate programs and activities.
• Assist in the distribution of educational materials and participate in various outreach events.
• This position will require transporting program materials and resources in performing position responsibilities.

Applied Research – 10%

• Assist with collecting scientific data for horseshoe crab surveys, acoustic telemetry, laboratory and field-based shellfish projects, and water quality, including monitoring and recording water quality data and collecting water samples for analysis (or other environmental measures).
• Assist with organizing data, quality control measures, and summarizing data.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Management – 5%

• Support volunteer management which includes:
• Ensuring volunteer procedures are followed according to established policies and procedures.
• Assist with recruitment of volunteers for various citizen science programs.
• Assist with screening, orientation, and guidance to volunteers according to established practices and procedures.
• Utilize appropriate policies and procedures to resolve operational conflicts.
• Assist in the implementation of communication strategies.
• May give guidance to volunteers and staff.
• Provide non-complex administrative tasks in guiding the implementation of the program.

Coordination/Operation – 5%

• Assist in coordinating volunteer activities with supervisors, field technicians, and other partner organizations.
• Assist in taking photos and video footage at events and fieldwork sites and using digital media.
• Assist in compiling data relative to volunteer registration and communication.
• Assist with coordinating program correspondence and communications in support of programming efforts.
• Compile data from program participants based on existing frameworks and guidelines.
• Assist in creating and coordinating effective marketing and educational materials under the guidance of Senior Extension Resource Educator in the promotion of programming efforts to include, but not limited to, print media, news media, social media, web media, and multi-media efforts.
• Perform record keeping, data management, and program reports as required by the Association and contract requirements.
• Help organize, maintain, and update communication materials for volunteers.
• Perform basic administrative tasks to support the development of educational programming.
• Maintaining spreadsheets, collecting data, entering data, maintaining volunteer databases.
• Assist with coordinating equipment, vehicles, and boats associated with various projects.
• Compile information as requested to prepare reports, impact statements, and success stories on program progress and accomplishments for funders, advisory committees, Board, and others as necessary.

Professional Improvement – 5%

• In cooperation with Supervisor or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and address changes and Association priorities.
• Collaborate in activities in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety – Applied to all duties and functions

• Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.
• Be familiar with and strive to follow applicable federal, state, local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement, and standard.
• Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

EEO/EPO and Policy – Applied to all duties and functions

• Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers, and the public.
• Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences.
• Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Suffolk County policies, procedures, and Cornell Cooperative Extension Skills for Success.
• Contribute to the organization's overall success by performing all assigned duties professionally, timely, and accurately.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.  Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and support diversity are strongly encouraged to apply .

POSITION DETAILS:

Salary:             Non-exempt $19.00 -$25.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Hour:               20-30 hours per week

Dates:              February 2022

HOW TO APPLY:

Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.

Applicants need to:

Attach/upload a resume to the online application in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload a cover letter to the online application in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload contacts info for three references to the online application in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

In the "Experience" section of your application, use the Paperclip icon to search for file(s) or use the "Drop Files Here" box to manually drag document(s) into your application.  Once the application is submitted, you will not be able to change your submission or add attachments.

External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations), please refer to the Applying for a Job (External Candidate) document for additional guidance.

Internal Applicants : Current employees of the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association indicated in this job posting are considered internal applicants; please refer to the Applying for a Job (Internal Candidate) document for additional guidance.

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship is available.

The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform their essential functions.  If you require an accommodation to participate in the selection process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County HR Department at (631) 727-7850 ext. 252 or email at [email protected] .

  

Cornell Cooperative Extension collaborates with Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and New York State residents.  Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies.  This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

  

Job Title:

Association Prog Educator II

Level:

005

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Daniel Murphy

Number of Openings:

1

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State.  Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies.  This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell Cooperative Extension as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.

This position works with the Association Senior Resource Educator and Citizen Science Coordinator on various educational and field-based marine resource conservation projects. They will primarily assist the Senior Resource Educator and Citizen Science Coordinator with the volunteer horseshoe-crab spawning surveys, the community shellfish education outreach programs, the shellfish aquaculture internship program, and other field restoration and education activities. They will assist with educating and coordinating the volunteers, assist with various telemetry-based fieldwork, including data retrieval/maintenance, and various laboratory and field-based shellfish aquaculture and water quality programs. The shellfish aquaculture program requires working with the Cornell Shellfish Biologist at the grow-out facility in Huntington (Goldstar Battalion) and Stony Brook University (Flax Pond and Marine Animal Disease Lab). The Marine Resource Educator will compile and assist with data entry and aid in capturing photos, video, and other digital media at field sites and public events to educate the public. Aid in disseminating website, blog postings, and social media posts supporting the citizen science and education programs.

    

Required Qualifications:

• Associates Degree or equivalent, plus 6 months transferrable program/functional experience.
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Experience working with the public and in guiding and collaborating with volunteers.
• Ability to understand and carry out educational program tasks and objectives
• Ability to work outdoors performing various types of marine activities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to understand and implement written and oral instructions
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to learn marine science and natural science subject matter
• Ability to plan and organize personal work responsibilities according to priorities developed with the immediate supervisor.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as appropriate.
• Ability to lift 20-50 lbs.
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to implement and organize informational, educational programs.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in professional team efforts
• Knowledge of shellfish and algal culture methods
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written, and visual means using traditional educational tools and methods.
• Desire to work with the public and instruct volunteers on established scientific protocols
• Experience collecting biological data
• Biology or education background
• SCUBA diving certification and experience
• Knowledge of social media tools and programs
• Ability to use Adobe Illustrator and basic web design skills
• Boat handling skills

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Program Responsibilities:

Program Delivery – 75%

• Present existing educational programs as needed to program volunteers and community leaders as defined in various citizen science and education program plans (e.g., horseshoe crab survey, shellfish interns, Peconic Estuary Partnership, etc.).
• Interact with program participants and assist in educational programs as needed to support other habitat restoration or shellfish-related programming.
• Present program information to the public via various forms of media.
• Serve as a subject matter resource in assigned programming for staff and participants, providing standard responses.
• Assist community agencies as requested or required to facilitate programs and activities.
• Assist in the distribution of educational materials and participate in various outreach events.
• This position will require transporting program materials and resources in performing position responsibilities.

Applied Research – 10%

• Assist with collecting scientific data for horseshoe crab surveys, acoustic telemetry, laboratory and field-based shellfish projects, and water quality, including monitoring and recording water quality data and collecting water samples for analysis (or other environmental measures).
• Assist with organizing data, quality control measures, and summarizing data.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Management – 5%

• Support volunteer management which includes:
• Ensuring volunteer procedures are followed according to established policies and procedures.
• Assist with recruitment of volunteers for various citizen science programs.
• Assist with screening, orientation, and guidance to volunteers according to established practices and procedures.
• Utilize appropriate policies and procedures to resolve operational conflicts.
• Assist in the implementation of communication strategies.
• May give guidance to volunteers and staff.
• Provide non-complex administrative tasks in guiding the implementation of the program.

Coordination/Operation – 5%

• Assist in coordinating volunteer activities with supervisors, field technicians, and other partner organizations.
• Assist in taking photos and video footage at events and fieldwork sites and using digital media.
• Assist in compiling data relative to volunteer registration and communication.
• Assist with coordinating program correspondence and communications in support of programming efforts.
• Compile data from program participants based on existing frameworks and guidelines.
• Assist in creating and coordinating effective marketing and educational materials under the guidance of Senior Extension Resource Educator in the promotion of programming efforts to include, but not limited to, print media, news media, social media, web media, and multi-media efforts.
• Perform record keeping, data management, and program reports as required by the Association and contract requirements.
• Help organize, maintain, and update communication materials for volunteers.
• Perform basic administrative tasks to support the development of educational programming.
• Maintaining spreadsheets, collecting data, entering data, maintaining volunteer databases.
• Assist with coordinating equipment, vehicles, and boats associated with various projects.
• Compile information as requested to prepare reports, impact statements, and success stories on program progress and accomplishments for funders, advisory committees, Board, and others as necessary.

Professional Improvement – 5%

• In cooperation with Supervisor or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and address changes and Association priorities.
• Collaborate in activities in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety – Applied to all duties and functions

• Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.
• Be familiar with and strive to follow applicable federal, state, local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement, and standard.
• Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

EEO/EPO and Policy – Applied to all duties and functions

• Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers, and the public.
• Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences.
• Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Suffolk County policies, procedures, and Cornell Cooperative Extension Skills for Success.
• Contribute to the organization's overall success by performing all assigned duties professionally, timely, and accurately.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.  Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and support diversity are strongly encouraged to apply .

POSITION DETAILS:

Salary:             Non-exempt $19.00 -$25.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Hour:               20-30 hours per week

Dates:              February 2022

HOW TO APPLY:

Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.

Applicants need to:

Attach/upload a resume to the online application in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload a cover letter to the online application in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload contacts info for three references to the online application in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

In the "Experience" section of your application, use the Paperclip icon to search for file(s) or use the "Drop Files Here" box to manually drag document(s) into your application.  Once the application is submitted, you will not be able to change your submission or add attachments.

External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations), please refer to the Applying for a Job (External Candidate) document for additional guidance.

Internal Applicants : Current employees of the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association indicated in this job posting are considered internal applicants; please refer to the Applying for a Job (Internal Candidate) document for additional guidance.

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship is available.

The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform their essential functions.  If you require an accommodation to participate in the selection process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County HR Department at (631) 727-7850 ext. 252 or email at [email protected] .

  

Cornell Cooperative Extension collaborates with Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and New York State residents.  Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies.  This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

  

Job Title:

Association Prog Educator II

Level:

005

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Daniel Murphy

Number of Openings:

1

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State.  Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies.  This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell Cooperative Extension as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.