CONSERVATION EDUCATOR

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

This position exists in the Cortland County Soil and Water Conservation District and involves responsibility for planning and administering a public relations program and disseminating information on events and programs. The work involves writing and presentation of informational materials. The incumbent has considerable contact with the public, builds good will for the district and gains support for services and programs. The work is performed under the general supervision of the District Manager, with leeway allowed in carrying out details of the work. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

Coordinates the Conservation Field Days, County Envirothon, County Spruce Up America Program, and Water Festival;

Develops displays and information/education materials for presentations and workshops;

Publishes district newsletters and other news articles;

Implementation of assigned SWCD programs such as the Seedling Program, Pond Stocking Programs, and Agricultural Assessment Program;

Organizing and maintaining library resources and educational materials;

Coordinates information/education programs related to natural resource conservation and other public outreach programs as assigned;

Performs other education and conservation duties as assigned.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of natural resource conservation. Knowledge of agricultural operations and practices. Ability to compile data and prepare written documents. Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Intermediate personal computer skills including experience is use of word processing, database, and spreadsheet software. Good organizational and time management skills. Must be dependable and enthusiastic. Physical conditional commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:

A. Graduation from a regionally accredited NYS registered college or university with an Associate's Degree or higher in Natural Resource Conservation, Recreation or related field AND at least one (1) year of related professional experience in education, natural resource conservation, recreation; OR

B. Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma AND three (3) years of related professional experience in Natural Resource Conservation, Recreation, Education or related field; OR

C. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Possession of a valid NYS Driver's License at time of appointment.