The purpose of the ECHO Programmer is to provide outdoor education and recreation programs through Nature Play at local parks and community events in partnership with early childcare providers. This position interacts with the general public, including engaging with families and children of all ages, at various parks or events. Examples of Duties: The essential functions listed below represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary. - Leads outdoor nature-based education and recreation programming, such as nature play, fishing, biking, tree and insect identification, archery, canoeing, and climbing. - Plans, develops, and conducts mobile nature play programs to diverse audiences. - Builds partnerships with local early childcare providers. - Prepares/maintains recreation materials and supplies. - Transports program materials to various sites. - Manages, inputs, and organizes database for tracking participants. - Educates public on safe outdoor recreation techniques. - Performs related work as assigned. Minimum Requirements: - High School Diploma or GED equivalent. - Two (2) years of experience conducting youth programming. OR - Associates Degree in Education, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Natural Science, Physical Education, Psychology, Recreation, Social Science or related field. - One (1) year of experience conducting youth programming, preferably in outdoor settings. OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - Must provide one's own source of transportation. - Must be at least 21 years of age. - Must pass background checks and have a 5-year clean driving record
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