Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleEnvironmental Education Assistant (Seasonal)

Occupational CategoryEducation, Teaching

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $18.90 to $18.90 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12233

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications One year of experience in environmental education programs; or one year of college study with specialization in natural science, natural resources, or environmental education.

Duties Description The Division of Lands and Forests is looking for a seasonal Environmental Education Assistant to support the Division’s outreach program. The Division’s mission is to care for and enhance New York's lands, forests, and natural resources for the benefit of all, through the care, custody, and control of state-owned lands and conservation easements, and the promotion, use, and protection of natural resources. The person in this position will be a member of a team that provides outreach and education support to the Division’s programs and will focus on topics involving invasive species, forest health, sustainable forestry, open space conservation, and outdoor recreation.

The tasks for this position include:

-Responding to public requests for information, including answering calls to an information line, responding to questions that are sent through social media and emails, and working with program staff to develop other correspondence.

-Assisting with development of outreach materials, including kiosks, print products, public newsletters, and social media.

-Maintaining an inventory of outreach materials

-Mailing outreach materials

-Tracking outreach metrics and project timelines

Desired skills include:

-Ability to work independently

-Excellent written and verbal communication skills

-Ability to use Microsoft Office programs

-Good organization skills

-Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

-Detail oriented

-Experience communicating with the public and creating outreach materials

Additional Comments Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.
This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with an anticipated end date of 3/31/2025. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date.
Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Travel may be required.
Overnight travel may be required.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Heath Boomhower

Telephone 518-402-9273

Fax 518-402-9038

Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

Personnel, 10th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease email or mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy #24-172363 on your resume or it may not be accepted.