Here’s a great way to start the year. A new job!
Position Open – Education and Volunteer Director
Feiro Marine Life Center is a public, non-profit marine education facility located on the Port Angeles City Pier. The facility houses a hands-on marine exhibit with local near shore species, a classroom and an equipped laboratory. Feiro Marine Life Center has over 20,000 visitors annually and provides programs for over 3,000 school students. Feiro is growing both in programs and in size and is planning to build a new facility over the next few years.
Visit http://www.feiromarinelifecenter.org to learn more about the organization.
Position Available: Education and Volunteer Director
Description: Feiro Marine Life Center is looking for a full-time Education and Volunteer Director to lead marine science education programs and coordinate the volunteer program at a small, but growing, marine life center. The individual would work with numerous community partners in program development and implementation. The applicant would also work with interns and/or volunteers to assist with teaching and to provide training to enhance programs. Programs are generally focused on marine and ocean life, but may include additional components including underwater remotely operated vehicles, solar and wind or stormwater education.
Required background or experience: Extensive professional experience planning, implementing and delivering educational programs, preferably some of which is in non-traditional settings (i.e. outside of the classroom). A degree in marine biology or demonstrated equivalent experience or expertise and experience building and maintaining partnerships is essential.
Preferred background: Familiarity in state learning standards and relevant national standards. Experience managing volunteers and/or volunteer docents. Experience with web work, social media, and grant writing. Must be outgoing, organized and able to work independently, and as a part of a team.
Salary: $35,000-$40,000 DOE
To Apply:
Please send resume and cover letter (including two references) to:
Deborah Moriarty
Feiro Marine Life Center
PO Box 625
Port Angeles, WA
98362
Deadline for applications: January 15, 2014
Or electronically to deborahm@feiromarinelifecenter.org
Like this:
Like Loading...
Filed under: Puget Sound | Tagged: clallam county, Feiro, jobs, Port Angeles, Puget Sound | Comments Off on Job Opening – Feiro Marine Life Center in PA
