Seasonal Educator

State Of Nebraska

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Lincoln, NE - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 2 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33


Location:

Lincoln NE


Hiring Rate:

$17.872


Job Posting:

JR2026- Seasonal Educator (Open)


Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed job is posted as open until closed):

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Job Description:

Do you love being outside Teaching scientific concepts Sharing nature with others The Commissions Fish and Wildlife Education Division is seeking one Seasonal Educator to join our team for a -month time frame. While this position will help with various education programs their primary focus will be on community science initiatives.

This position will offer:
o Hands-on training; opportunities for professional growth in environmental education and outdoor recreation
oOpportunities to share your love of nature and science with diverse communities
oProfessional networking opportunities in the conservation career field

JOB DUTIES: Qualified individuals will spend much of their time supporting the Community Science Program Manager by supporting related projects; including program promotion resource creation and conducting relevant field work primarily related to pollinators and mammals. Duties will also include leading educational programming at schools community centers and special events focused on community science outdoor recreation and Nebraskas natural resources. This position will help care for and educate with animals- including snakes turtles and frogs. Help coordinate volunteers for large events organize activities and grow existing education programs. Other duties as assigned.


Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: At least six months experience working in a recreational area scenic attraction hospitality historical retail or customer service setting agricultural setting or related coursework/training.

Other: Valid drivers license is required.


KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:

We are seeking candidates with:

Knowledge of: Nebraska plant and wildlife species community science initiatives natural resources and outdoor recreation activities like kayaking; basic science and ecological principles; animal care; safe work procedures; group management; best educational practices and communication principles.

Skills in: educating people of all levels and interests; communicating clearly with people from a variety of backgrounds through varied platforms both in person and online; entry level outdoor recreation practices; administration of first aid and CPR preferred; bilingual preferred.

Ability to: communicate and effectively educate the public; understand and follow instructions; ability to work independently and make decisions independently; ability to direct volunteers; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and administrative personnel; recognize safety hazards and take steps to correct the situation; apply agency policies pertinent to assigned work and direction of assigned crews; bend stoop climb lift and carry up to 40 lbs. reach frequently; work outdoors; remain standing and/or walking for long periods of time.


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Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.


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The work we do matters!Hiring Agency:Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33Location: Lincoln NEHiring Rate:$17.872Job Posting:JR2026- Seasonal Educator (Open)Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed job is posted as open until closed):0Job Description:Do you love being outside Teachi...
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