Kappaalphapsi1911
Education Program Coordinator - School Programs
Kappaalphapsi1911, Tacoma, Washington, us, 98417
Based on our internal equity review process, the starting hourly wage for this position will be $35.97
To allow for growth and salary progression the full hourly range is $35.97- $49.24 Employees will have the opportunity to move through the posted range based on annual performance reviews and merit increases.
Under the direction of the Community Collaboration Manager of ZEED (Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium and Northwest Trek Wildlife Park) this position will develop, coordinate and implement the facilitation of engaging school programming (current and new). This includes evolving the hands‑on empathy science‑based program, Wildlife Champions, into a sustainable and scalable program. Through the Empathy Educators: Nurturing Wildlife Advocates grant provided by Advancing Conservation through empathy for Wildlife Network, this position will facilitate fostering a culture of conservation and empathetic behaviors. Starting with Tacoma Public School elementary schools and planning for engagements with Eatonville School District.
Building and enhancing pathways for local communities to explore careers in conservation, wildlife care, and zoo operations, specifically at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium and Northwest Trek Wildlife Park. Partnering and collaborating with educational institutions to create opportunities for hands‑on learning, internships, and career development in the field of wildlife and environmental science. Working collaboratively with the community programs coordinator on areas of program overlap and support Explore the Shore programming as needed.
This position will also be responsible for supporting community-focused events and programming led by Community Collaboration. Primary office location will be at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Tacoma WA and secondary location will be Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Eatonville, WA.
Work where you play! Join our team at Parks Tacoma to put your skills to use serving your community and making Tacoma a vibrant, healthy, and welcoming place to live.
Who We Are Parks Tacoma is a CAPRA‑accredited and AZA‑accredited, independent park district that leads efforts to build a healthy, sustainable community. Located in Tacoma, Washington, Tacoma Parks’ mission is to create healthy opportunities to play, learn, and grow. The independent park district spans the city providing a wide range of life‑enriching destinations and services, including 70+ parks, 80+ miles of trails, 1,000+ acres of urban forest, 66 playgrounds, four community centers, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Point Defiance Park, and much more. Our work is guided by eight core values that are the foundation of our actions and goals: innovation, excellence, equity, inclusiveness, sustainability, accountability, safety, and fun.
Why You’ll Love it Here Come work where you play! You will contribute to the overall vitality and well-being of your community when you work for Parks Tacoma, and you’ll do so as part of a supportive team of committed, passionate, and mission‑driven professionals. The people of Parks Tacoma are the key to its success, and you just might be the next great addition to our team. You’ll receive a competitive wage, along with an attractive benefits package, including medical, dental, retirement, vacation, holidays, and much more. On top of that, you’ll wake each day knowing that you’re helping make Tacoma a great place to call home.
Position Information Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, develop, coordinate and implement public educational programs; the volunteer/docent programs and related activities. Interview, hire, train, provide work direction, and evaluate assigned personnel and volunteers.
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to:
Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times and report immediately any unsafe working conditions or hazards.
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To allow for growth and salary progression the full hourly range is $35.97- $49.24 Employees will have the opportunity to move through the posted range based on annual performance reviews and merit increases.
Under the direction of the Community Collaboration Manager of ZEED (Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium and Northwest Trek Wildlife Park) this position will develop, coordinate and implement the facilitation of engaging school programming (current and new). This includes evolving the hands‑on empathy science‑based program, Wildlife Champions, into a sustainable and scalable program. Through the Empathy Educators: Nurturing Wildlife Advocates grant provided by Advancing Conservation through empathy for Wildlife Network, this position will facilitate fostering a culture of conservation and empathetic behaviors. Starting with Tacoma Public School elementary schools and planning for engagements with Eatonville School District.
Building and enhancing pathways for local communities to explore careers in conservation, wildlife care, and zoo operations, specifically at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium and Northwest Trek Wildlife Park. Partnering and collaborating with educational institutions to create opportunities for hands‑on learning, internships, and career development in the field of wildlife and environmental science. Working collaboratively with the community programs coordinator on areas of program overlap and support Explore the Shore programming as needed.
This position will also be responsible for supporting community-focused events and programming led by Community Collaboration. Primary office location will be at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Tacoma WA and secondary location will be Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Eatonville, WA.
Work where you play! Join our team at Parks Tacoma to put your skills to use serving your community and making Tacoma a vibrant, healthy, and welcoming place to live.
Who We Are Parks Tacoma is a CAPRA‑accredited and AZA‑accredited, independent park district that leads efforts to build a healthy, sustainable community. Located in Tacoma, Washington, Tacoma Parks’ mission is to create healthy opportunities to play, learn, and grow. The independent park district spans the city providing a wide range of life‑enriching destinations and services, including 70+ parks, 80+ miles of trails, 1,000+ acres of urban forest, 66 playgrounds, four community centers, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Point Defiance Park, and much more. Our work is guided by eight core values that are the foundation of our actions and goals: innovation, excellence, equity, inclusiveness, sustainability, accountability, safety, and fun.
Why You’ll Love it Here Come work where you play! You will contribute to the overall vitality and well-being of your community when you work for Parks Tacoma, and you’ll do so as part of a supportive team of committed, passionate, and mission‑driven professionals. The people of Parks Tacoma are the key to its success, and you just might be the next great addition to our team. You’ll receive a competitive wage, along with an attractive benefits package, including medical, dental, retirement, vacation, holidays, and much more. On top of that, you’ll wake each day knowing that you’re helping make Tacoma a great place to call home.
Position Information Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, develop, coordinate and implement public educational programs; the volunteer/docent programs and related activities. Interview, hire, train, provide work direction, and evaluate assigned personnel and volunteers.
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to:
Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times and report immediately any unsafe working conditions or hazards.
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