Deadline: Wed, 05/29/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: South Carolina Forestry Commission Job Field: Forestry Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management Other Job Type: Full Time Location: South Carolina Location Detail: Columbia, SC Job Description: Under general supervision assist Environmental Education Coordinator with planning, conducting, and administrating forestry education programs. - Assist in the coordination, development and delivery of all SCFC-led and supported educational programs at SCFC's state forests and other locations for school groups, forest visitors, and educators. - Support the Environmental Education Coordinator with record keeping, logistics planning, correspondence and program delivery related to the execution of the Wood Magic Forest Fair, Project Learning Tree programs, and SC Teacher's Tour events and activities. - Coordinate the development of education infrastructure at Harbison State Forest. - Participate in agency-wide training activities as necessary. - Participates in activities and/or projects in support of the agency's mission and performs other duties as required. Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in Education, Forestry or Environmental/ Natural Science and one year of relevant experience delivering educational programs. A valid South Carolina Driver's license and criminal background check are required. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at once. Strong oral and written communication skills with competent proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications. Working knowledge of environmental education principles, preferably with a basic understanding of forestry principles. Experience coordinating and conducting teaching programs and special events for small and large groups. Ability to exercise good judgement and discretion. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Miscellaneous: This position is in an office environment and involves working outdoors occasionally, such as leading groups of teachers and/or students on forest walks. Extensive overnight travel within South Carolina around the times of SCFC's key educational programs. Occasional weekend work and out-of-state travel at other times. *This position will require that the successful candidate pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug test as well as be subject to random, post incident/accident, reasonable suspicion and rehabilitation monitoring and drug and alcohol testing consistent with SCFC Drug-Free Workplace- Policy and Procedure. * Salary: $44,485.00 - $53,957.00 Annually Benefits: The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits: Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits: State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. How to Apply: Please apply at www.careers.sc.gov Job posting: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/jobs/4507079/program-coordinator-i
