Employer: Georgia Environmental Protection Division Job Field: Water and Soil Resources Other Job Type: Part Time Location: Georgia Location Detail: Atlanta, GA Job Description: Provide water quality and environmental education support for outreach program needs. Support State Coordinators to achieve program goals, working with partners, volunteers, and program boards, and within EPD. Work with a diversity of individuals and groups throughout the state, including K-12 through senior citizens. Provide assistance with other tasks as needed, such as field work throughout the state. The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of watersheds and water quality issues. On the job training will be provided. This is an hourly position (29 hours per week) with no benefits, some travel required. Must be available in the office but remote work is an option. Pay is in the $18-$22/hr range, pending education and experience. Qualifications: Educational/Experience Required Undergraduate degree or higher in biology, geography, or environmental science. Knowledge of southeastern watersheds and conservation issues preferred. Skills, Abilities and Education Required Excellent writing, communication, and organizing skills Ability to interact with a diversity of people Computer skills like Word, Excel, Publisher, Access, ESRI ArcGIS, Drupal, Adobe Ability to work well in team environment and independently, long days in the field Ability to drive large vehicles, pull a trailer, and lift heavy equipment (50 lbs.) Training and certification opportunities include Adopt-A-Stream Chemical, Bacterial, and Macroinvertebrate QA/QC and Trainer; Project WET Educator and Facilitator; and computer training in Microsoft Software, Adobe products and Drupal. Opportunities for career advancement exist within EPD and there are excellent environmental education and networking opportunities. Salary: $18-$22/hr How to Apply: To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Harold Harbert at harold.harbert@dnr.ga.gov. Applications accepted until position is filled. Start date will be as soon as possible.
