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WDR-00042134 Environmental Science Program Specialist -
Suffolk County Farms (Evergreen)
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Lead Campers, CITs and Counselors through specialized
activities involving Environmental Science. Supervise campers and ensure their
safety at all times. Assist with day-to-day operations of the Suffolk County
Farm and Education Center Camp programs. Directly interact with camper’s
parents and guardians. Maintain camp facilities. Promote development of a
community-oriented camp culture that emphasizes empathy, continuous
improvement, and high performance.
Required Qualifications:
- Must
be at least 17 years old and have attended or graduated from high school
or equivalent.
- Ability
to comply with Suffolk County Department of Health requirements.
- Ability
to understand and carry out educational program tasks and objectives.
- Ability
to work outdoors performing various types of educational and physical
activities.
- Ability
to handle health and safety issues and/or emergency situations.
- Paid
or volunteer experience working with children and/or the public.
- Have
an appreciation and understanding of the natural environment.
- Must
be able to work for the full camp season. This includes training before
camp and wrap up after camp has ended.
- Must
be able to work one before or after care shift each week.
- Ability
to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
- Ability
to meet acceptable background check standards, if required.
- Candidate
must be able to work effectively with a wide range of diverse young
people.
- A
positive and energetic attitude.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Attendance
in or graduation from a recognized college/university or equivalent.
- Additional
education and training in the field of education.
- Additional
education in the areas of environmental science, horticulture, animal
science, art education, music education, agriculture and/or natural
science.
- Some
teaching experience.
- Ability
to assist with teaching and a keen interest in educating youth.
- Leadership
abilities.
Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
Program Responsibilities:
Program Delivery – 80%
- Deliver
educational programs dealing with environmental science, horticulture,
animal science and agriculture programs at the Suffolk County Farm and
Education Center.
Administrative Responsibilities:
Management – 5%
- Lead
CITs and Counselors through daily activities.
- Supervise
campers and ensure their safety at all times.
- Lead
campers through daily activities with a positive and fun attitude.
Coordination/Operation – 10%
- Responsible
for assisting with program set-up, material preparation, clean-up.
- Assist
in maintaining proper site appearance and safety conditions.
- Collaborate
in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension
and perform other duties as assigned.
Professional Improvement – 5%
- In
cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and
pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies
relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and
Association priorities.
- Collaborate
in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension
and perform other duties as assigned.
- Participate
in all required orientation, training, and/or in-service meetings and
trainings as scheduled/required.
- Pursue
personal growth through expanding personal knowledge of the total
organization and through updating techniques and technical skills relating
to the position.
Health and Safety – Applied to all duties and functions
- Support
the Association to maintain a safe working environment.
- Be
familiar with and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local
regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement
and standard.
- Act
proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to
supervisors when identified.
EEO/EPO and Policy – Applied to all duties and functions
- Appreciate
and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff,
volunteers and the public.
- Assist
the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences.
- Aware
of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association
of Suffolk County policies, procedures and Cornell Cooperative Extension
Skills for Success.
- Contribute
to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned
duties in a professional, timely and accurate manner.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator
recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with
Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and support
diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
POSITION DETAILS:
Salary:
$16-17 per
hour
Schedule: NON-EXEMPT –
TEMP: July 1, 2024 – August 16, 2024
No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available
HOW TO APPLY:
Review of applications will begin immediately. The
position will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.
Applicants need to:
Attach/upload a resume to the online application in either
Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload a cover letter to the online
application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload contacts info
for three references to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF
format.
In the "Experience" section of your application,
use the Paperclip icon to search for file(s) or use the "Drop Files
Here" box to manually drag document(s) into your application.
Once the
application is submitted, you will not be able to change your submission or add
attachments.
External Applicants: (including current employees of
other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations), please refer to the
Applying for a
Job (External Candidate)
document for additional guidance.
Internal Applicants: Current employees of the Cornell
Cooperative Extension Association indicated in this job posting are considered
internal applicants; please refer to the
Applying for a Job (Internal Candidate) document for
additional guidance.
The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable
applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform their
essential functions. If you require an accommodation to participate in the
selection process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Cooperative Extension
of Suffolk County Human Resources at (631) 727-7850 or via email at
HR-CCESuffolk@cornell.edu
Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among
Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of
New York, and New York State residents. Per NYS Law, county and regional
extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This
employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell
University.
Last updated March 14, 2024