Bilingual Environmental Education & Community Engagement Lead

The Land Trust for Santa Barbara County; Santa Barbara (CA); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The Land Trust for Santa Barbara County seeks an Education & Engagement Coordinator to join our team. This exempt role splits time between our Santa Barbara office and Arroyo Hondo Preserve on the Gaviota Coast, with additional county-wide field experiences.

You will design curriculum-based programs, lead our long-running docent-led field trips, and partner with staff to create outdoor activities, signage, and outreach materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental education, natural sciences, environmental/conservation studies, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Spanish language fluency.
• At least three years teaching experience either in a traditional classroom or in an outdoor classroom environment.
• Ability to implement interdisciplinary learning experiences engaging learners of all ages.
• Experience working with volunteers to train, instruct, mentor, and coach docents.
• Experience researching, analyzing, and evaluating new program ideas and delivery methods.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with accuracy and timeliness.
• Strong written and oral communication skills adaptable to diverse audiences.
• Ability to learn CPR/wilderness first aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and implements curriculum-based education programs including the field trip program at Arroyo Hondo Preserve.
• Supports and leads countywide community programs to connect residents with nature and land conservation.
• Builds relationships with schools and community organizations to align programming with diverse communities.
• Coordinates recruitment, training, supervision, and support for docents.
• Creates curriculum, exhibits, signage, and educational materials for educators, volunteers, and Land Trust outreach.
• Assists with developing the volunteer handbook and ensures trainings and policies are communicated.
• Works with the Volunteer Coordinator on volunteer education and events.
• Tracks education program data via database or web interface.
• Contributes to fundraising activities including grant applications and donor tours.
• Monitors program and grant budget development and provides input to the team.

Skills

Spanish language fluency

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Volunteer coordination

Public speaking

Cross-cultural collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental education, natural sciences, environmental/conservation studies, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Presentation software

Job description

The Land Trust for Santa Barbara County seeks an Education & Engagement Coordinator to join our team. This exempt role splits time between our Santa Barbara office and Arroyo Hondo Preserve on the Gaviota Coast, with additional county-wide field experiences.

You will design curriculum-based programs, lead our long-running docent-led field trips, and partner with staff to create outdoor activities, signage, and outreach materials.