Community Outreach & Education Specialist

The New York Botanical Garden; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 Vacation Days

13 Paid Holidays

12 Sick Days

Health and Dental Insurance Coverage

401K

Pension Plan

Job summary

The New York Botanical Garden is seeking an Outreach and Education Coordinator to develop and promote Bronx Green-Up outreach, education and volunteer programs in New York. You will organize workshops, track data, and provide technical assistance on composting.

This role requires a bachelor’s degree (preferred) or equivalent experience, 2+ years in community outreach, strong communication and organizational skills, and willingness to work weekends and some evenings with local travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum two years of related work experience in community outreach, education, environmental programming or related field.
• Knowledge of composting, community greening and environmental stewardship.
• Experience working with the public, independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Valid New York State driver's license; local travel required; weekends/evenings required.
• Bilingual Spanish/English skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Grow participation in Bronx Green-Up activities through media and campaigns.
• Develop, organize, and conduct outreach events and workshops.
• Track and record data for required reports on outreach, education, and volunteers.
• Provide technical assistance and training on composting and horticulture topics.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and develop volunteers for the program.
• Perform outdoor tasks and related duties including lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Support additional Bronx Green-Up duties as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Public outreach

Volunteer management

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The New York Botanical Garden is seeking an Outreach and Education Coordinator to develop and promote Bronx Green-Up outreach, education and volunteer programs in New York. You will organize workshops, track data, and provide technical assistance on composting.

This role requires a bachelor’s degree (preferred) or equivalent experience, 2+ years in community outreach, strong communication and organizational skills, and willingness to work weekends and some evenings with local travel.