Education & Outreach Specialist, Great Lakes Center

American Conservation Experience; Ashland (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living allowance: $720/week

Housing assistance: up to $250/week

Travel assistance: up to $1,000

Position-specific training

Job summary

American Conservation Experience (ACE), in partnership with Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, seeks a temporary education and outreach member at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center in Ashland, WI. The role collaborates with Forest Service and Fish and Wildlife Service staff to expand youth and adult education programs.

Start date is 12/1/2026 (flexible) with an estimated end date of 11/27/2027. Living allowance, housing and travel assistance are provided to support program activities and

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the United States with no sponsorship
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Must pass required criminal history checks
• Can perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must complete bi-weekly timesheets and term evaluations
• Learn eligibility requirements on ACE website

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead field trips and classroom programs aligned with Great Lakes ecosystem and restoration initiatives
• Assist partners and volunteers in educational and outreach programs
• Offer place-based stewardship learning connecting communities to the local ecosystem
• Help build relationships with educational institutions and tribal partners for ongoing programming
• Attend community events to connect the public with water resources
• Collaborate with US Forest Service staff and Park Ranger to deliver education and outreach

Skills

Self-directed work

Team player

Professional conduct

Background checks readiness

Timesheets and evaluations

Education

Bachelor’s in Education

Job description

American Conservation Experience (ACE), in partnership with Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, seeks a temporary education and outreach member at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center in Ashland, WI. The role collaborates with Forest Service and Fish and Wildlife Service staff to expand youth and adult education programs.

Start date is 12/1/2026 (flexible) with an estimated end date of 11/27/2027. Living allowance, housing and travel assistance are provided to support program activities and