Garden & History Program Specialist, Rock Eagle

University of Georgia; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Garden & History Program Specialist. This role is vital for delivering engaging environmental education at the Rock Eagle 4-H Center. The ideal candidate will manage a teaching garden, develop community programs, and maintain historic exhibits. This position requires creativity, strong communication skills, and a passion for history. The successful applicant will also achieve instructor status for First Aid/CPR and facilitate outdoor activities. Join a team dedicated to inspiring youth and fostering a love for the natural world in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Requires technical knowledge in education or natural sciences.
• Preferred Bachelor's degree in relevant fields; creativity and communication are key.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage a teaching garden for youth interaction.
• Provide instructional support for environmental education programs.

Skills

Creativity

Communication Skills

Leadership Abilities

Work Ethic

Knowledge of Natural Environment

Ability to Work Independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Bachelor's degree in Natural Science

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Education

2-year degree or Professional Certificate

Tools

Computers and Applications

First Aid/CPR Training

Job description

Garden & History Program Specialist, Rock Eagle

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Posting Details

Posting Number: S13164P
Working Title: Garden & History Program Specialist, Rock Eagle
Department: CAES-Rock Eagle 4-H Center

About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

Position Information:
Classification Title: Public Service Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree (in education, natural science, environmental education, biology, forestry, outdoor education or related fields) are preferred. Seeking individuals who exhibit creativity, flexibility, communications skills, leadership abilities, and a strong work ethic.

Position Summary

The Garden and History Program Specialist is an integral position for the Rock Eagle 4-H Center Environmental Education department. The person in this role will give direct instructional support to participants in the Environmental Education and Summer Camping programs, as well as adult/youth conference groups attending Rock Eagle 4-H Center. The Garden and History Program Specialist will be responsible for the following areas:

• Planning and Planting of a Teaching Garden: 72’ x 85’ garden planted seasonally and designed for youth interaction with crops. Tasks will consist of planning crops, plot rotations, harvesting, record keeping, managing garden staff.
• Development of a community garden program.
• Historic buildings: Sterling House, Elizabeth House, Tompkins Inn, and several covered teaching spaces.
• Upkeep of pioneer tools: brace and bit, shaving horse, saws, pullies, etc.
• Upkeep of Blacksmith Forge.
• Care for live animals: 14 chickens and 2 sheep.
• Native American Classes and Curriculum; including statewide education boxes available for check out.
• Rock Eagle Hike Curriculum and materials that relate to Forest Ecology and the Rock Eagle Effigy.
• Diane Davies Natural History Museum historic exhibits.

Additional responsibilities include seasonal education staff training, curriculum development, and maintenance of teaching spaces, and class materials. Someone who is creative, dependable, and has a service-based mentality would be a good fit for this role. A person with a genuine interest in history (especially of the 1800-1950s timeframe) would be able to express that passion in this role.

Daytime, evening, and weekend work are often necessary. During the summer months the Program Specialist will assist with programs and activities for the summer camping program.

The Garden and History Program Specialist will need to achieve Red Cross Instructor status for First Aid/ CPR and ACCT Level 2 instructor status to facilitate our high ropes course. Training will be provided at no cost to the employee.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
• Knowledge in the planning and coordinating of youth education programs.
• Ability to provide programmatic and facilitation support for the environmental education program. Fundamental knowledge of computers and applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with youth and adults.
• Ability to achieve instructor status in CPR and basic first aid.
• Broad knowledge of the natural environment and comfort working outdoors.

Physical Demands

• Work in adverse physical and weather conditions.
• Walk at least 4 miles daily.
• Lift 50 pounds.
• Driving as needed to perform job tasks.

Contact Information

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Lauren Kuschner
Recruitment Contact Email: [e-mail]
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents: