Lead Environmental Programs Specialist & Naturalist

GEORGIA RECREATION AND PARK ASSOCIATION INC; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

GEORGIA RECREATION AND PARK ASSOCIATION INC is seeking a program supervisor to plan, develop, supervise and evaluate various Leisure Services Department programs. Responsibilities include organizing, implementing, evaluating, and training staff; setting goals; promoting programs; and coordinating publicity while maintaining safety across facilities.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, a valid driver's license, and certifications (Project WET/WILD, Learning Tree,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in outdoor recreation, education, forestry or related field with 1 year related work experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and obtain project-specific certifications within 12 months.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within 6 months; FEMA NIMS training required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, supervise and evaluate Leisure Services Department programs and events.
• Supervise and train assigned staff; prepare long- and short-term goals.
• Coordinate publicity, promotions and facility scheduling; ensure safety in programs.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in outdoor recreation / related field

Project WET, WILD, Learning Tree Facilitator Certification

Adopt-A-Stream Certification

First Aid/CPR/AED Certification

FEMA NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 training

Valid driver's license

Six-month probationary period completion

Job description

GEORGIA RECREATION AND PARK ASSOCIATION INC is seeking a program supervisor to plan, develop, supervise and evaluate various Leisure Services Department programs. Responsibilities include organizing, implementing, evaluating, and training staff; setting goals; promoting programs; and coordinating publicity while maintaining safety across facilities.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, a valid driver's license, and certifications (Project WET/WILD, Learning Tree,