TES Environmental Instructor - Seasonal/Non-Residential (pool)

Auburn; Alabama; On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University is seeking a TES Environmental Instructor for Seasonal/Non-Residential work at the Alabama 4-H Center on Lay Lake. The role focuses on environmental, outdoor, and experiential education, including macroinvertebrate studies, canoeing, and challenge course activities.

You will participate in a structured training program and support programs across seasons (Spring, Summer, Fall). Preference is given to applicants committing to two or more seasons.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate a wide range of programs including environmental, outdoor and experiential education such as macroinvertebrate studies, herpetology, canoeing, climbing wall, and challenge course (85%).
• Animal care (10%).
• Provide program maintenance and development (4%).
• General maintenance, grounds, housekeeping, and kitchen duties (1%).

Job description

Overview

This is a pooled posting. This posting will remain open for an extended period of time and selected applicants will be contacted as future staffing needs arise.

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is excited to begin the search for aTES Environmental Instructor - Seasonal/Non-Residential!

The Alabama 4-H Center rests on 264 acres of lush rolling woodlands along the banks of beautiful Lay Lake and is surrounded by some of the state’s most ecologically diverse features, including the Cahaba River, Talladega National Forest, Cheaha Wilderness and Oak Mountain State Park. The center is also located only 35 miles from Birmingham, a culturally diverse city with excellent dining, music and arts.

Training/Educational opportunities: 15- day extensive staff training on all programs provided at the center; Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR (End of Spring Season/Beginning of Summer Season); Alabama Boating Certification Course (Fall and Spring seasons).

Season Commitment:

• Spring: Mid Feb – Mid May
• Summer: End of May – Mid August
• Fall: Mid August – Mid December

* Preference will be shown to applicants interested in making a 2 or more season commitment.

Visit our website at www.alabama4hscienceschool.org for more information.

Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time

Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads

Assistance with special projects

Seasonal work

Emergencies

If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.

AU student employees are not eligible for TES.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate a wide range of programs including environmental, outdoor and experiential education such as macroinvertebrate studies, herpetology, canoeing, climbing wall, and challenge course (85%)
• Animal care (10%)
• Provide program maintenance and development (4%)
• General maintenance, grounds, housekeeping, and kitchen duties (1%)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

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