Wildlife Education Specialist

Missouri Department of Conservation; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri Department of Conservation seeks an Education/Interpretation Specialist to educate the public on fish, forest, and wildlife through programs and exhibits at Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center (JOPLI1). You will present on-site and off-site programs, create new interpretation materials, and oversee classrooms and materials.

Travel and occasional overnight stays may be required. The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field, 1 year of interpretation/teaching experience, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related field required; interpretation/teaching exp. preferred.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Interpretive Guide certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Present educational programs on conservation topics for diverse audiences.
• Create and present new programs and materials on natural history and ecology.
• Set up classrooms, manage supplies, and order equipment as needed.
• Supervise and train staff and volunteers; evaluate performance.

Skills

Public speaking

Program development

Communication

AV equipment operation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Fisheries/Forestry/Wildlife/Biological Sciences/Conservation

Interpretation/teaching experience (1 year)

Tools

AV equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

Missouri Department of Conservation seeks an Education/Interpretation Specialist to educate the public on fish, forest, and wildlife through programs and exhibits at Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center (JOPLI1). You will present on-site and off-site programs, create new interpretation materials, and oversee classrooms and materials.

Travel and occasional overnight stays may be required. The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field, 1 year of interpretation/teaching experience, and a