Assistant Manager - Interpretation & Education

Purpose PLEASE NOTE - THIS IS A JOB DESCRIPTION ONLY.

THIS IS NOT A POSTING FOR A VACANCY To see a list of job postings, please click HERE Assists the Resource Manager in the management of the educational and interpretive programs across Metro Parks, serving as a liaison between Park Managers and headquarters' staff.

Providing guidance, strategic oversight, and special event planning in relation to educational and interpretive initiatives.

Example of Duties Assists the Resource Manager in the development of strategic educational and interpretive goals and initiatives applicable across Metro Parks; guides the expansion and implementation of a wide variety of programs.

Collaborates and partners with Park Managers to assist their teams in planning and execution of educational, interpretive, and special event initiatives.

Develops and maintains processes which can be used to evaluate the quality and quantity of education/interpretive programs and special events.

Conducts field surveys or inventories of plants and animals; may assist with various resource management projects.

May work with Park Managers and Design staff in matters pertaining to interpretive programs and park projects which have an impact on the natural environment (e.g., controlled succession program, interpretive trails, centers and facilities, etc.). Assists the Resource Manager in preparing and administering budgets related to educational/ interpretive and special event functions from a district-wide perspective.

Reviews and recommends training, certifications, and conference approvals related to educational and interpretive staff.

Participates in recruitment and selection processes for educational, interpretative, and special event personnel.

Serves as the face of Metro Parks in identified media efforts, presenting topical segments, at times with little notice.

Coordinates volunteer efforts from the Park District level, exploring and/or implementing more unified volunteer opportunities/functions such as managing the volunteer software, volunteer communications, planning appreciation events, volunteer orientation, etc.

Presents interpretive programs to the public, community, professional, and community organizations; may perform these functions in various parks throughout the district.

Responds to educational/interpretive Infoline submissions as needed.

Provides social media content.

Prepares and maintains written reports, records, articles, and related documents; assists with the coordination of items to be submitted for Metro Parks' program schedule.

Performs special projects and related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in environmental interpretation, natural resources, education, park administration, or related field, and considerable experience in the interpretive or educational field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Attendance: Being present at work is an essential function of the position.

Team-Oriented: Works on a team.

Outstanding customer service, communications and interpersonal skills.

Computer/Software Skills: Demonstrated experience using computers, web-based programs, e-mail, social media venues, and Microsoft Office products.

Language Skills: Excellent presentation and verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to communicate effectively through speech and writing; ability to prepare meaningful, concise, and accurate reports; ability to use two-way radio.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Licenses, Registrations: Possession of a valid Ohio driver license, insurable by Metro Parks' insurance carrier, and ability to conform to the driving standards policy.

Possession of valid standard first aid and CPR cards within six (6) months of employment.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, talk and hear, hike, operate two-way radio, sit, work with hands, drive park vehicles, and utility vehicles, etc.

The employee is frequently required to use hands to complete reports, use personal computers, etc.

Work Environment: While performing the regular duties of this job, the employee regularly works both indoors in an office setting and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

Any Additional Information: Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships within work unit, with associates, other professionals, and the general public.

Knowledge of volunteer administration, budgeting, public relations, social media, safety practices and procedures, and scientific nomenclature.

Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

Candidate must satisfactorily complete a background investigation.

Other Information The above Description represents the essential and most significant duties of this position.

It is not intended to exclude other work duties, assignments and responsibilities not mentioned herein.

Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented and productive work environment.

Alcohol and drug abuse poses a threat to the health and safety of Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks' employees and to the security of the organization's equipment and facilities.

For these reasons, Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment.

Supervision Received: Resource Manager, general guidance provided by Deputy Director Given: Functional guidance and mentoring of Interpretive Staff FLSA Status Given the nature of this classification's duties/responsibilities, it has been designated as Exempt under the governing Fair Labor Standards Act and, therefore, is not entitled to formal overtime compensation and/or formal compensatory time.

Internal policies regarding compensatory time may apply.

Core Values Attendance: Is at work as scheduled; reports to work on time; follows proper procedures for requesting leave or calling off.

Policies & Procedures: Follows established policies and procedures; inquires of supervisor if unclear on policy/procedure, includes following safety policies, procedures and protocols.

Professionalism: Handles the responsibilities of the position in an effective manner; maintains integrity and appropriate behavior in dealing with conflicts and challenges with the public, co-workers, and managers; offers differing points of view in an acceptable manner.

Team Player: Supports other members of the organization in accomplishing their goals and projects; recognizes and credits others for their contribution in achieving goals.

Positive Attitude: Supports Metro Parks established priorities at all times; cultivates team environment; exhibits enthusiasm while carrying out responsibilities; looks for solutions to work conflicts and challenges.

Productivity: Thoroughly completes work in a timely manner; organizes and plans assignments well or follows supervisory instructions well with little explanation; follows-up as needed.

Quality: Demonstrates technical competence, meets job expectations; completes assignments with few errors.

Initiative: Does not wait to be told what to do; appropriately makes suggestions for improvements; does not hesitate when things do not go according to routine and quickly adjust to meet exceptions.

Interpersonal Communication: Interacts with others with tact and courtesy; communicates clearly and effectively; shares information with supervisor or coworkers to achieve goals; responsive to the public.