H Environmental Educator – Wahsega

Overview

Posting Number: G/R28750P

Working Title: 4-H Environmental Educator – Wahsega

Department: CAES-Wahsega

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff, and enrolls over 41,000 students. More details at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Employment Type: Employee

Additional Schedule Information: Schedule will vary based on the needs of the center

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Anticipated Start Date: 03/31/2025

Posting Date: 03/24/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Location of Vacancy: Wahsega 4-H Center - Dahlonega

EOO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of 26 institutions of higher education and learning. Our core values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. More details are available in USG Board Policy and the policy manual at the links provided in the original posting.

Duties/Responsibilities (Primary): Independently lead, teach, manage K-12 students and chaperoning adults through multidisciplinary classes in an outdoor setting. Class subjects include ecology, life science, and earth science.

Percent Time: 60%

Duties/Responsibilities (Support): General support of center operations including maintenance of facilities (dorms, classrooms, education materials, vehicles), operating UGA vehicles, dining hall support and assistance, and projects as needed.

Percent Time: 25%

Duties/Responsibilities: Animal care husbandry and maintenance for residential education reptiles, amphibians, and more.

Percent Time: 10%

Duties/Responsibilities: Lead staff responsibilities to support ongoing reservations and guests.

Percent Time: 5%

Classification Title: Temporary Service/Maintenance

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.0

Position Summary: This temporary Environmental Educator role at Wahsega 4-H Center in Dahlonega, GA, primarily leads K-12 students through multidisciplinary classes in outdoor settings. Subjects include life and earth science, ecology, team building, outdoor skills, and living history. Responsibilities also include animal care, maintenance of teaching areas and resources, facilities, grounds, and general operations support.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Education, Environmental Education, Forestry, Natural Resources, Outdoor Education, Science, or related field. First Aid/CPR/AED certification (or willingness to obtain).

• Teaching qualities fitting for the posting include commitment, genuine interest in youth development, strong passion for education, enthusiasm for lifelong learning, and ability to connect students with meaningful experiences in science and the natural world.
• Work qualities include dynamic personality, strong communication skills, positive attitude, creativity, leadership ability, integrity, willingness to connect and build relationships, and a desire to grow and be challenged.

• Teaching a wide variety of subjects to K-12 youth
• Group management of adults and students
• Broad knowledge of outdoor education and willingness to learn content
• Effective communication with youth and adults
• Customer service and hospitality/food industry experience
• Teamwork and the ability to work independently
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Care for live teaching animals (reptiles, amphibians, and others)
• Outdoor teaching in varying weather and environmental conditions

Willing to work outdoors in varying weather; able to lift 20-40 pounds; walk up to 3 miles daily; tolerate heights and climbing; driving as needed.

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes

Driving requirement? Yes

Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon a background check, credentials verification, and may include a credit check and pre-employment drug test where applicable. See the UGA Background Check website for details.

Contact Details: Recruitment Contact Name:
David Weber;
Email: dweber