Program Specialist, Community, Engagement & Education

About the Position

Irvine Ranch Conservancy (IRC) has an opening for a full-time Program Specialist within the Community Engagement and Education program. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys working with a variety of people and wants to contribute to meaningful outcomes. The Program Specialist is primarily responsible for implementing engaging activities that support other IRC program areas. Primary tasks include guided recreational and stewardship activities, community outreach, and classroom visitations.

The regular work schedule includes Saturday.

• Implement engaging public activities that support other IRC program areas, including guided recreational and stewardship activities.
• Conduct community outreach and classroom visitations as part of program delivery.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, social sciences, recreation, or a similar field of study.
• At least one (1) year of related work experience.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities: demonstrated experience communicating with diverse groups (including youth); experience implementing environmental or other interpretation activities; strong verbal and written communication; experience with Microsoft Office 365, particularly SharePoint.

$23.25 - $26.25 per hour ($48,360 - $54,600 per year).

Irvine Ranch Conservancy restores, protects, and enhances our closest connection to nature – our local wildlands. As an innovator in the management of Southern California’s urban wildlands, IRC works in partnership with landowners, community leaders, and residents in Orange County and beyond to engage, educate, and foster a shared vision for responsible, long-term care and protection of the natural resources we all share.

IRC offers industry-leading benefits including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution; life and short- and long-term disability insurance; 401K plan with employer match; flexible spending account and dependent care spending plan (FSA).

Visit i to apply. Visit the IRC website onservancy.org for a full job description and to submit a cover letter and resume.

The Irvine Ranch Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, disability unrelated to job or admission requirements, or veteran status.

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