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Environmental Education Planner

Apply to this opportunity here: www.phila.gov/jobs

All applications will be accepted from 4/29/2024- 5/10/2024.

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, job growth opportunities and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

General Job Description:

This is specialized recreational and environmental educational work participating in the development and implementation of environmental education programs for a department-wide environmental educational program or at an environmental center. Included in the work is planning, preparing and presenting educational programs based upon the natural resources of the land and water and its plant and animal life for the visiting public as well as outreach programs for public, private schools and community groups. Publicizing and promoting environmental education, maintaining good community relationships, and recruiting, training and directing volunteers and contracted personnel are significant aspects of the work.

All applications must be submitted at www.phila.gov/jobs by 5/10/2024.

1. EDUCATION:
Completion of a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited college or university with major course work in forestry, biology, wildlife management, conservation or a related field.

AND

2. EXPERIENCE:
Two years of experience in an interpretive or environmental educational program, which has included conducting programming, and/or outreach programs to school students, or the public.

Send certification or transcripts for review to: April Graham – April.Graham@phila.gov

The City of Philadelphia is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

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