We are seeking a creative and motivated team member to assist education staff with programming needs. This individual will work from the Fort Pierre, SD, office. Regular working hours are Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm, with some evening and weekend work and travel required. The position will serve group and community programs ranging from family to adult classes. Program topics include, but are not limited to, hunter education, shooting sports, archery, hunting, trapping, fishing, hiking, and other outdoor skills. The intern will assist with programs developed and scheduled by the program coordinators or volunteer instructors and develop future programs for the public such as assisting with the planning of fall courses, developing and implementing at least two courses over the summer, and providing assistance teaching courses at Youth Conservation Camp. The education and outreach intern will also gain experience in strategic planning through participating in department work groups focused on R3 and Education development. This position will also assist with the outreach and marketing of summer classes and events. The candidate will be encouraged to become certified to teach FishSD, HuntSAFE, Project Wild, and NASP as part of professional development training. Part of being an effective educator is taking care of course materials; therefore, the intern may be asked from time-to-time to assist in the upkeep of education equipment. Candidate must enjoy working with families and adults and enjoy spending time outdoors. Training is provided.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates will have either experience with education and outreach or working towards a relevant degree. Candidates will not be required to have a degree in fisheries or wildlife; although, they will be considered. Other degrees of consideration will be those that include the aspects of education, communication, outreach, or outdoor recreation (i.e. agricultural education, science education, physical education, sports and recreation management, or a related field).
Contact Person
Shala Larson
Contact eMail
Shala.Larson@state.sd.us
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