CORE Education Coordinator (NOSB®)
The Consortium for Ocean Leadership, www.oceanleadership.org, a new corporation resulting from the merger of the Consortium for Oceanographic Research and Education (CORE) and the Joint Oceanographic Institutions (JOI) has an immediate and rewarding opportunity for a qualified individual to serve as the NOSB Education Coordinator. This individual will be responsible for the efficient day-to-day operational activities of the National Ocean Sciences Bowl and specific associated projects (such as internships, diversity programming and summer award trip coordination). Duties include service as the main point of contact for NOSB Regional Coordinators, planning, workshop and training activities, database and filing system maintenance and integrity, solicitation and review of questions and a variety of additional administrative and logistical tasks related to the program. The ideal candidate will have: A bachelors degree in a scientific, education or policy-focused field; advanced degree preferred Familiarity with the educational and the scientific research community A minimum of 2 years of administrative/programmatic experience with capacity to assume full responsibility for specific components of a national program Excellent organizational skills with an emphasis on attention to detail Excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills; must be able to deal comfortably and tactfully with a variety of people of all ages, including non-native English speakers as well as scientists, Federal officials and faculty/administrators from academic institutions Demonstrated proficiency with all MS Office applications; experience in database set-up/ management and web editing; ability to research information using electronic resources such as the Internet; web editing experience. For immediate consideration, interested applicants should direct a cover letter and resume to: Consortium for Ocean Leadership Attn: Education Coordinator Search 1201 New York Avenue, NW, Suite 420 Washington, DC 20005 Fax (202) 332-8887 or by Email [EMAIL PROTECTED] The Consortium for Ocean Leadership is an EOE committed to maintaining a diverse work environment and is conveniently located near the Washington, D.C. Metro Center and offers an excellent benefit and retirement package.
