Community Programs and Special Events Coordinator Description: The Special Events/Field Studies Coordinator is responsible for development and coordination of Great Basin Naturalists Community Enrichment programming, which includes multi-day, overnight interpretive and creative events and workshops in Galena Creek Regional Park and Camp We Che Me, a renovated campfire girls lodge in Galena Park. Planned 2012 events include a Family Getaway weekend, creative retreat and field courses through UNR and independently. This position will serve as an AmeriCorps member with the Great Basin Institute and will work collaboratively with the US Forest Service and Washoe County Regional Parks & Open Space. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in environmental and cultural interpretation, curriculum development and visitor center operations while serving at one of the regions premiere visitor destinations.
Compensation: This is an AmeriCorps position, and candidates will receive a living stipend of $14,000 for the year. This is not an hourly wage or a salary and is paid to members bi-monthly throughout the entire year. Upon completion of AmeriCorps service, members shall receive an education award in the amount of 5,550 that can be used for paying off student loans, or paying tuition for a Title IV accredited college. Shared on-site housing is also available at no cost. Timeline: October 11, 2011 through October 5, 2012 Duties: In collaboration with the Visitor Center Director, plans, organizes, coordinates, promotes and facilitates GCVC Community Enrichment programming in Galena Creek Park and Camp We Che Me, including a 3-day, 2-night family camp, 3-day, 2-night creative workshop and on-site and off-site field studies courses, each with a focus on geology, archeology or environmental science; Coordinates and monitors annual timeline for events and remains accountable to that timeline throughout the planning process; Schedules and maintains communication with speakers, vendors and participants; Draft promotional/educational and other materials to be used to forward the goals and objectives of the program; Identify , develop and implement methods for program evaluation; Initiate, coordinate and participate in promotional efforts; As needed, staff the information desk at the Galena Creek Visitor Center to answer phone and in-person inquiries, open and close the visitor center, daily center upkeep, and provide a high level of customer service to visitors; Staff the Galena Creek Store, which includes a monthly inventory, operating a cash register, and answering questions about merchandise; This position will require working on weekends, overnight and holidays; and Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to a bachelors degree in recreation, communications or related field; Previous experience in event planning, education and outreach programs; Experience interacting with all ages and the public in a customer service capacity; park and/or visitor center experience is desirable; Knowledge of the natural history of the Reno-Lake Tahoe area highly desirable; Motivated, self-starter who is detail oriented; Flexibility to handle competing and changing priorities; Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse public in a variety of forums; Ability to speak English conversationally; conversational ability in a second language desirable but not required; Ability to work in harsh and rapidly changing environments; Possess clean, valid, state-issued drivers license; and Meet AmeriCorps eligibility requirements: (1) U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status, (2) must be at least 17 years of age and a US citizen that has received a high school diploma or GED (or be willing to achieve this before using education award), (3) eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award (limit of four in a lifetime, or equivalent of two full-time terms of service), and (4) pass National Sex Offender Public Registry (NSOPR) and federal criminal background checks. To Apply: Step 1: Click here: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=42564. Step 2: Click Apply then register. Step 3: Once registered login and complete the application. Step 4: Click the Search Listings link and search under Environment and NV. Step 5: Click on the position then hit the Apply Now button at the bottom of the listing. Please direct all questions regarding the application process to Bridget Walden at [email protected] or 775-674-5496 These AmeriCorps positions are made possible by a generous grant from Nevada Volunteers. This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, age, or sex. Person with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
