Below my signature please find an announcement for the Youth Education coordinator at Hobcaw Barony. Hobcaw is a unique place, one location that houses three different field stations: Clemson (Forestry/Wildlife/Water/Natural Resources), the Univ of South Carolina (Marine), and Francis Marion/Coastal Carolina (cultural, historical, and anthropological resources). Education programs are mainly run through the Belle W. Baruch Foundation, a non-profit trust set up upon the death of our namesake in 1964. This position is with the Baruch Foundation. Hobcaw Barony comprises 16,000 acres of coastal salt march, pine forest, bottomland hardwoods. It is located just outside of Georgetown SC, about 40 min south of Myrtle Beach. The location is not particularly rural, but has a small town feel near a major tourist destination.
Application details below. Note that it includes benefits. I have no part in the hiring process, since this isn’t a Clemson position. Passing it along because I bet there are many talented folks within the Ecolog community looking for a new challenge. Cheers Skip J. Van Bloem, Ph.D. Director Baruch Institute of Coastal Ecology and Forest Science Clemson University Coordinator of Children and Youth Education Hobcaw Barony Georgetown, SC Organization The Belle W. Baruch Foundation is a nonprofit foundation established in 1964 to manage Hobcaw Barony, a 16,000-acre research reserve near Georgetown, SC. The reserve host research projects at the undergraduate, graduate and post doctorate level conducted through South Carolina’s colleges and universities. Overview The Coordinator will fill a full time position at Hobcaw Barony in Georgetown, SC. The coordinator will be responsible for the development and delivery of educational programs in conservation and history, with an emphasis on forestry, wildlife, and marine biology. The ideal candidate will be an experienced educator with a record of innovative teaching and curriculum development, including hands-on and place-based learning. Duties Include: Develop and lead educational programs on the ecology and history of South Carolina utilizing the resources present at Hobcaw Barony. Programs may include periodic tours, K-12 school programs, lectures, symposiums, continuing education sessions, and workshops. Assist with the development, construction, and maintenance of permanent and temporary displays at the Hobcaw Barony Discovery Center, as well as for use at offsite events. Assist with special events, workshops, and symposiums sponsored by the resident universities or other partnering organizations. Task may include, but are not limited to scheduling facilities, promotions, caterers, programs, speakers, parking, and setup. Train and manage volunteers assigned to assist with educational programs and workshops when children are the primary audience. Represent the Foundation’s interest by serving on internal and external committees, task forces, boards, or councils related to children’s education. Manage children’s educational facilities at the Discovery Center, including classroom and program supplies, live animal exhibits, and displays. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor degree in natural resources, education, or closely related field. Experience in public programming, interpretation or education. Ability to be flexible in work schedule with little or no notice. Salary is commensurate with experience. Background check and drug test required prior to hire. Comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation, medical and life insurance. Please send résumé and salary requirements by February 28, 2019 to: George Chastain, Executive Director The Belle W. Baruch Foundation 27 Hobcaw Rd Georgetown, SC 29440 Email: geo...@hobcawbarony.org
