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Job Title:Bilingual Aquatic Invasive Species Educator
Work Type:Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular
 
Salary Offered:Unspecified
Benefits:Unspecified.
 
Physical Required:Unspecified
Drug Testing Required:Unspecified
Education Required:High School Diploma/GED
Experience Required:Unspecified
 
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Job Description:
Role Summary:

Position Description: The Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board (MPRB) is seeking an individual to work as a bilingual Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Educator. This educator will work in multiple locations throughout Minneapolis including shoreline fishing sites, neighborhood events, and community celebrations.

The Aquatic Invasive Species Educator will:

Provide interactive aquatic invasive species education to diverse groups of patrons at Minneapolis Parks

Participate in community and neighborhood events

Assist in the development of new aquatic invasive species education materials

Help survey anglers at local water bodies to understand demographics

Support educational outreach efforts to local businesses

Track participation and help evaluate program effectiveness

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be conversationally fluent in either Spanish, Somali, or Hmong

Outgoing personality; able to draw in participants

Strong public speaking skills

Experience working with diverse audiences in a public setting

Training in environmental education and/or lake ecology

Previous experience tabling or in community outreach

Ability to work flexible schedule

Must have a valid driver's license and a reliable car (mileage reimbursement provided)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience fishing and knowledge of fishing terminology

Knowledge of aquatic invasive species prevention and identification

Demonstrated success teaching in event settings

Compensation:

$14 / hour
Hours:

Will work on both weekdays and weekends, primarily in the afternoons and evenings. Requires availability for four weekend days/evenings per month. The position will start in May and last through early-September. Average of approximately 10 hours per week in May and 20 hours per week in June through early-September.
To Apply:

Please send cover letter, resume, and a list of three references to:

Mike Sorensen
3800 Bryant Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55409

Open until filled, resumes reviewed as received, qualified candidates interviewed as soon as possible

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is an equal opportunity employer.

Refer to ID 36580984_3 when applying