Community Programs Director

   

Gore Range Natural Science School

posted: Mar 10, 2010 and closes: Mar 29, 2010

Description and Details

Established in 1998, Gore Range Natural Science School is located in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. Each year more than 18,000 people participate in our Community Programs. Currently, we are seeking a Community Programs Director who has proven experience in the field of environmental interpretation, and who has the vision to develop and sustain community programs for a wide range of audiences at the new environmental learning campus we are building, and at our partner program locations throughout the Eagle River Valley. Community Programs are provided for people of all ages and include: naturalist guided hikes and snowshoe tours, interpretive day and evening programs, programs for special events, seasonal speaker series, and programs for the Science School’s board members and donors. This is a multi-faceted leadership position that works both independently and as a team member with the Youth and Graduate Program Directors at the Science School. Primary responsibilities include: developing a strong Community Programs department within the Science School; hiring and direct supervision of seasonal naturalists and volunteers; oversight of programs at three nature center facilities; assisting with the design development process for interpretive exhibits at the new campus, leading and teaching interpretive programs; administration, marketing and financial management of Community Programs; and, sustaining positive relationships with land management agencies and other program partners. Qualified applicants will have proven supervisory and program development experience as well as a strong background in preparing and presenting interpretive programs in a variety of formats and locations. Knowledge of Rocky Mountain ecology and geography is preferred as well as certification as an interpretive trainer and/or planner from the National Association for Interpretation. A Masters degree in Natural Resource Interpretation or Environmental Education or a related field or the equivalent in interpretive programming experience is desired. The Science School operates in a four-season outdoor environment in a resort region, and a love for sunny summers and snowy winters in the mountains is a must.

Location

Eagle County, Colorado

Application Info

To apply send cover letter, resume, and application from website to Ann Colbert, Community Programs Director, email anns@gorerange.org or fax 970-827-9730 by March 29, 2010

GRNSS, P.O. Box 9469 Avon, CO 81620
anns@gorerange.org
fax: 970-827-9730

Salary & Benefits

Salary based on experience (starting range $38,000-42,000)