Love inspiring children by teaching awareness, understanding, and appreciation for the natural world? The Programs Site Supervisor ensures the development and maintenance of high quality programs and on-site operation for these programs at Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center. The Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center is a collaboration between the City of Bellevue and Pacific Science Center.
The ideal candidate will possess a bachelors degree in Biology, Natural Sciences, Ecology, Environmental Sciences or Environmental Education and have demonstrated supervisory experience and outdoor and experiential teaching skills. The Mercer Slough program is located off-site from the main Pacific Science Center facility. This creates a unique situation. It is important that the Supervisor be able to maintain visibility at both sites and keep awareness high of each to the other whenever possible. There is a lot of autonomy in this position but the Program Site Supervisor is still accountable to the Mercer Slough Manager for the policies of Pacific Science Center, the integrity of the Mercer Slough and the deadlines and regulations of the City of Bellevue.
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TO APPLY: In order to be considered send your resume and cover letter to: jobs@pacsci.org with the job title in the subject line. You may also mail in your information to – Attention: Human Resources Department, Pacific Science Center, 200 2nd Avenue North, Seattle WA 98109, -OR- fax to 206.269.2147.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled
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Reports To: Mercer Slough Program Manager
Position Start Date: ASAP
Job Status: Full Time, Regular
Compensation: $30,000 - $38,000/annually
Job Duties:
PROGRAM VISION AND INNOVATION: Contributing to Pacific Science Center and Mercer Slough EEC missions by:
• Maintaining an awareness of participant and community needs and adapting new and existing program to better suit those needs.
• Assisting other Program Supervisors and Mercer Slough Program Manager in creating innovating, inquiry-based programs & curriculum that inspire enthusiasm and passion for the natural world.
PROGRAM OPERATIONS AND PLANNING: Ensures the safe and successful Mercer Slough programs by:
• Scheduling staff for programs, communicating with staff about the schedule and ensuring that the schedule is running efficiently.
• Monitoring and coordinating logistics for program scheduling to ensure each program does not conflict with other programs.
• Assisting teachers with operation of programs and any difficulties that arise as necessary.
• Following up on any program or maintenance needs reported by teachers and providing teaching staff recognition support.
• Ensuring smooth daily operations of programs including supervising program staff in daily operations and responding to teacher/staffing substituting emergencies.
• Ensuring quality control of parent/participant communication materials including registration process, confirmation or pre-visit materials and daily camp letters.
• Responsible for communication with parents, school groups and Pacific Science Center Registration.
• Overseeing daily site management, in partnership with the Program Supervisors; including public inquiries, site/vehicle maintenance, staff scheduling and program calendars.
• Develop seasonal staffing models, logistical systems and new program components to ensure efficient and effective program support responsive to programmatic changes and growth.
• Summer and Break Camp implementation support to Mercer Slough PreK-8 Supervisor including leading all participant/parent verbal and written communication as well as pre and post logistics planning, educational supplies ordering and organization, canoeing and instruction support as needed.
• Leading coordination of phone and front office logistics with support from MSEEC Administrative Staff.
• Leading and maintaining office equipment and supplies.
• Serving as Mercer Slough’s Petty Cash Officer and Key/Code Officer.
• Serving as Pacific Science Center Facilities and Rental Monitor for Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center Community Room.
EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT: Ensures success of program staff by:
• Supervise all teaching staff unless otherwise designated by Mercer Slough Manager.
• Establish staff performance expectations through training, observation, advising and mentoring, staff evaluations, disciplinary actions and HR procedures.
• Work with other Program Supervisors to implement and execute training for staff.
• Supervise hiring process, including recruitment, phones screens, interviews, and hiring paperwork, selection and assignment process for MSEEC Teaching Staff.
• Monitor and maintain communications with staff and volunteers.
FINANCIAL INTEGRITY: Ensure the efficient financial operation of the Mercer Slough program by:
• Maintaining accurate attendance records.
• Keeping track of all expenditures and turning in receipts, invoices and transfers in a timely manner.
• Assisting the manager in the development of yearly budgets.
• Assisting manager in developing innovative ways to increase revenues and reduce expenses through the development of new programs, grants, sponsorships and partnerships.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE EDUCATION: Contributes to an engaging learning experience by:
• Program instruction as needed.
• Modeling respect and appreciation for the environment and the participants.
• Sharing excitement, wonder and enthusiasm for the program and the natural world with all participants.
• Establish and maintain linkages to state and national science standards as appropriate.
CUSTOMER SERVICE (Internal and External): Ensures a pleasurable experience for all participants by:
• Communicating in a clear manner with all participants (adults and children)
• Fielding phone calls in a courteous and professional manner
• Assisting teachers with parent and teacher concerns as needed
• Ensuring that all program paperwork is completed and turned in by teachers
• Communicating staff needs and feedback to the Mercer Slough Manager
• Anticipating potential areas for concern and addressing them before they become problems.
• Responding to participants concerns as quickly as possible.
• Ensure a pleasurable experience for all program participants by fielding questions, comments and concerns from program partners, parent, participants, City of Bellevue staff and PSC staff.
Other duties as assigned, including 5 days/year of alternative service.
Other Job Considerations:
The Mercer Slough program is located off-site from the main Pacific Science Center facility. This creates a unique situation. It is important that the Supervisor be able to maintain visibility at both sites and keep awareness high of each to the other whenever possible. There is a lot of autonomy in this position but the Program Site Supervisor is still accountable to the Mercer Slough Manager for the policies of Pacific Science Center, the integrity of the Mercer Slough and the deadlines and regulations of the City of Bellevue.
Weekends and nights are required at certain times of the year. During the summer and opening fall seasons, your time may be especially busy and may require additional working hours. All candidates must be able to work outside in inclement weather and in a variety of conditions including mosquitoes and muddy trails. Working on weekends and nights will be necessary during some parts of the year.
Education and Experience:
Required
• B.A. or B.S. in biology, natural sciences, ecology, environmental education, environmental science, or related field
• Supervisory experience
• Outdoor and Experiential Teaching skills
• Knowledge of fresh water ecosystems with emphasis on ecosystems native to the Puget Sound region
• Able to pass a background check
• Good driving record; driver’s license or ability to obtain
• Standard first aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
Desired
• Significant knowledge of fresh water ecosystems, with an emphasis on the Puget Sound region.
Abilities and Personal Characteristics:
• Multitasking
• Proven Organizational skills
• Flexibility
• Detail Oriented
• Group Management skills
• Ability to think on your feet during unexpected and stressful situations
• Ability to maintain enthusiasm and positive outlook
• High energy level and strong initiative
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal, especially with large groups)
• Teaching and classroom management skills
• Smiling team player
Physical Demands
The Supervisor must be able to walk 3 miles with students. They must be able to carry up to 20 pound class bins to and from storage and assist with the carrying and loading of canoes.
Continuously (C) 67-100% Frequently (F) 34-66%
Occasionally (O) 1-33% Not Applicable (N) 0%
A. Activity & Frequency
Sitting - C
Standing – F, when teaching
Walking – F, when teaching
Lifting (unassisted) – O, 20 maximum lbs.
Lifting (assisted) – O, 50 maximum lbs., lifting canoes onto trailer
Carrying – O, 40 maximum lbs.
Climbing Stairs – O, To get to and from office area
Climbing ladders - N
Working at heights - N
Bending/twisting at waist - N
Kneeling/Squatting - O
Reaching - O
Typing - C
Fine Finger manipulation – O, when teaching
Highly Repetitive Tasks - N
B. Environmental Conditions
Exposure to dust - N
Fumes - N
Chemicals (please list chemicals handled and frequency) – O, For water quality testing: Dissolved Oxygen 1-3 Reagents, Sodium Thiosulfate Standard Solution, Bromcresol Green-Methyl Red Indicator, Phosphate Reducing Reagent, Nitrite Nitrogen Reagent A and C-R
Personal protective equipment (PPE) needed (such as hearing, hardhat, gloves, respiratory, eye protection) - O, goggles, gloves
Percentage of time indoors 90% and outdoors 10%
C. Equipment Operated (such as ladders, lifts and tools) - None
D. Vehicles Operated
Forklift - N
Van – F, in Summer, O during school year
Other (please explain) - N
