Outreach Coordinator II, Wings of Hope

Job Description

Typical duties may include but are not limited to:

• Develops and implements programs, projects and activities that support the strategic goals and objectives of the Wings of Hope Program and serves the educational needs of schools and community organizations.
• Provides oversight and direction of the administrative operations of the program. Translates strategic goals and objectives into operational initiatives.
• Engages FGCU students as program assistants to support their professional development as educators and science communicators
• Partners with Southwest Florida K-12 schools, local, state, national, and international community organizations to advance environmental education in the region.
• Solves operational problems, develops solutions, interprets and administers policies and procedures, and resolves issues and concerns.
• Conducts program assessment and evaluation to make recommendations for improvement of outcomes, including quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Provides project coordination and support, including budgeting and program reporting.
• Solves operational problems, develops solutions, interprets and administers policies and procedures, and resolves issues and concerns.
• Cultivates private sector partnerships to develop outreach and educational projects.
• Creates multiple publications including brochures, flyers, announcements, invitations, bulletins, newsletters, and handbooks.
• Plans and implements special projects as assigned.

Other Duties:

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

• This position requires either eight years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• Professional fulltime experience in K-12 teaching, environmental and/or science education, community outreach, higher education, or science & research communication.
• Working knowledge of Florida K-12 Sunshine State Standards.
• Experience coordinating and facilitating campus-community outreach, especially with K-12 schools.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree from an accredited institution in Environmental Education, Education, Environmental/Marine Science, or closely related field.
• Fundraising experience, including grant development and donor engagement
• Experience recruiting volunteer, work study, internship, and/or graduate students and facilitating their service/work/study opportunities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of C-Palms and Next Generation Science Standards.
• Skill in developing and delivering standards-aligned curricula, lessons and training resources for various audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Skill in online, classroom, and field teaching and instruction.
• Skill in learner assessment and program evaluation.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects within deadlines toward long-term and short-term goals.
• Ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations when numerous and diverse demands are involved.
• Ability to routinely travel to and work at sites around Southwest Florida.
• Ability to use effective decision making and problem solving techniques.
• Ability to think critically and make clear, well-reasoned and timely decisions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times.
• Ability to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures consistently.
• Ability to interpret and apply data to inform and improve programs and initiatives.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of independent judgement in the establishment, interpretation, application, and enforcement of all rules, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to effectively manage the work of others by providing information, guidance, and motivation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, coworkers, and community partners while assisting in building strategic relationships.
• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate developmental objectives, outcomes, and assessment practices for programs and initiatives.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with a diverse group of staff, faculty, students, and community partner agencies.
• Ability to use digital tools for program development, outreach, delivery, and assessment (e.g., Microsoft Office, Canva, Zoom, etc.)
• Ability to thrive in an organization that values the diversity of its student body and workforce and actively promotes an equitable environment.

Pay Grade 16