[OHIOBWG] FW: Education Manager: Position Description

[Titchenell, Marne]

Great position available for those interested in bat education!

[The Ohio State University]
Marne A. Titchenell

Wildlife Program Specialist

Ohio State University Extension
School of Environment and Natural Resources

210 Kottman Hall, 2021 Coffey Rd, Columbus, OH 43210

614-292-0402  Office
titchenell.4 at osu.edu<mailto:titchenell.4 at osu.edu>

woodlandstewards.osu.edu<http://woodlandstewards.osu.edu>


From: Carter, Tim [mailto:tccarter at bsu.edu]
Sent: Friday, March 07, 2014 11:03 AM
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Subject: Education Manager: Position Description

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Organization for Bat Conservation
Education Manager: Position Description

Overview
The Organization for Bat Conservation (OBC) is a nonprofit environmental education organization dedicated to teaching people about bats and other nocturnal animals and inspiring people to become good stewards of the environment. At the Bat Zone-our home base at Cranbrook Institute of Science-we care for more than 150 bats from around the world as well as owls, flying squirrels, sugar gliders, skunks and a two-toed sloth. We bring our animal ambassadors to schools, libraries and museums, allowing people to see these amazing animals up close and learn ways to protect them.

OBC program staff and animal keepers present more than 1,500 educational, engaging and inspiring presentations annually to nearly 250,000 people. The importance and uniqueness of bats is also shared nationally through print and television appearances including The Tonight Show, Live with Regis & Kelly, The Today Show, Martha Stewart and Conan O'Brien. OBC has been combining community education, Bat Zone tours, research, and conservation projects to protect bats worldwide since 1992.

Education Manager Position
OBC is seeking a full-time Education Manager to oversee the Education Department.  This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with a drive to teach and inspire the public to make an impact in the community. The ideal candidate will be an energetic and enthusiastic education professional who thrives in a fast-paced, environment surrounded by equally dynamic colleagues and volunteers. Salary is commensurate with experience and includes a benefits package.

Responsibilities
*           Supervise education department and team members, including preparing weekly program schedules, managing department budget and managing department staff
*           Deliver high-quality, professional live animal programs throughout Michigan as well as tours of the Bat Zone
*           Conduct and oversee animal handling training among all staff
*           Handle animals for educational purposes
*           Maintain educational resources
*           Develop new programs, as needed, and align to national education requirements
*           Book programs as needed
*           Develop educational resources for teachers
*           Manage program evaluation process
*           Collect and analyze program data
*           Facilitate community partnerships related to education
*           Stay up to date on national educational standards
*           Partner with communications team on program promotion

Required qualifications
*           Bachelors and 2+ years in environmental education, interpretation, recreation, natural resources, education or related field
*           Previous experience working with live animals is a must
*           Ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences, demonstrated public speaking skills and ability to communicate with enthusiasm
*           Ability to work quickly and efficiently and be flexible and adaptable on a daily basis
*           Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends
*           Ability to travel throughout Michigan to present programs (OBC vehicle provided) with some long hours and occasional overnights
*           Ability to manage a team
*           Computer literacy

How to apply
Please send a cover letter (including salary requirement) and resume to Rob Mies, rmies at batconservation.org<mailto:rmies at batconservation.org>, by March 21, 2014. Early submission is highly recommended. No phone inquiries, please.

The Organization for Bat Conservation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates of any gender, race, class, sexual orientation, faith, disability, or age are encouraged to apply. All candidates will be evaluated on a merit basis.

Rob Mies, Executive Director
Organization for Bat Conservation
@ Cranbrook Institute of Science
39221 Woodward Ave.: PO Box 801
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48303
248-645-3232
www.batconservation.org<http://www.batconservation.org>

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