Nature & Purpose of the Position

Pierce Conservation District is seeking an Outreach and Education Coordinator to help support one of the most diverse and rapidly growing networks of volunteers in the Puget Sound region and bolster the outreach efforts of District. This position will help the District continue to reach new audiences through outreach content development, assisting with educational workshops,  developing and delivering lessons and field trip programs, conducting outreach at community events, and assisting with special projects such as Salmon in the Schools and Envirothon.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for engaging people in conservation efforts, care about equitably delivering services to broad audiences, and have a desire to learn and practice the skills needed to pursue a successful career in communications.

About Pierce Conservation District

Pierce Conservation District is government that works. We work strategically and passionately to conserve and restore the natural resources of Pierce County. Our work improves both rural and urban communities to benefit the health and well-being of our citizens. We work in five core program areas: Water Quality Improvement, Farm Assistance, Habitat Restoration, Urban Agriculture, and Environmental Education. The District works for clean water, healthy soil, salmon recovery, and local food access for all. When you join the Pierce Conservation District staff, you join a team of talented and committed people who are mission-driven and care deeply about improving our environment and our community.

Primary Job Responsibilities

The Outreach and Education Coordinator reports to the Communications and Community Engagement Manager and the Environmental Education Program Manager, and is responsible for the following: 

• Assist and coordinate school visits and field trips with the Environmental Education team at PCD.
• Provide educational components and collect stories, photos, and videos from habitat restoration work parties.
• Assist with planning and execution of major community events.
• Assist the Salmon in the Schools program.
• Represent the District at general outreach events. 

Secondary Job Responsibilities  

• Contribute to general District outreach materials such as website blog, outreach mailers, and social media posting. 
• Assist the Communications Team with video projects as needed and publish workshop recordings on the website.  
• Provide assistance at smaller-scale virtual and in-person events and workshops, such as school field trips and farm tours. 
• Assist with other projects according to need or interest.

Professional Development

• Research and attend trainings to further personal professional development.
• Participate in PCD’s AmeriCorps Leadership Development seminar program.
• Attend meetings as a representation of the District and network with the environmental community.
• Other tasks assigned based on Member’s interest.

Qualifications

We’re seeking candidates who excel in relationship-building, collaboration, and staying organized​​​​. You should have: 

• Knowledge of water quality, ecosystems, and environmental education concepts.
• Ability to communicate with wide variety of audiences.
• Experience conducting social media campaigns, or a desire to learn about communication campaigns. 
• Familiarity with or desire to learn communication software programs such as: Canva, Adobe products, and Customer Relationship Management systems. 
• A track record of developing and maintaining strong working relationships with or among a diverse group of volunteers. 
• Detail-oriented, excellent organization, time management, and task prioritization abilities. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Office 365 suite of software programs. 
• Flexible schedule and ability to serve evenings and weekends.  
• Commitment to and passion for locally led conservation and community improvement. 

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of the Pierce County area and the communities within. 
• Experience with graphic design, social media, and/or video editing.  
• Being a natural conversationalist who likes talking to people. 
• Experience conducting outreach to diverse communities. 
• A good eye for design and/or ability to write engagingly for the public.
• Experience with Cultural Competency in education. 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Office and outdoor environment, occasional travel to a variety of locations to conduct work and may be exposed to typical hazards encountered at such work sites. This is a full-time position consisting of 40 hours/week. The position will require some work on Saturdays or after regularly scheduled work hours. 

Licenses, Certificates & Other Requirements

Valid Washington State driver's license at the time of appointment with maintenance thereafter or evidence of equivalent mobility.