JOB
Who We Are:
The Natural Resources Department of Sullivan County NH manages County lands (~2200 acres) and provides environmental assistance county-wide through its Sullivan County Conservation District program. The mission of the department is to conserve and improve natural resources through management, landowner assistance and educational outreach. We help farmers, host workshops, and partner with area schools. Sullivan County Natural Resources seeks a sustainability educator to promote eco-literacy, manage outreach, and assist with projects and programs. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Job Summary:
Sullivan County Natural Resources (SCNR) is looking for a motivated and creative Sustainability Educator. The successful candidate will be a confident coordinator and presenter familiar with regenerative food practices, renewable energy and place-based ecology education.
Working closely with the SCNR Director, the Sustainability Educator will:
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Promote education on regenerative agriculture, energy and ecological systems in Sullivan County by: assisting and partnering with schools, teachers, and School Administrative Unit (SAU) staff to connect K-12 students and teachers with their food, soil and communities; maintaining an Eco-Ag Center and education hub on Sullivan County lands, and; working collaboratively with network partners to develop network structure and increase capacity.
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Represent Sullivan County as a member of the Upper Valley Teaching Place Collaborative to build connections to regional environmental resources, partnerships and opportunities for collective work
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Oversee SCNR outreach and help to administer programs and activities, including workshops; educational forums and events; plant sales; grant-writing and administration; conservation projects; County lands management, and Conservation District Board meetings. The incumbent will spend half of their time in this role.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Compensation:
This is a full-time position. The salary range is $48,000 - $50,000 plus benefits, which include Health Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dental Insurance, Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Retirement, Earned Time, and paid holidays.
To Apply:
Please send your resume and a detailed cover letter to: Lionel Chute, Natural Resources Director, Sullivan County, 95 County Farm Road, Unity, NH, 03743, or by email ([email protected]). Please reference “SCNR Sustainability Educator” in the subject line. Sullivan County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages a diversity of candidates to apply.
