OVERVIEW
The Research Foundation for the State University of New York at Plattsburgh (RF-SUNY) is seeking a qualified candidate with technical and practical skills for the position of Educator, to provide education and staff support with The Lake Champlain Research Institute (LCRI) at SUNY Plattsburgh. SUNY Plattsburgh is a regional leader in environmental science and ecology with strong undergraduate and graduate programs. The Lake Champlain Research Institute is a hub for research on campus with many ongoing projects. The Research Foundation is a private, nonprofit corporation, offering comprehensive and low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance, basic and optional retirement plans, employer paid life insurance, tuition waivers, paid time off, and other benefits.
Job Description
Function and Scope
The Education Specialist will support ongoing outreach for the Lake Champlain Research Institute to include the Lake Champlain Discovery Center. Responsibilities include coordination of education activities, staffing the Center during operational hours, implement education programs and support LCRI staff in the development of current and future programs.
Duties and Responsibilities
· Support ongoing outreach projects in LCRI focused on the Lake Champlain Discovery Center.
· Coordinate education activities, including education space set up and design, implement ongoing outreach center plans.
· Work with partners to develop materials, websites, outreach communications.
· Implement programs, support operational hours for programs.
· Support ongoing programs, maintenance of exhibits, order supplies, manage student support teams.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
B.S. or B.A. in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related fields and experience with Lake Champlain outreach and education programs.
· Must have experience with environmental education and outreach planning and implementation.
· Evidence of organizational skills and working with student educators.
· Ability to work under general supervision, and collaboratively as part of a team.
Certifications/Licenses
· Valid driver’s license
Additional Information
Salary Range: $40,000 to $45,000 ccommensurate with education, qualifications, and field experience. Excellent benefit package.
The Research Foundation is a private, nonprofit corporation, offering comprehensive and low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance, basic and optional retirement plans, employer paid life insurance, tuition waivers, paid time off, and other benefits.
For full consideration, please apply by August 9, 2026.
Submit vitae/resume, cover letter, list of 3 professional references.
Research Foundation for SUNY
Box 2026-3
101 Broad Street, 202 Kehoe Building
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Fax# (518)564-2157
Email: [email protected]
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, The Research Foundation for SUNY will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy-related conditions, reproductive health decisions, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, familial status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, prior arrest or conviction record, genetic characteristics/genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, military status or service, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under federal, state or local law.
The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
The Research Foundation for the State University of New York is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation for the State University of New York are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits. The Research Foundation for the State University of New York operates under a contract with The State University of New York and receives no directly appropriated state funding.
Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
