This position typically provides the conducting and coordination classes and programs to persons of all ages; and deals courteously and effectively with fellow employees and citizens. These duties are performed near large areas of water that are inhabited by reptiles or other wildlife in controlled and/or natural environments.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Develops, gathers and organizes curricula and community resources to deliver a coordinated educational enrichment program.
• Schedules, coordinates and conducts field trips and programs for students of all ages.
• Teaches educational programs onsite.
• Works with school educators to integrate natural history, cultural history and environmental issues and materials into existing activities and curricula.
• Attends meetings, workshops and conferences in order to maintain levels of expertise.
• Travels to various sites for educational programs and presentations about Cypress Gardens.
• Maintains all education signage and brochures.
• Researches and applies for grants and donations.
• Works in cooperation with other staff members in developing programs, projects and festivals.
• Cares for animals used in education programs.
• Supervises other staff members.
• Generates monthly activity reports.
• Purchases supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree in Natural Sciences, Entomology, Horticulture, Education or related field;
• Three (3) years of related experience;
• Or equivalent education, and/or experience;
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license for South Carolina with safe driving record.

• Departmental testing may be administered during interview;
• A criminal background check will be completed on selected applicant if a current one (less than 3 years old) is not on file.

• Ability to read and write.
• Knowledge of I-Pads and digital cameras is preferred.
• Skill in using computers including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to receive payments and manage property.
• Ability to make budget recommendations and manage the budget.
• Ability to use or repair small and medium equipment and machinery.

This position requires the employee to stand, sit, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop and use hands to handle, feel, finger, grasp or operate objects, tools or controls; reach, pull and push with hands and arms; use mental acuity and repetitive motion; and walk, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to thirty (30) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

The work is regularly performed in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands. Thirty-seven and one half (37.5) hours per week. Normal work hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with the ability to work after hours when necessary. Weekend and holiday work may be required. Scheduled hours/days, job location, duties and any other information contained herein is subject to change. May be required to work extra hours and to perform extra or different duties during emergency situations.