Role Summary: The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is seeking two individuals to work as a Water Quality Educators to work in multiple locations throughout Minneapolis at community events, programs, and celebrations.

The Water Quality Educator will:

• Provide interactive water quality education during canoe programs as well as other recreation or nature based programs and events to a diverse group of patrons at Minneapolis Parks
• Assist with coordinating MPRB participation at community and neighborhood events leading water quality presentations
• Assist in the development of new water quality education materials
• Assist with coordinating educational outreach efforts to local businesses
• Track participation and evaluate program effectiveness
• Occasionally assist Aquatic Invasive Species boat inspectors and provide AIS education at boat landings
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Outgoing personality able to draw in participants
• Demonstrated ability to work well with diverse audiences in a public setting
• Working knowledge of watersheds, nonpoint source pollution, and water quality issues
• Working knowledge of tabling education techniques and messaging
• Ability to work flexible schedule
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs, hike uneven terrain, and teach effectively in all weather conditions
• Must have a driver's license and a reliable personal vehicle to haul program materials and drive between work assignment locations

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be able to lift 30 lbs, hike uneven terrain, and teach effectively in all weather conditions
• Must have a driver's license and a reliable personal vehicle to haul program materials and drive between work assignment locations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated success teaching in event settings
• Previous experience giving public presentations
• Knowledge of interpretive display design
• Ability to communicate fluently in a second language. Spanish, Hmong, or Somali preferred.

Compensation: $18.00 per hour, plus mileage reimbursement provided. This position is eligible for sick and safe leave in accordance with the Minneapolis Sick and Safe Time Ordinance. This position is not eligible for other benefits.

Hours: Monday through Friday, primarily in the afternoons and evenings, plus availability for four weekend days/evenings per month. Average 20-30 hours per week, June through August.

Apply by submitting the following materials: Please send your cover letter and resume to . Please put "Water Quality Environmental Educator" in the subject line

Deadline for applications: 03-05-2023

Direct questions to:
Emily Bowers

To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to to . Please put "Water Quality Environmental Educator" in the subject line.