Oahu Outreach & Education Coordinator
hace 8 días
Honolulu
Job Description Location: Pacific Islands Ocean Exploration Center, Aloha Tower, Honolulu, HI Supervisor: Pacific Islands Ocean Exploration Center Manager (NMSF) Status: Full-time, Exempt, 1 year term position What We Need The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is a leading voice for U.S. protected waters, is seeking an Education and Outreach Coordinator who will work within the Pacific Islands Ocean Exploration Center (PIOEC) to implement education and outreach programming for the Pacific Islands Region on behalf of the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries (ONMS) and the Nation Marine Sanctuary Foundation. Working collaboratively as part of a multi-agency team, the Oahu Education and Outreach Coordinator is responsible for working with Papahānaumokuākea and the Pacific Islands regional education and outreach staff to plan and implement education and outreach programming about the Pacific Islands regional sanctuary sites for K-12, secondary, and post-secondary students, teachers, community members, and visitors on the island of Oahu. The Coordinator works with government, public, and academic partners to plan, coordinate, and facilitate education and outreach activities at the PIOEC and supports sanctuary education and outreach programs and events as directed. The position requires the performance of a highly independent professional who provides impactful educational and outreach programs and services to support the mission of the Pacific Islands Region. The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation is committed to a culture of inclusion, equity, and belonging. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We honor experiences, perspectives, and unique identities, and welcome the contributions that you can bring to the dedicated team. With a diverse team of employees, we can grow and learn better together and achieve our mission to protect the health of the ocean, coasts and Great Lakes for current and future generations. What You’ll Do • Inform and educate teachers, students, communities, stakeholders, and visitors effectively, appropriately, and strategically about Papahānaumokuākea and the Pacific Islands Region;, • Develop, update, and compile curriculum, presentation, and educational resources used in lessons and activities about Papahānaumokuākea and the Pacific Islands Region and ensure that education materials are aligned with State and National education standards;, • Develop, integrate, and promote new materials and tools, which may include online tools for collaboration, interactive mobile device apps, and video tools to support educational programming as needed;, • Design, promote, and lead teacher and student workshops;, • Work with local universities and organizations, teacher training institutes, and communities to arrange workshops and use of the PIOEC venue, as well as with voyaging canoe communities and outdoor environmental programs to arrange meaningful experiences for education and outreach program participants;, • Coordinate PIOEC education and outreach events on behalf of Papahānaumokuākea and the Pacific Islands Region;, • Manage and update education and outreach contact lists;, • Participate in the development, planning, and execution of education programs as part of the regional education team;, • Organize and facilitate staff presentations, events, partner use, and visits to the PIOEC;, • Support Papahānaumokuākea and Pacific Islands Region meetings as needed;, • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Education, Teaching, Communications, Hawaiian Studies, or related field;, • Three to five years of experience in formal or informal education;, • Experience in conducting workshops, evaluating education programs, and working in communities with diverse cultural and/or socioeconomic backgrounds;, • Experience in developing curricula;, • Knowledge of natural history of the Pacific Islands Region, including the Hawaiian Islands, American Samoa, and the Pacific Remote Islands;, • The ability to deliver high-quality products and services to both external and internal clients and partners, in accordance with agreed-upon time schedules;, • The ability to work collaboratively with a team and independently;, • Experience with desktop editing and layout software;, • The ability to work evenings and weekends, and travel both in and out of Hawaiʻi for training and other programmatic needs;, • Ability to travel on a small ocean craft;, • Familiarity working with government and non-government organizations;, • Regular attendance is required;, • Experience with video production equipment and editing software. Why You Will Love Us The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation (“Foundation”) is a leading voice for U.S. protected waters, working with communities to conserve and expand those special places for a healthy ocean, coasts, and Great Lakes. The Foundation works in close partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to increase stewardship of our ocean and Great Lakes through on-the-water conservation projects, and education and public outreach activities, and by support for research. Together, we safeguard species and the places they call home and support coastal communities and economies. • Dedicated and passionate staff committed to marine and Great Lakes Conservation;, • Generous leave policy, plus paid time off the week between December 25 and January 1; and 12 paid holidays;, • Health benefits: Medical with an FSA option; dental, and vision;, • Foundation paid Life and Disability Insurance; Applications must include a cover letter, resume, and at least three professional references. Applications received by September 12, 2025 will be preferred. Location: Honolulu, HI The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This commitment applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. The Foundation makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.