Join us! Como Park Zoo and Conservatory education team is hiring two Residency Education Specialist positions.
Our education team cultivates engaging experiences that spark curiosity, appreciation, and action for our natural world. Education Coordinators perform professional work planning and implementing designated educational and enrichment programs for formal and informal learning environments.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Responsibilities
Here’s what you can expect to do in these positions:
Residency Education Specialists These positions are part-time, 32 hours per week for nine months from September to May, starting its initial season in December 2024 and running for six months through May. These part-time positions supports Como's high-impact Residency Program, providing a hands-on learning experience about local flora and fauna and our interactions with the natural world. The program consists of four consecutive days of activities, held either at Como or at schools, ensuring access for students from both the metro area and Greater Minnesota.
Qualifications
A Bachelor's Degree and two years of experience working in formal or informal educational settings.
Must possess a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.
A combination of education and experience to equal 6 years or more can be used to qualify for the position.
City of Saint Paul
Saint Paul, MN, MN 55102
US
