[Nhcoll-l] FW: Beal Education Program Director position open

[Abraczinskas, Laura]

Hello,
Here is a message posted on behalf of Alan Prather (alan at msu.edu<mailto:alan at msu.edu>).
The Michigan State University WJ Beal Botanical Garden is seeking an Education Program Director.
Please contact Alan with any questions!
From: Prather, Alan <alan at msu.edu>
Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2022 7:21 PM
Subject: Beal Education Program Director position open

Hi Folks,

The WJ Beal Botanical Garden has a newly-created position for an Education Program Director. We're looking for someone who lead our education initiatives by developing programs and lesson plans, coordinating with instructors both on-campus and off, developing outreach materials, and who has a passion for sharing science focused on botany and conservation biology. This person would work with our small team to help build a program that is integrated into the fabric of MSU. Please share this broadly!

Review of Applications begins 17 August. Learn more by visiting here: https://careers.msu.edu/en-us/job/511663/specialist-outreachfixed-term  or reading below. Questions welcome!

Thanks,
Alan Prather
Interim Director
WJ Beal Botanical Garden

Education Program Director
Specialist - Outreach-Fixed Term
Job no: 800859
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: University Arts And Collections
Department: WJ Beal Botanical Garden 40001165
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Education/Training, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union

Position Summary
The Outreach Specialist/Education Program Director will support faculty and student success by developing opportunities and programs to maximize the use of the Garden in teaching and other educational efforts, both within the campus and broader community. The person filling this position should be enthusiastic, creative, inquisitive, and be able to engage educational groups in exciting programs that highlight plants, people and the environment. The Academic Specialist-Outreach/Educational Program Director will be a key resource to faculty wishing to expand classroom curriculum to include the Garden as a part of achieving their hands-on learning objectives. They will coordinate and lead tours and classes in the Garden and manage all educational events at the Garden.  This individual will also provide mentorship of undergraduate interns, graduate assistants, and related projects in the Garden. This position is full-time.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree
Masters -botany, biology, science education or related field

Minimum Requirements
Master's degree from an accredited institution.
Ability to lift and carry educational materials, equipment, etc. up to 25 lbs;
Ability to travel in local and surrounding communities and occasional long-distance travel are required as a regular part of this position;
Ability to work infrequently outside of regular working hours;
Ability to work outdoors in sometimes challenging conditions

Desired Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited institution in botany, biology, science education or a related field; demonstrated understanding of plant biology.
Demonstrated success in program development and delivery to diverse audiences/communities, and proven ability in establishing and working with a diverse network of constituents and community members across race, color, gender, national origin, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, veteran status, socioeconomic class, and other differences
Experience in educational program development and development of educational materials and/or lesson plans.
Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently in an office environment without daily supervision and/or coaching.
Ability to create and carryout a project plan from research of initial concept to project completion and follow-up.
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Proficiency in use of technology (e.g., web research, Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook for mail/calendaring, distance technology, etc.) for day-to-day work and educational program delivery, record keeping, reporting, team-based communications, and overall management

Required Application Materials
Current resume/CV
Cover letter
Four (4) professional references including two (2) current or previous supervisors

Together-we-will Statement
The university is requiring all MSU students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: https://msu.edu/together-we-will/
Review of Applications Begins On
08/17/2022

Website
http://cpa.msu.edu/beal/beal_frames.htm

MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

Advertised: Jul 27, 2022 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Jul 27, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time


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