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TES 4-H Environmental Instructor - Seasonal/Residential

Auburn University
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Columbiana, AL, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time or Part Time

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  • The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is seeking a TES 4-H Environmental Instructor to work at the Alabama 4-H Center, which is located on 264 acres near Lay Lake.
  • Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience, or an associate's or bachelor's degree.
  • The position involves facilitating environmental and outdoor education programs, with a seasonal commitment from mid-February to mid-December.
  • Room and board are provided, and preference is given to those who can commit to two or more seasons.
  • The salary for this temporary position is competitive, with specific figures not disclosed in the job overview.
Overview

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is excited to begin the search for a TES 4-H Environmental Instructor!
 
The Alabama 4-H Center rests on 264 acres of lush rolling woodlands along the banks of beautiful Lay Lake and is surrounded by some of the state’s most ecologically diverse features, including the Cahaba River, Talladega National Forest, Cheaha Wilderness and Oak Mountain State Park. The center is also located only 35 miles from Birmingham, a culturally diverse city with excellent dining, music and arts.
 
Training/Educational opportunities: 15-day extensive staff training on all programs provided at the center; Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR (End of Spring Season/Beginning of Summer Season); Alabama Boating Certification Course (Fall and Spring seasons).

Season Commitment:
    • Spring: Mid Feb – Mid May
    • Summer: End of May – Mid August
    • Fall: Mid August – Mid December

 


* Preference will be shown to applicants interested in making a 2 or more season commitment.
* Room Provided

Visit our website at www.alabama4hscienceschool.org for more information.
 

Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:

    • Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
    • Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
    • Assistance with special projects
    • Seasonal work
    • Emergencies

 


If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.
 
AU student employees are not eligible for TES.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate a wide range of programs including environmental, outdoor and experiential education such as macroinvertebrate studies, herpetology, canoeing, climbing wall, and challenge course (85%); animal care (10%); provide program maintenance and development (4%); general maintenance, grounds, housekeeping, and kitchen duties (1%).

Qualifications

    • High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience OR
    • Associate’s degree OR
    • Bachelor’s degree

 


Scope of Experience: Experience in clerical or administrative support services.
 
Substitution allowed for Experience:
  • Degrees can be use in lieu of expereince

Why Work at Auburn?

    • Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
    • Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
    • We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
    • Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
    • A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

 

 
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

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