- Job ID: 62677
- Location: St. Teresa, FL
- Full/Part Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
Department
Florida State University Coastal & Marine Lab (FSUCML)
Responsibilities
- Works directly with the TEP Coordinator to develop, plan, and implement workshops and field classes for stakeholders and target audiences, and conduct follow-up research. Schedule and provide TEP classes.
- Plans, organizes, and coordinates local and regional workshops and meetings working collaboratively with partners to identify needs, provide technical assistance, resources, and training.
- Coordinates outreach programs; finds opportunities to integrate FSU research/initiative into Coastal Training program.
- Generate communication materials in written, audio, and video media, as well as social media content for the DEP social media accounts. Oversee the creation and publication of the OysterCatcher newsletter. Manage ANERR presence on websites and social media. Compile success stories from ANERR, northwest Region AP, and Buffer staff to generate weekly reports to central Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection and participate in a weekly call with communications staff and Central ECP office staff relaying relevant updates and protocol, changes with staff.
- Operates vehicles/vessels as needed and assists with efforts to plan, prepare and respond to extreme weather and impacts to ANERR and regional facilities.
Qualifications
High school diploma/equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: post high-school education and/or experience may substitute at a comparable rate.)
Must have a valid Florida or Georgia Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain prior to hire.
Ability to move/lift up to 25 lbs. (i.e., field equipment, displays for special events and outreach activities.)
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to demonstrate effective customer service skills and positive attitude.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to effectively communicate to a variety of audiences both verbally and in writing; public speaking skills and level of comfort in front of various professional audiences utilizes problem-solving techniques.
- Ability to compile printing materials and visual aids for training, information research, workshop development, writing and/or producing educational materials. Ability to add workshops, programs, and other information to the website.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to utilize multimedia approaches to training.
- Knowledge of applicable computer applications and basic computer functions. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including but not limited to the use of Microsoft Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of event planning and ability to coordinate, organize and evaluate meetings and/or events. Ability to efficiently plan, organize and coordinate workshops and meetings. Knowledge of training and teaching methodology. Skills in public speaking.
Other Information
FSUCML is located on the northeastern Gulf of Mexico coast in a relatively undeveloped area of rich biological diversity one hour south of the FSU main campus in Tallahassee. This position is located in Eastpoint, Florida at the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve (ANERR).
This position works with ANERR’s Training and Engagement Program (TEP) to provide up-to-date scientific information and skill building opportunities for collaborative networks of decision makers, stakeholders, and professionals whose work and decisions have impacts on coastal resources in northwest Florida, specifically the Apalachicola Watershed. The goal of TEP section is to transfer science conducted at ANERR, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection (FLDEP) to stakeholders enabling them to make and implement decisions that protect the environment. Stakeholders served by TEP include local, state, and federal government officials, elected officials, planners, coastal managers, seafood industry, private industry, watershed groups, water management districts, residents, and nonprofit organizations.
University Information
One of the nation’s elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
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How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Veterans’ Preference
Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans’ Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.
IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans’ Preference, select “yes” to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans’ Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.
Click the links for eligibility information and required documentation, or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.
Considerations
This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
