Part-Time Education Associate

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Job description

Class Summary This is a part-time position with a maximum of 1,560 hours per year and is not eligible for paid holidays, leave, or benefits. Job Description Gwinnett County's Department of Water Resources is currently recruiting to hire a Part-Time Education Associate to support the Information & Outreach's Education Team. $25.00 per hour, up to 29 hours per week, not to exceed 1,560 hours per year. Essential Duties Presents Water on Wheels, the Department's environmental education program that travels to schools to educate the next generation of watershed stewards on stream health, the human water cycle, pollution prevention, and water infrastructure. Assists the Water Resources Program Coordinator to develop new school programs and contests to expand the Department's educational programming. Assists with existing contests such as the middle school Model Water Tower Competition and high school art contest. Supports the Public Information and Outreach team by attending staff events such as festivals and tabling within the community. Teaches and interacts with people of all ages to help meet the educational goals of the Department. Other Job Requirements/Information Comfortable with public speaking and facilitating activities Knowledge of Gwinnett's school standards, Academic Knowledge, and Skills (AKS) Relates well with young children Strong classroom management skills Can quickly learn and confidently deliver new material Highly organized and dependable Will represent Gwinnett County DWR with professionalism and courtesy Grade The grade for this position is 97. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in education or closely related field; Two years of teaching experience (Familiarity with teaching science preferred); Available between 8:00am and 3:00pm, working 4-days per week; Available to attend the occasional evening or weekend event; A valid driver's license and the ability to meet requirements to operate a Gwinnett County vehicle PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate physical activity including stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling and the ability to lift 30 pounds Benefits Offered This position is not eligible for benefits. Additional Information Department of Water Resources Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources (DWR) is a publicly-owned utility committed to delivering superior services to a vibrantly connected community. The employees of the Department of Water Resources (DWR) represent our inclusive culture which advances our commitment to excellence in service, stewardship, integrity, and innovation. The Department and its staff are widely recognized for superior service in the maintenance and operation of almost 9, 000 miles of water, wastewater, and stormwater lines, as well as the operation of 2 water production facilities, 3 water reclamation facilities and over 200 pump stations. The Department of Water Resources takes pride in stewardship of the environmental resources entrusted to us and pledges to be responsible as we manage water as a limited, but renewable resource. For more information about this department, pleaseclick here. About Gwinnett County Welcome to Gwinnett County - one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs. Gwinnett has many advantages, beginning with its location and road system. The county is just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Thanks to this location, 80 percent of the U.S. population is within a two-hour flight. Georgia Highway 316 has been extended to Athens, reducing travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett's infrastructure includes more than 2,750 miles of roadways to provide excellent mobility for our residents. The County Administrator and County Attorney are appointed by the Board of Commissioners and serve at its pleasure. To implement the Board's policy directives, the County Administrator uses a management team consisting of members of his immediate staff and 14 department directors. The 14 departments that make up the executive side are Police Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Corrections, Communications, Support Services, Financial Services, Community Services, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Law, Planning and Development, Water Resources, Child Advocacy & Juvenile Services, and Transportation. Each department is run by a director who is charged with managing operations in a manner which stresses the County's values. In addition to the executive side of County government, certain services are provided through Constitutional officers and independent elected officials. These external offices are created by the Georgia Constitution or through state law. In Gwinnett, they include the Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, District Attorney, Solicitor, Probate Court Judge, and Chief Magistrate. Vision Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives! Mission Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services. Values Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles. Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability. Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all. Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities. Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience. Hiring Process Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below: Hiring Process FAQs Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law. For questions about recruitment, or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please call Human Resources at or email .

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