"Education Specialist"

About the Job

Position Overview

The Erosion and Stormwater Management Certification Program is growing and seeking an education specialist. The program provides education on stormwater management to professionals to keep the lakes and rivers of Minnesota clean. The program trains as many as 3000 attendees each year through online and in-person events. This position will work with our existing administrative specialist and 2 other program staff serving as the content specialist who will conduct classes and manage attendee registration. As a small program this person will have a variety of duties and work responsibilities. This position supports the development and delivery of the Erosion and Stormwater Management Certification Program by designing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum and initiatives that address diverse learner and community needs. The role contributes to program operations to included planning, budgeting, reporting, and compliance while conducting evaluations to enhance instructional quality.

Major Areas of Accountability

45% Conduct and develop workshops for Erosion and Stormwater Management Certification Program

• Develop learning materials and workshops based on instructional design principles that foster participant learning. Leads workshop sessions, providing instruction and interactive learning experiences. Keep current with developments in the field, and continue personal development in the field.
• Participate in planning the direction of the educational programs and their related policies and procedures.
• Print/Copy class materials for various in-person classes. Coordinate pick-up and drop-off of class materials with instructors.
• Assist online attendees in accessing their online classes, and trouble-shoot with course attendees who are unable to access their online class.

30% Manage registrations for Erosion and Stormwater Management Certification Program

• Process online and in-person registrations for Erosion and Stormwater Management Certification training held throughout Minnesota year-round.
• Registrations are received via fax, mail, and Destiny One Registration System (DORS) and includes using Canvas software for managing online class attendee information.
• Analyze needs of participants and responds with the necessary educational services and resources.

15% Support advertising efforts; manage website, phone, mailings, and other communications

• Manage program website, update news, resources, class schedules, brochures, and other pertinent program information to include course updates, revisions and redesigns. Create and update course brochures and flyers using InDesign software.

10% Work with advisory board and innovate program improvements

• Gather information from various reports to help information, program policies and procedures.
• Assist with others in development of new program assets.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS in relevant field (Biosystems Engineering, Water Resources, Ecology, Civil Engineering or other) plus at least (5) years of related professional experience or a master’s degree plus at least (3) years of experience.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Experience in construction or environmental regulation field
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets and database software with • Microsoft Office and Google applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, Google • Docs, Sheets)
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
• Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Experience with website maintenance
• Experience in construction stormwater management
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and/or confidential information
• Experience using Access databases
• Experience using Canvas Learning Management System
• Demonstrated experience using InDesign software

About the Department

The Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering (bbe.umn.edu) is an internationally renowned academic unit with the core mission of sustainable use of renewable agricultural and natural resources, and protection and enhancement of the environment.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $74,000 - $84,000 annually, depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

A resume is required and a cover letter is highly recommended for consideration.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).