"OPS Outreach & Education Coordinator (St. Teresa, FL)"

Job Details

Job Title: OPS Outreach & Education Coordinator (St. Teresa, FL)

Location: St. Teresa, FL

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: (Not specified)

Job ID: 60828

Department: FSU Coastal & Marine Laboratory (FSUCML)

The FSUCML is located about 1 hour from the Tallahassee main campus.

Responsibilities

• Website Maintenance - Updates website, posts news items and articles, creates new pages as needed.
• Science Communication - Works with FSUCML and PRAB leadership and researchers to generate news articles and blogs. Coordinates with FSU Communications to promote the FSUCML and PRAB initiative. Communicates science to the public in-person and via social media.
• Social Media - Maintains Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media outlets.
• Community Outreach - Organizes venues, notices, signage, printed media etc., for meetings and public workshops; organizes events such as the FSUCML annual Open House and PRAB Community meetings. Participates in outreach events throughout the area.
• Education - Organizes educational events for K-12 students from local communities at the FSUCML and elsewhere.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/equivalent and four years of experience; or a Bachelor's degree.
• The successful candidate must have strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, particularly related to the dissemination of complex information to the public.
• Must be willing and physically able to go into the field, occasionally under rigorous conditions, to obtain interviews and other information.
• Experience with social media platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Canva (or like programs).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marine Biology, or a related field.
• Experience with K-12 educational outreach, event organization, and management.
• Experience with website and graphic design.

Contact Info

Dr. Joel Trexler, Director of FSUCML, jtrexler@fsu.edu

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.

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. Submit the following materials with the online application: (1) a cover letter; (2) a resumé; (3) names and contact information for three references; and (4) writing samples and portfolio of web-based projects.

Considerations

This is an OPS/temporary job. Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check.