Science Educator – Gumbo Limbo Nature Center

Science Educator – Gumbo Limbo Nature Center

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Science Educator – Gumbo Limbo Nature Center

Salary

$23.71 – $30.92 Hourly

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

03984

Department

Recreation Services – BPD

Division

Gumbo Limbo 64/31032

Opening Date

09/25/2024

Closing Date

10/2/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N

Description

Benefits

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Job Description

Be a part of the team that helps make the City of Boca Raton one of the best places to live, work and play! We provide world-class services, parks, beaches, and public safety. This can only happen when the best, brightest, and most committed individuals come to work for our City. We encourage like-minded individuals to apply and be part of our team! Come join us at #WorkforBoca.

Schedule

Tuesday-Saturday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.

Holidays, evenings, and special events as needed.

Location

Gumbo Limbo Nature Center

General Definition of Work:

Performs intermediate paraprofessional work coordinating, scheduling, teaching and overseeing Science programs at a Science Museum or Nature Center does related work as directed. Work is performed under general supervision.

Essential Functions

Plans, organizes, teaches and coordinates school group visits; civic group visits and other outside organizations

Coordinates in-services interpretation training programs for school teachers, recreation staff, volunteers and youth leaders

Coordinates production of pre-visit printed, video or other materials for orientation of prospective visitors

Analyzes, collects, produces and distributes evaluation program instruments relating to the facility

Develops activities and programs that complement the science curriculum of Palm Beach County private, pre-schools, summer camps, etc.

Prepares educational information for public relations, fund raising and educational statistics for grants

Supervises participants utilizing the facility; enforces policies and maintains order

Inspects facility equipment for proper condition and safety

Issues facility equipment, maintains proper inventories and monitors use at the facility

Plans and organizes special events both offsite and at the facility/site; creates and distributes fliers

Develops schedules for the facility and posts information regarding center activities

Participates in budget preparation and monitoring

Related Tasks:

Registers public for events, trips, classes, etc.

Maintains records and prepares reports of activities and programs conducted at the facility

Maintains contacts with teachers at public, private, pre-schools, summer camps, etc.

Assists in planning and evaluating permanent and temporary exhibits

Coordinates, assists, and/or directs outside activities such as: Outreach, talks in schools, loan service and special events

Manage Outreach teachers, workshop teachers

Assists in the recruitment, training, and supervision of part-time employees and volunteer personnel of the facility

Promotes and publicizes the image and activities of the facility throughout the community

Performs related tasks as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

the operation of a Nature Center or Science Museum

temporary/visiting science exhibits, permanent science exhibits and displays and related rules and regulations

the principles and practices of museum planning, programming, and operations

fund-raising practices

simple cash accounting principles

Ability to:

maintain order in a public facility

establish and maintain effective working relationships with participants, associates, and the general public

interpret temporary/visiting science exhibits and displays

plan and supervise the work of subordinates

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in Education, Biology, Marine Science, Physics, Engineering Science or related fields and one (1) year of experience in supervising a Nature Center or Science Museum.

Special Requirements:

Possession of valid State of Florida Class “E” drivers license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.

Post-Offer Background Requirements:

The background check process for this position may include:

Criminal Background Check

Employment Verification

Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check

Drug and Alcohol Screen

Fingerprints and Physical Exam

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity (https://www.myboca.us/1226/Equal-Employment-Opportunity) , Inclusive, Veterans Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

BENEFITS SUMMARY

Full-Time Non-Bargaining Employees

ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service, and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.

Year of Service Accrual

0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month

5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month

10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month

15 full years and over 14 hours per month

CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year.

SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:

Years of service Percentage

Less than 2 full years 0%

2 to 5 full years 10%

5 to 10 full years 20%

10 full years or more 30%

Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%

HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) – Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee Dental (DHMO or Basic PPO Plan) & Vision (Basic Plan) paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the Employee Dependent(s) for the Medical, Dental, & Vision Plan.

CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: As of December 1 each year – Paid during the month of December.

Year of Service Benefit

5 to 10 full years $600 annually

10 to 15 full years $800 annually

15 full years and over $1,100 annually

RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:

An option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Retirement Plan will not require a mandatory contribution. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of the annual base wages annually. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.

An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Retirement Plan option is available. There is a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent employee contribution.

The two (2) options will be fully explained prior to an irrevocable selection.

Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.

HOLIDAYS: 14 per year: 11 recognized holidays and 3 floating days which are allocated for the fiscal year beginning October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays. Floating holidays must be used within the fiscal year. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.

FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 workdays – In State; Up to 5 workdays – Out of State

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City’s Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.

MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.

EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cignas Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.