Definition
This is a full-time opportunity with many benefits! As a Missoula County employee, you will be part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community. The pay range for this position is $28.47 - $32.36 per hour, DOE.
The Ecology and Extension Department is seeking a
CLIMATE RESILIENCY EDUCATOR to join their team. This position leads the County Extension Service’s educational efforts to help the public adapt to climate change and works in the Rocky Mountain Gardens & Exploration Center to improve outreach and education efforts to improve sustainability, adaptation, and climate resiliency measures within Missoula County.
Details: We are accepting completed application submissions until
5:00 p.m., Friday, May 17, 2024. It is in your best interest to apply by this date.
To Apply: - Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested.
- Please include with your completed application the following attachments: A letter of interest, and a resume.
- Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
- Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.
Representative Examples of Work
Develops and implements climate adaptation strategies for the public by focusing on personally relevant and meaningful information and using active and engaging teaching methods. Develops strong working relationships with other County departments, University of Montana, Montana State University, Climate Smart Missoula, and other organizations that are engaged in programs, projects and plans related to sustainability and climate resilience. Organizes and leads community meetings and programs at the Rocky Mountain Gardens & Exploration Center to help people develop plans that support adaptation, mitigation, and resiliency to climate change in their homes and businesses. Organizes educational meetings with landowners and watershed groups on adapting to climate change. Develops, organizes, and leads youth projects and programs on climate change and sustainability. Coordinates with and serves as a resource for other counties who are developing projects or programs on sustainability. Serves as a subject matter expert and technical resource on issues related to climate adaptation. Updates program website, creates and manages social media and traditional media outreach. Identifies and pursues funding opportunities to support the implementation of climate resiliency and sustainability strategies. Tracks and evaluates progress on implementation of climate adaptation strategies; develops and presents progress reports on a regular basis. Reviews plans for needed updates and initiates plan updates as needed. Supports other goals and initiatives of the Missoula County Sustainability Program such as carbon neutrality, clean electricity, waste reduction, and related topics. Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires a bachelor’s degree. Degrees best suited to this position are Agriculture, Horticulture, Natural Resources and Education.
- Course work in botany, plant ecology, climate science, communications and group dynamics is desired.
- Training in writing grant proposals is desired.
- Requires three years of experience working in science field which included experience in outreach or technology transfer.
- Experience in climate science application desirable. Experience writing grant proposals is desired. Experience in organizing groups is desired.
Physical/Environmental Demands
Work will require time in office setting, meetings, and time in the field. The outdoor work can involve physical exertion such as walking over uneven terrain, stooping, and occasional heavy lifting (10 to 50 pounds) in all types of weather. Involves out of town travel and evening meetings.
Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula!
Missoula County covers over 2,618 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks. Five large valleys and two major rivers wind through this mountainous region.
Missoula County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Clark Fork River running through town to lush ranches and a growing economy of small business. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, fisherman, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Missoula County's boundless opportunities.
This summary outlines the benefit programs; actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.
Missoula County will reward your contributions to our community with competitive compensation and generous benefits, including but not limited to:
Excellent Medical Health Benefits– Group health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are available to eligible County employees. The medical health benefits premium is covered for full-time employees. The County contribution is pro-rated on hours paid for part-time employees. The employee pays the premium portion for dependent coverage. Family health benefits coverage is $258.00 per pay period.
Medical deductible is $500 for an individual and $1,000 for a family.
Flexible Benefits Plan– Pre-tax out-of-pocket medical expenses and day care expenses.
Voluntary Life Insurance Coverage, Long and Short-Term Disability, Critical and Accident Insuranceare offered through Mutual ofOmaha.
Public Employees Retirement System– Montana public employees of the state, university system, local governments and certain employees of school districts are covered by the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New members to the PERS have an opportunity to choose between two retirement plan options: the Defined Benefit Plan or the Defined Contribution Plan.
Sheriffs' Retirement System (SRS)– A public pension plan for all Montana Sheriffs hired after July 1, 1974 and Detention Officers hired after July 1, 2005.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness- Working for Missoula County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness. Look here to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.
Supplemental Retirement Benefitsare offered through Valic or Nationwide.
Sick Leave– Full-time employees accrue 7.38hours per month and are eligible to use sick leave once you have been an employee for 90 days.The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.
Vacation Leave– Full-time employees accrue 9.24 hours per month and are eligible to use leave after continuous employment for a period of 6 full months. The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.
Holidays– The County observes eleven legal holidays in even numbered years and ten legal holidays in odd numbered years.
Paid Parental Leave (PPL)-In recognition of the importance of bonding and care of a newborn child or a child placed for adoption, Missoula County 6 continuous weeks of PPL to eligible full-time employees that have been with the county for 180 days. The hours are pro-rated for part-time employees.
Tuition Assistance- Because we value the professional and personal development of our employees, Missoula County is proud to offer reimbursement of certain education expenses.
Closing Date/Time: 5/17/2024 5:00 PM Mountain
