[SEMCO] MERI Education Prgm. Coordinator Position

[Sheri DeRosa]

MERI Announces Educator Position Available April 2003

Education Program Coordinator

The Marine Environmental Research Institute (MERI) is recruiting for the 
position of Education Program Coordinator to provide educational 
services and outreach programs at its Center for Marine Studies in Blue 
Hill, Maine. MERI is a non-profit organization that conducts scientific 
research and provides education on the impacts of pollution on marine 
life. The job will involve implementing and expanding existing education 
programs, supervising education interns and volunteers, creating and 
publishing educational resource materials, training teachers, attending 
meetings and conferences, and articulating and promoting MERIs mission 
to the public.

Located in the mid-coast region of Maine, MERI offers a diverse range of 
education programs to promote awareness and stewardship of marine life 
and the ocean habitat. Programs include naturalist-guided Eco-Tours for 
adults, Island Field Trips for children, water quality monitoring, beach 
walks and shoreline cleanups, special ocean lectures, and marine science 
programs for schools.

Duties will include but not be limited to:
(1) coordinating educational programs including summer Eco-Tours, 
childrens Island Field Trips, and year-round programs at the Center; 
(2) supervising student interns and volunteers; (3) building community 
relationships through outreach programs, events, lectures and courses; 
(4) working with design staff to produce educational displays and 
materials including graphic displays, posters, videos, and fact sheets; 
(5) supervising maintenance of the Ocean Room saltwater aquariums; (6) 
operating the Sea Lending Library and Eco-Store; (7) teaching marine 
science programs in area schools, training teachers in marine science 
curricula (8) developing resource materials and products such as teacher 
training kits (9) working with MERIs development staff to write 
educational program grants; (10) assisting with special mailings and 
fundraising events; (11) representing MERI at local, state and national 
meetings and conferences, presenting educational workshops; and (12) 
performing other duties assigned by the Director.

The successful candidate will have broad-based experience in science 
education, program management and implementation, teacher training, and 
community outreach, with some background in grant-writing, public 
relations, and educational publishing. The candidate will be able to 
coordinate and implement MERIs existing education programs as well as 
contribute to education program development. The candidate will possess 
excellent academic, personal and communication skills. Applicants must 
possess the ability to adapt to a changing work environment, and be 
available to work nights, weekends, and some holidays, especially during 
busy summer months. The Education Program Coordinator will be expected 
to stay current with progress in the field and to collaborate and 
cooperate with other marine educators regionally and nationally.

Minimum requirements to be successful in this position are: An interest 
in the marine environment that is consistent with the MERI mission; and 
demonstrated computer, writing, and presentation skills. An MA/MSc in 
marine sciences, environmental sciences, biology, zoology, or similar 
major with 2+ years of teaching experience and 3+ years supervisory 
experience, or a BA/BSc with 2+ years teaching experience and 5+ years 
supervisory experience is preferred. Knowledge of computer software 
including Microsoft Word, Power Point, Adobe Photoshop, Quark, Excel, 
SPSS, and GIS a plus. Must possess a valid drivers license, good driving 
record and be comfortable handling small boats in marine waters. Must 
have knowledge of First Aid, CPR, and boating safety.
MERI, a non-profit 501(C)3 charitable organization based in Blue Hill, 
Maine, is dedicated to scientific research and education on the impacts 
of pollution on marine life, and to protecting the health and 
biodiversity of the marine environment for future generations. MERI 
accomplishes its goals through marine mammal research, research 
dissemination, and education. For more information about our activities 
and programs, please visit our web site at www.meriresearch.org.

Reports to: the Education Director.

Time Requirements: Full-time (40-50 hours/week) with possible extra 
hours during summer and flexible hours in winter.

Salary: Competitive, DOE

Benefits: This is a full-time professional position with a full Benefits 
Package.


If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit by 
email your CV with a cover letter, reprint or other writing sample, and 
names and contact information of three references to:

meri@downeast.net - ATTN: MERI Search Committee /Education Program 
Coordinator.


Application deadline: April 21, 2003


The recruitment notice for this position and information on how to apply 
is also posted on the Internet at the MERI website: www.meriresearch.org


Marine Environmental Research Institute (MERI)
PO Box 1652, Main Street on Mill Stream
Blue Hill, ME 04614
Tel: (207) 359-8078 Fax: (207) 359-8079
meri@downeast.net

MERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer