Education Director

• This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity.
• Directors are expected to put in a minimum of 12 hours per week and be responsive to emails within 2 days.
• STW(tm) welcomes volunteers who are seeking skill-based volunteering opportunity. STW(tm) shall provide "letter of recommendation" professionals who demonstrate outstanding contribution for professional references.

SUMMARY:

Do you have a background in basic/environmental science? STW(tm) is seeking an education leader for the Director of Education (DOE) position who is willing to help to take the action that is needed to help individuals and organizations gain the knowledge of water related issues. The primary responsibilities of the DOE:

• Lead STW(tm) DILOS(tm) and STEM programs

Oversee the educational content on the STW(tm) website.
Additionally, the DOE is the leader responsible for all education operations at STW(tm) by focusing on the Core Values of the organization, and ensures ethical conduct, sound business practices, and team development.
 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee department of an average of 5-15 volunteers and interns.
• Plan and conduct monthly Education Group meetings, including sending agenda, taking meeting minutes, and follow up
• Communicate monthly (at minimum) to Vice President(s).
• Communicate to the President and other Directors, as needed.
• Provide a Monthly Report to the Vice President(s).
• Provide Quarterly Objectives for your Group a minimum of two (2) weeks prior to the start of each quarter.
• Attend Quarterly Operations Meetings.
• Communicate with HR on open positions, hiring and resignation processes, and other procedures as requested.
• Interview volunteer candidates and provide training for new volunteers.
• Provide ongoing coaching and assistance for active volunteers
• Manage Project Leaders and Volunteers
• Manage and keep operational documents current, including the SOP manual.
• Assist in developing procedures & documents for the organization.
• Complete the PWR audit for the Associate Directors each month.

EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS Degree in Education, Psychology
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously.
• Requires self-direction, tact, diplomacy and a clear, courteous and professional manner when dealing with the public.
• Must demonstrate effective oral communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with staff inside and outside of the department.
• Demonstrated excellence in organizational, managerial, and communication skills
• Strong analytical ability; strong Excel and Access knowledge
• Strong data extraction/manipulation/summarization skills
• Strong problem solving and communication skills
• Energetic team player with strong initiative, work ethic and ability to work independently
• Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated attention to detail
• PhD or Master's degree completed
• At least 5 years or more full time paid corporate/ non - profit work experience
• Miami resident preferred

HOW TO APPLY:
If interested, please submit your resume to [email protected]. We would love to hear from you!