Education Manager
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Salary
$95,220.00 - $135,241.00 Annually
Location
Oregon Zoo, OR
Job Type
Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Department
Oregon Zoo
Job Number
2022-1410-Zoo
Closing
7/25/2022 5:00 PM Pacific
Position summary
Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here, today and tomorrow. We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits program. Learn more about the benefits Metro offers.
Is it important to you that your work means being part of something bigger than yourself–something that will have a lasting impact on your community and the people who live there? Do you like leading profound and sometimes difficult change?
Oregon Zoo is seeking a visionary leader with a passion for education and guest engagement as we look to rebuild the education department for our community and zoo members. The successful candidate will report to and work in partnership with the Education Director to influence the design of the new department, provide leadership, vision, planning, direction and accountability.
Using an equity lens the Education Manager will prioritize guest engagement, focus on outcome-based programs, and partner with the community to help foster an innovated program co-design model. You will manage the team to implement three guest facing programs; volunteers, youth paid workplace program known as ZAP (Zoo Animal Presenters), and hire staff to create a new teen program.
As the Education Program Manager you will:
Work closely with director of education to create a program outcomes framework for the department.
Work collaboratively across departments as a stakeholder in message development.
Lead and support staff in the development and management of program budgets to meet the strategic goal of achieving financial sustainability.
Incorporating conservation action messaging and activities in all programs.
Develop a new inclusive teen program focused on career pathways and guest engagement.
Work with volunteer coordinator to expand the volunteer program to focus on guest engagement.
Oversee a team of Coordinators/Education specialists.
Attributes for success:
Innovative thinker ready to challenge the norms within zoo education.
Comfortable with managing experienced program coordinators as well as mentoring new career hires.
Ability to successfully collaborate with culturally diverse communities.
Ability to organize multiple projects with varying timelines.
Ability to mentor and create a mentorship program.
Implement regular evaluation and assessments toward program outcomes.
Has evidence of change resiliency.
Ability to navigate technology in creating and navigating digital formats to help move the team to a more sustainable paperless format.
Can take a vision and lead a team through all the steps of implementation.
Diversity and inclusion: At Metro, we’re committed to hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, recognizing that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We invest in employees by supporting equitable and inclusive hiring practices, employee policies and training programs.
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant.
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree related to scope of the position AND
Three years leading or supervising people AND
Two year’s relevant experience in project management, multi-departmental taskforce or education program creation; OR
We will consider any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Required:
The candidate selected for the position will need to pass a criminal LEDS background check prior to being hired. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude employment and will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
COVID-19 vaccination requirement:
Metro is committed to ensuring the health and safety for our employees and our community. As a part of this commitment, Metro has implemented a vaccine requirement policy for employees, paid and unpaid interns and volunteers.
Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination is considered a minimum qualification requirement for Metro job applicants. This proof will be requested during the hiring process.
If you require an accommodation under this policy for a medical condition or disability, or sincerely held religious belief, please email benefits.help@oregonmetro.gov.
If this statement is true for you, then you may be ineligible to apply:
If I was terminated for cause during any of my employment with Metro, or resigned in lieu of termination, I understand I may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years.
Like to have qualifications:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience, including the military, or life experience that are relevant for this position.
At least two years’ experience managing at least two full-time employees.
Working in at least two different AZA accredited facilities in career history.
COMPENSATION AND REPRESENTATION
Based on the Oregon Pay Equity Act requirements, Metro’s internal equity review process, and the candidates’ qualifications, the appointment will typically be made between $95,220.00- $124,000.00 annually. The full-salary range for this position is $95,220.00 - $135,241.00 annually.
This position is not eligible for overtime, and is not represented by a union. It is classified as a Manager I (Download PDF reader). Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The application packet: The application packet consists of the following documents. Please ensure that you upload these documents in your online application. Make sure your application is complete, missing any part of these items could result in an incomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.
A completed online application
A Cover Letter addressing: What experiences in your life have shaped your views on diversity, equity and inclusion? How will this influence your work with educational program design and delivery?
The selection process: We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows. The selection process is subject to change.
Initial review of minimum qualifications
In-depth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/interviews
Testing/assessments (if applicable)
Reference check
Background, driving records check for finalist candidate (if applicable)
Questions?
Recruiter: Megan Warneke
Email: megan.warneke@oregonmetro.gov
Additional Information
COVID-19 safety: The health and safety of our employees and community is a top priority for Metro. Employees will be required to follow all Metro COVID-related policies and procedures, which may meet or exceed guidelines set forth by the CDC, Oregon Health Authority, and other federal, state and local jurisdictions. Learn more at oregonmetro.gov/COVID-19.
Equal employment opportunity: All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made or any other status protected by law. Assistance will be gladly provided upon request for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory disabilities.
Online applications: Metro accepts job applications online. If you need assistance or accommodation with your application, or access to a computer, call 503-797-1570.
Accommodation: Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this process. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-797-1570.
Pay equity at Metro: Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of your gender, race, age or other protected characteristics. Metro has established processes and conducts routine pay equity reviews as part of the hiring process to ensure compliance with the 2017 Oregon Pay Equity Act.
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS): Unless otherwise stated in a collective bargaining agreement, Metro pays both the employee and employer portion of PERS contributions for eligible employees.
Veterans' preference: Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Metro positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this job, please provide qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.