Assistant Director of Iowa Wildlife Camps and School of the Wild
Education or Equivalency Required
- Bachelor’s degree required or a combination of education and relevant work experience
Required Qualifications
- Typical minimum of one or more years of experience in formal, or informal, educational programming.
- Commitment to and alignment with the values of the College of Education, including a demonstrated commitment to excellence through anti-oppression, diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Extensive understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule and travel, as needed.
- Models open, respectful, accepting, and supportive behaviors with team members.
Required Certifications
- Valid Iowa Driver’s License and ability to maintain UI driving requirements.
- Valid Department of Transportation Class B Certified Driver’s License with Airbrake and Passenger Endorsements (or willingness to work toward obtaining within one month of hire).
- Iowa Department of Education School Bus Driving Certification (or willingness to work toward obtaining within one month of hire).
- First Aid, CPR and AED (or willingness to obtain within one month of hire).
Desirable Qualifications
- Knowledge of University of Iowa (UI) policies and procedures.
- Working experience (typically one season or more) in environmental education programming.
Application Details
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background and credential check. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
Benefits Highlights
- Regular salaried position. 12 month appointment. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
