ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION / OUTREACH SPECIALIST

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The Environmental Education/Outreach Specialist provides environmental education and outreach to the

Community and other entities regarding environmental protection strategies and DEQ programs, services and

regulations. Provide coordination and support to DEQ programs on a variety of projects and outreach efforts.

This position is responsible for marketing the DEQ programs and services to the Community and other entities.

This position services as the lead for all environmental education/outreach activities on behalf of DEQ including

the planning and execution of annual events such as the Annual Bird Count, Earth Day, Community Career Day

events for youth, Youth Conference activities, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 Plans, markets, coordinates and delivers environmental outreach/education programs, events & opportunities

to the Community and other entities throughout each year (in coordination with each DEQ program).

 Develops and produces environmental education material for all DEQ programs (Air, Waste, Water,

Pesticides, and general environmental awareness).

 Conduct analysis of public education/outreach activities for the Community on each program within DEQ

and provides a recommended schedule of outreach events for the department and each DEQ program at the

beginning of each calendar year.

 Prepare and/or assist with the writing, production and overall execution of grant proposals and reports (grant

and tribal reports).

 Attend and present at Community, district and departmental meetings as required.

 Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

 Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of environmental planning and protection and exercise

discretion and independent judgment.

 Knowledge of environmental laws such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA, FIFRA, etc.

 Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions.

 Ability to plan and organize work.

 Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.