Boating Education Training Coordinator

NOTE: All applicants must apply by 11:59 PM MST on the closing date.

Join us as a Boating Education Training Coordinator with the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation, where you'll be the anchor for boating safety initiatives in the Southwest Region.

As the Boating Education Training Coordinator based in our Headquarters Office in Boise, ID, you will utilize your expertise to meticulously plan, organize, develop, and coordinate our statewide boat safety education program. This pivotal role involves not only implementing instructor training but also regularly traveling throughout the Southwest Region of Idaho to provide essential training sessions to marine law enforcement officers, boat safety instructors, and members of the boating public.

Reporting directly to the Boating Program Supervisor, you will be responsible for a range of duties aimed at bolstering our boating safety program. This includes preparing materials, teaching classes, and spearheading boating safety outreach events. Additionally, you will play a vital role in managing the personal watercraft (PWC) livery program, ensuring the seamless distribution of training materials and documentation to PWC rental companies. Administrative support for Recreational Boating Safety (RBS) grants and data entry into relevant databases will also be part of your responsibilities.

Furthermore, you will be actively involved in assisting counties with boater safety classes, community outreach events, and Marine Law Enforcement trainings, reinforcing our commitment to promoting safe boating practices across the region. Your contribution will be integral to the success of our boating safety initiatives and the overall safety of recreational boaters in Idaho.

To learn more about Idaho Department of Parks & Recreation's Boating Department, please visit: https://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/activities/boating/.

If you have any questions about this position please contact: Recreation Bureau Chief, Seth Hobbs

• Phone: (208) 514-2410
• Email: seth.hobbes@idpr.idaho.gov

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Training and public education programs:

• Identify and assess training needs and establish training objectives and priorities
• Design, develop and modify courses and materials
• Develop curricula to ensure related certifications and select, train and certify training instructors
• Interpret, apply, and recommend laws, policies and procedures related to safety and/or user education
• Write, develop and edit lesson plans, prepare and administer written and proficiency tests, evaluate program effectiveness and make policy recommendations to supervisor
• Teach courses including classroom and field components for internal employees, schools, community education, and other groups
• Collect and analyze statistical data, prepare records and reports, and operate motorized boats and PWCs during training exercises

Public relations/technical assistance:

• Coordinate with program managers and the communication manager to write and disseminate specific recreation information and news releases and may initiate and maintain contact with the media
• Represent the agency as the state's Boating Safety Education Coordinator with the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA)
• Provide consultation and technical assistance to federal, state and local law enforcement and government officials, user organizations, and private individuals on funding, materials, and instruction necessary to establish specific recreational boating programs
• Respond to inquiries regarding facilities, recreation opportunities, and specific recreation projects and procedures
• Represent the department at meetings, conferences and trade shows
• Coordinate activities with law enforcement personnel, educators and user organizations, groups and agencies
• Make oral presentations on various recreational boating topics
• Participate with user organizations in training activities
• Ensure that the program meets all applicable federal, state and local requirements

This position may involve some overnight travel and weekend work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid driver's license
• Experience reviewing and revising instructional course content and materials. Typically gained by experience reviewing and revising instructional materials for a minimum of one course involving classroom or field training.
• Experience teaching classes in a structured learning situation. Typically gained by at least six months' cumulative teaching experience in a structured environment. This could be in a volunteer or paid capacity.
• Experience interpreting and communicating technical and specialized material into information usable by the public. Typically gained by at least at least one year of work experience interpreting and communicating technical and specialized material into oral presentations or written material for the public, which may encompass social media. This could be as a volunteer or in a paid position.
• Experience researching, analyzing, and compiling information with facts and statistics. Typically gained by at least one year of experience researching, analyzing, and compiling information with facts and statistics.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION SPECIALTIES

• Good knowledge of boating safety practices. Typically gained by successful completion of a National Association of Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) approved safety course , OR at least two years of work experience closely related to boating safety practices, such as boating safety instructor, marine patrol officer, or similar positions, where the individual has been actively involved in implementing and enforcing boating safety regulations and procedures, OR a combination of the education and experience that represents the knowledge level above.
• Experience operating motorized watercraft. Typically gained by at least six months (cumulative) experience operating a motorized watercraft.

Given the significant number of applicants, we strongly recommend that candidates attach a resume and/or cover letter detailing how they meet the minimum requirements outlined below. For your convenience and easy reference, an example cover letter and resume can be found at the following link: Example Resume & Cover Letter

DO WHAT YOU LOVE, LOVE WHAT YOU DO

WHY IDPR? We are innovators in outdoor recreation, committed to excellent service and resource stewardship. We foster experiences that renew the human spirit and promote community vitality. Our mission is to improve the quality of life in Idaho through outdoor recreation and resource stewardship. IDPR manages 30 state parks, trails and attractions throughout every region of Idaho and the registration programs for boats, snowmobiles and other off-highway vehicles (OHV). Money from these registration programs goes back to users to develop and maintain trails, facilities and programs. IDPR also provides free education courses for boaters and OHV operators. To learn more about Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation please visit:https://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/

BENEFITS: We offer a competitive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental and vision insurance. There is generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start. There are ten paid holidays in a year; participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems; multiple saving plans and optional 401K; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities and more. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit: https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/.

EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.