Stormwater Environmental Education Coordinator
Salary
$25.01 - $29.83 Hourly
Location
Beaufort
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202500847
Division
Infrastructure
Department
Stormwater Regulatory
Opening Date
09/09/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Description
The purpose of this position is to conduct environmental education programs for children and adults about the importance of protecting wetlands, native habitat, and wildlife through interpretive programs.
Examples of Duties
The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
- Research ideas and develop environmental education programs and itineraries for children, families, and youth organizations (scouts, 4-H, etc.).
- Educates the public on environmental topics through programs, activities, interpretive displays, and outreach.
- Maintains professional and positive relationships with outside agencies through written and verbal communications.
- Organizes and assists with special projects, tours and events such as Earth Day, America Recycles Day, Stormwater Awareness Week Events, and cleanup events.
- Develop and implement environmental education programs as needed, including those related to public works, waste stream diversion, anti-litter initiatives, stormwater management, school-based education, summer camps, and educational foundations.
- Assists in supporting local, state, and federal compliance initiatives.
- Prepares and submits education grant applications, implements approved grant projects, and completes all required reporting.
- Participates in continuing education and training programs.
- Conducts training programs for Beaufort County staff and residents.
- Wears mascot uniforms as needed.
- Conducts research to support improvements to Beaufort Countys environmental programs.
- Assists the Program Manager with data analysis, goal and objective development, and public relations efforts.
- Performs related work as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Requires Associate's degree or education and training equivalent to two years of college education in business, liberal arts, or any field other than engineering or the hard sciences.
- Over one year and up to and including two years of related experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
- Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
Supplemental Information
All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term & short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
To learn more details, please visit the Beaufort County Human Resources website.
Employer Beaufort County South Carolina
Address 102 Industrial Village Rd
Building 1
Beaufort, South Carolina, 29902
Phone (843)255-2990
Website https://www.beaufortcountysc.gov/