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Environmental Education/Interpretive Program Coordinator (Part-Time) – Fountain Creek Nature Center
El Paso County, ColoradoColorado Springs, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Jul 2026
💰 $52,640/yr($36,320/yr – $52,640/yr)
About the role
Posting number: 2600296
Department: Parks Department
Division: Recreation & Cultural Services
Job classification: Interpretive Program Coordinator (Part-Time)
Posting type: Open
Categories: Parks and Recreation, Parks
Summary
Interpretive Program Coordinator (Part-Time) – Fountain Creek Nature Center
Bring your love of nature and passion for inspiring others to life! El Paso County’s Foutain Creek Nature Center is looking for a creative and enthusiastic Environmental Education/Interpretive Program Coordinator who enjoys inspiring curiosity and connection with the natural world.
In this role, you’ll design and lead interactive educational programs and guided hikes for visitors of all ages, with a special focus on engaging and inspiring children. You’ll help foster a lifelong love of nature through outdoor exploration, creative activities, and meaningful learning experiences.
You’ll also assist in developing interpretive exhibits, support special events, and provide welcoming customer service to ensure every visitor feels connected and inspired.
We’re seeking someone who is energetic, organized, and passionate about environmental education. The ideal candidate enjoys sharing knowledge, leading groups, and helping children discover the beauty and wonder of the outdoors.
If you’re driven by curiosity, creativity, and a desire to make a positive impact on the next generation, join our team and help inspire the community through nature and discovery at Fountain Creek Nature Center.
Hiring Rate: $18.00 - $19.00 hourly.
The anticipated work schedule is an average of 25 hours per week between Tuesday through Saturday between 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. This position may require work on days and evenings outside of the regular schedule; some flexibility is required based on department needs and opportunities.
Please be advised this position may close without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications.
This position assists in providing interpretive services at El Paso County Regional Parks, such as Bear Creek Nature Center or Fountain Creek Nature Center, to promote public understanding, enjoyment, and appreciation of natural areas, interpretive programs, and parks; ensures visitors adhere to park regulations. May perform light park maintenance. Employment is subject to the terms, conditions, and policies detailed in the Personnel Policies Manual (PPM). This position requires regular in-person presence as an essential job function.
Examples of duties
- Provides customer and public information services, including orientation to the public regarding nature programs, regional parks, and trails; greets visitors, answers inquiries, makes and receives phone calls, and directs inquiries to the appropriate location or individual(s).
- Leads and takes visitors on information and educational guided group hikes.
- Leads and assists with staff or volunteer-led interpretive programs and presentations.
- Assists with various special projects/events on behalf of the Recreation & Cultural Services Division.
- Assists in the maintenance of displays and exhibits and other nature center facilities, equipment, and materials.
- Researches, designs, develops, and assembles interpretive exhibits, programs, media, and materials.
- Leads programs for a wide variety of audiences, from toddlers to adults.
- Leads Environmental Education programs for elementary and middle school students. Assists with the organization and presentation of nature day camps.
- Works cooperatively with nature center staff to accomplish the goals and mission of the nature center. Uses generally accepted interpretation techniques.
- Provides general administrative support as needed.
- As assigned, performs light maintenance, such as grounds and building maintenance, trash collection, paint removal, and sign replacement.
- May oversee the donation collection process
- Performs other duties as required.
Supervision Exercised: This classification does not have supervisory authority and requires no supervision or direction of others.
Supervision Received:
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