Jobs

Wilderness Instructor - Primitive Pursuits, temporary position (June - August)

Application deadline: April15, 2012.  Creating and implementing experiential environmental immersions for diverse groups of youth in the context of wilderness survival and living skills. Read the Position Announcement (PDF 335kb); Position Description (PDF 337kb).

Environmental Educator - Primitive Pursuits, temporary position (June - August)

Application deadline: April15, 2012.  Creating and implementing experiential environmental immersions for diverse groups of youth in the context of naturalist skills and knowledge. Possess role-modeling passion and enthusiasm around engaging with the elements of nature.  Read Position Announcement (PDF 334kb); Position Description (PDF 337kb).

Camp Director - Primitive Pursuits, temporary position (June - August)

Application deadline: April13, 2012. This individual will coordinate efforts between program leaders and field staff. S/he will act as a liaison between families, students and instructors, will support field staff with leadership development activities and exercises, and will facilitate team work through regular meetings. This individual will oversee resource allocation for programs and must be organized and capable of multi-tasking in high energy environment.  Read the Position Announcement (PDF 118kb); Position Description (PDF 338kb).

Community Beautification Program Assistant, temporary position (April - October)

Application deadline: February 24, 2012. Assist and support community beautification projects including horticulture work, volunteer management, fundraising and event organizing. Associate's & 2 years experience or HS/GED and 4 years experience. Part-time, grant-funded, with benefits. Read the Position Announcement (PDF  124 kb); Position Description (PDF  146 kb).

Administrative Associate-Primitive Pursuits, temporary position (February - August)

Application deadline:  February 15, 2012.  This individual will support the administrative efforts of Cornell Cooperative Extension's Primitive Pursuits program. This includes designing marketing strategies and materials, implementing client relations management software and managing other administrative projects alongside the registrar and program leaders.  Read the Position Announcement (PDF 253kb); Position Description (PDF 260kb).

Registrar/Client Service Manager-Primitive Pursuits, temporary position (February- August).

Application deadline:  February 15, 2012.  This individual will be responsible for customer correspondence and record keeping, while supporting the administrative efforts of Cornell Cooperative Extension's Primitive Pursuits program. The majority of this support will come from implementing client relations management software, managing spreadsheets, cultivating communication with clients, and maintaining accurately detailed accounts and reports.  Read Position Announcement (PDF 253kb); Position Description (PDF 260kb).

Get Your GreenBack Campaign Leader

Application deadline: February 10, 2012. Develop, implement & coordinate exciting energy-saving and job creating campaign. BA/BS & 4 yrs experience or equivalent combination of experience & education. Full-time, grant-funded, with benefits. Read the Position Announcement (PDF  126 kb); Position Description (PDF  134kb).

Natural Leaders Initiative Program Educator

Application deadline: January 31, 2012. Help organize and facilitate Natural Leaders Initiative programming, outreach and networking. Associate's or HS/GED; experience working with groups, leadership development and program/event planning. Part-time, grant-funded, with benefits. Read the Position Announcement (PDF  125kb); Position Description (PDF  97kb).

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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County provides equal program and opportunities. No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, or qualified disability.

Last Updated: February 3, 2012