Stormwater Smart Intern

Category

Planning

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Description

You are the right person for the Stormwater Smart Educator position if you enjoy interacting with school-age students and their families, have a positive mindset about environmental education, and are comfortable teaching in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings. The Stormwater Smart program has been serving local governments for 20 years as part of the PTRC's Regional Planning Department. The Stormwater Smart Educator will teach lessons about stormwater and pollution prevention across six counties in the Piedmont Triad. The activities will provide opportunities to work with multiple communities in our region and gain valuable teaching experience using lessons endorsed by the Environmental Educators of North Carolina (EENC). If you are service-minded, responsible, and work well in a flexible and supportive environment, we want to help you build your professional network here in the Regional Planning department at the PTRC!

The ideal candidate for the Stormwater Smart Educator would have both experience and training as an environmental educator, which may include college coursework related to education, environmental science, sustainability, or a related topic. However, a bachelor's degree is not required for this position, and applicants who have experience leading groups in outdoor activities and demonstrate their understanding of key principles in environmental education are highly encouraged to apply. While several skills associated with the job can be acquired during training, the ability to apply good judgment while working with people from a variety of backgrounds is essential in this position.

The schedule for our part-time educators is negotiable and expected to be 10-20 hours per week, not to exceed 24 hours per week. Please note that candidates who are looking to work fewer than 10 hours per week are still encouraged to apply! Typical assignments will include teaching interactive watershed science lessons in K-12 classrooms, leading creek walks in public parks, and occasionally manning a booth at Earth Day fairs and other community events. Educational activities occur throughout our 6-county service area, including Alamance, Davidson, Forsyth, Guilford, Randolph, and Rockingham counties. You will have the option to include travel time in your weekly hours, or to track and submit mileage for reimbursement at the state rate on a monthly basis. We are looking for educators for programs that typically occur mid-week (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday). Programs in schools can run from 8 : 00 - 2 : 00, while community programs (libraries, recreation centers) are often shorter programs in the mid-morning or mid-afternoon. If you have schedule restrictions that limit your availability or your travel area, but you feel this position is otherwise a great fit for you, we still want to talk to you! Job posting will remain open until filled.

Position Requirements

Candidates considered for the Stormwater Smart Educator will have completed at least two years of college coursework in education, environmental science, sustainability, or related fields, and two years of work experience. Some work experience may be substituted with volunteer experience, especially volunteerism for youth organizations (i.e. Scouts) or related to environmental stewardship (i.e. Adopt-A-Stream, Keep America Beautiful, or other service programs). You will need to have an understanding of basic principles in outdoor safety, be able to lift up and carry up to 20 pounds, and possess standard computer skills in Microsoft Outlook and Excel. Ideal candidates will also be able to provide one or more examples from past experiences at work or school that illustrate professionalism and personal maturity : 1) Acting responsibly in an unsupervised situation; 2) Solving a challenging problem using interpersonal skills; 3) Learning from a difficult experience; 4) Remaining positive in a situation where things did not go according to plan.

If you are selected to fill the role of Stormwater Smart Educator, you will need to present a valid driver's license, pass the pre-employment drug screen and background screening process. Travel will required on a regular basis. Hours worked are flexible up to 24 hours per week but not to exceed 1,000 hours annually.

If you are selected to fill the role of Stormwater Smart Educator, you will need to present a valid North Carolina Driver's License, pass the pre-employment drug screen and background screening process. The selected candidate must have reliable transportation, as the position requires traveling to schools and parks in the Triad area, with mileage reimbursement provided using the standard mileage rate set by the Internal Revenue Service.

All PTRC staff are required to complete a six-month probationary employment period.

About the Organization

At the Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC), we work to implement creative regional solutions to improve the lives of the community. When you visit our vibrant office conveniently located in Kernersville, the center of the Triad, you find our passionate staff members working diligently to fulfill our mission. Our office is on the southside of the Interstate 40 at the NC Highway 66 interchange. It is a 20-minute drive to downtown Greensboro, Winston Salem, or High Point. Our location is equipped with an electric charging station.

Our organization has seven core departments; Area Agency on Aging, Criminal Justice, Economic Development, Community Development Services, Management Services, Regional Planning, and Workforce Development. Our staff in each department specializes in serving its niche of the Triad community.

PTRC employees are constantly looking for ways to innovate and expand our programs. We look for ways to enrich our lives in and outside of the workplace. If you are passionate about serving the public and desire to grow and expand your skillset, the PTRC could be an excellent fit for you!

The PTRC hires and retains staff that is at the top of their field. See why our employees love working at the PTRC.

Salary Range

Salary is $15.81 per hour. Generally 24 hours per week and not to exceed 1,000 hours annually. FICA and EAP services only.

Exempt / Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt

Full-Time / Part-Time

Part-Time

Location

Kernersville

Open Date

8 / 13 / 2025

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