Recruitment Closes: Open until filled

Start Date: Negotiable

Location: This is a home or field-based position requiring travel within, but not limited to, the Coastal region is identified as Pacific, Grays Harbor, Clallam (partial) and Jefferson (partial) counties. Candidate will be expected to reside within the region.

PEI is a statewide organization headquartered in Olympia, Washington. The Coastal FieldSTEM Coordinator is the regional point of contact for PEI, managing the implementation of FieldSTEM. This position is responsible for creating and maintaining partnerships with school districts, educational leaders, nonformal educators and local agricultural, natural resource and environmental science professionals to facilitate planning and implementation of FieldSTEM.

PEI strives to create a diverse team that allows us to effectively connect to the communities we serve. We have a commitment to integrating diverse perspectives into our workplace culture and encourage our employees to bring their whole, authentic selves to work. PEI evaluates candidates based on their experience, abilities and effectiveness and does not discriminate against candidates based on any other personal characteristic or any classification.
PEI is currently contracted with state agencies requiring confirmation that all staff members are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have an approved religious or disability-related exemption.

Primary Responsibilities

Represent PEI in the Region

• Be a positive ambassador of PEI
• Work within the mission to implement PEI’s strategic plan goals
• Provide regional planning, support, and reporting for PEI
• Attend and contribute to PEI’s virtual or in-person professional learning workshops
• Contribute to PEI’s social media and outreach efforts

District, School, and Teacher Engagement

• Engage districts, schools, and teachers to initiate systemic FieldSTEM implementation
• Facilitate the work of districts and schools to embed FieldSTEM
• Professional Learning and Regional Meeting Facilitation
• Coordinate and deliver professional learning opportunities in collaboration with other staff and consultants
• Facilitate collaborative regional meetings with teachers, district liaisons, consultants, business, and organization partners to aid in FieldSTEM implementation

Community Partner Development

• Conduct and maintain a community asset inventory identifying partners that can support FieldSTEM implementation
• Facilitate and support community partner to school connections, function as the point of contact

Support PEI’s statewide initiatives

• Work with staff to provide support for initiatives such as PEI’s Multicultural Program, Green Jobs and WA State Outdoor School For All

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 3+ years of experience as a formal classroom educator or equivalent lived experience
• Experience working with and leading adults; skilled in meeting and workshop facilitation
• Self-directed, takes initiative to follow through on plans and projects
• Professional, positive, creative, flexible
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Enthusiastic, committed to education, teachers, and students; works well with all people
• Experience in and commitment to justice, equity, diversity and inclusion
• Up to date on current initiatives in education, e.g., Washington State Learning Standards, Since Time Immemorial, Environmental and Sustainability Education standards
• Awareness of green economy sectors (natural resources, renewable energy, agriculture and food systems, outdoor recreation, environmental conservation)
• Ability to provide own transportation and proof of auto insurance coverage

Wages and Employment Information

This is a part-time position, minimum of 20, up to 24 hours per week. Wages are $28.00 – $30.00 per hour dependent on successful applicant’s qualifications and experience. PEI offers a competitive Employee Benefit Plan and includes paid holidays, vacation/sick leave, health, vision, dental, retirement and life insurance benefits. Benefits are pro-rated based on FTE level.