Program Coordinator

The Montana Audubon Center is seeking a dynamic and motivated Program Manager to lead our education initiatives. As the Program Manager, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating educational activities, supervising instructional staff, and driving program development to inspire and educate our community about the wonders of nature. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Oversee the development and implementation of educational programs including our 4th-grade field trips, private field trips and class visits, community programs and outreach events,  and homeschool science activities.
• Manage all educational program registration system(s)
• Coordinate a 9-week summer camp program.
• Manage all aspects of program logistics, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Recruit, train, and supervise instructional staff, ensuring they have the necessary support and resources to succeed
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and external partners (SD2 and Indian Education For All, BLM) to design curriculum, learning objectives, and assessment strategies.
• Cultivate positive relationships with participants, families, schools, and community organizations to promote program participation and support.
• Identify opportunities for program improvement and innovation based on feedback and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with SD2 standards and safety regulations.
• Coordinate with a Communications Specialist to develop marketing and promotional materials to increase program visibility.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in program management or education administration.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles and youth and adult learning theories.
• Exceptional communication, interpretational, and organizational skills
• Proven leadership abilities, with a track record of successfully leading teams to achieve program goals.
• Passion for environmental conservation and a desire to inspire others to learn about and protect the natural world.
• Flexibility to work evenings, and weekends, and occasionally travel as needed for program activities and events.