Environmental and Natural Resources Educator

Environmental and Natural Resources Educator

Salary

$25.44 - $33.00 Hourly

Location

Prince William County, VA

Job Type

Full-Time (FT)

Job Number

202610693

Department

VIRGINIA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE

Division

ADMINISTRATION

Opening Date

07/14/2026

Closing Date

7/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE

B23

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Introduction

Introduction

Are you passionate about protecting water quality, promoting sustainable land use, and engaging the community in science-based education? Join Virginia Cooperative Extension - Prince William as our Environmental and Natural Resources Educator. This position supports the Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) program and advances the County's environmental goals through education, outreach, and stewardship.

About This Role

As an Education and Outreach Specialist, you will:

• Lead the BEST Lawns/Urban Nutrient Management Plan (UNMP) program, including participant recruitment, site visits, plan development, and volunteer training.
• Lead the annual well water sampling program.
• Collaborate with the Master Gardener Coordinator to train, schedule, and evaluate volunteers.
• Design and deliver educational programs on agriculture, natural resources, and environmental topics for youth, adults, and local government staff.
• Support school and community gardens and stormwater education events.
• Respond to public inquiries on horticulture, native/invasive plants, wildlife conflicts, and sustainable practices.
• Contribute to outreach strategy, digital resource development, and grant-supported programming.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or coursework in agriculture, environmental science, or related field.
• Experience in program delivery, public speaking, volunteer coordination, and community engagement.
• Knowledge of soils, turf, nutrient management, native/invasive species, and human-wildlife interactions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and digital communication tools.
• Ability to translate scientific concepts into accessible, engaging content.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and 2 years of related experience.

Schedule Requirements

This is a full-time position that primarily works Monday through Friday during normal business hours, with occasional evening and weekend work to support educational programs and community events.

Special Requirements

• Must complete Department of Conservation and Recreation Urban Nutrient Management coursework and pass the certified planner test within 18 months of hire.
• While much of the work is performed in an office environment, there will be times the incumbent will work outside which may include hot, cold and/or wet environments.

ENTRY SALARY RANGE: $26.50 - $33.00 Hourly (Commensurate with experience and qualifications)

The information that follows is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Click here to view class description.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

At-will employment: Positions at Virginia Cooperative Extension Prince William are in the exempt service of the County. Therefore, if appointed to the position, your employment will be "at-will," which means that you may be discharged from your employment for any legal reason, with or without notice. Similarly, as an at-will employee you may resign at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.

Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

Click on the link below to explore our plans and rates.

Prince William County Benefit Programs

01

I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.

• I acknowledge and agree
• I decline to proceed

02

What is your highest level of completed education?

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field
• Bachelor's degree or higher in an unrelated field
• Associate's degree in a related field
• Associate's degree in an unrelated field
• High school diploma or GED
• None of the above

03

How many years of experience do you have in a field related to agriculture, natural resources, environmental science, public education, or community engagement?

• 3 or more years
• 2 years
• 1 year
• Less than 1 year

04

Which Microsoft Office applications do you use confidently in a professional setting?

• Word
• Excel
• Outlook
• PowerPoint
• Teams
• SharePoint
• Zoom
• None

05

What is your proficiency level with Microsoft PowerPoint?

• Advanced - interactive presentations, hyperlinks, multimedia
• Experienced - graphics, animation, inserting media
• Novice - basic slides, notes, manual slide shows
• No experience

06

Which of the following tasks are you confident performing in Microsoft Excel? (Check all that apply)

• Creating and formatting spreadsheets
• Building formulas and performing calculations
• Managing multiple worksheets and workbooks
• Importing and exporting data sets
• Sorting data (single-level and multi-level)
• Using Excel for basic data analysis or reporting
• Limited or no experience with Excel

07

Which of the following describes your experience? (Check all that apply)

• I have developed and delivered science-based educational programs
• I have participated in Virginia Cooperative Extension programs as a staff member, volunteer, or community partner
• I am familiar with local organizations and initiatives related to agriculture, natural resources, or environmental education
• I have completed college-level coursework in agriculture, environmental science, or a related field
• I have organized or facilitated training sessions for adult volunteers
• I have limited or no experience in these areas

08

What is your experience with nutrient management and soil science? (Check all that apply)

• I am a DCR-certified nutrient management plan writer
• I have completed college coursework in soils and/or nutrient management
• I have a strong understanding of nutrient management principles
• I can interpret Virginia Tech soil test reports and make recommendations
• I have limited experience or training in nutrient management
• I have no experience or training in this area

09

What is your familiarity with Virginia Cooperative Extension? (Check all that apply)

• I am a current or former VCE employee
• I have collaborated with VCE as a community partner
• I have volunteered with VCE programs
• I have used VCE resources online or attended VCE events
• I am not familiar with Virginia Cooperative Extension

10

This position occasionally requires evening or weekend work to support community programs. Are you able to work flexible hours when needed?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Prince William County Government

Address 1 County Complex Court

Prince William County, Virginia, 22192

Website https://www.pwcva.gov/department/human-resources/careers