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Agency Description
The Philadelphia Water Department is a municipal department of approximately 2500 employees working in all facets to provide water/wastewater treatment services to the City of Philadelphia and the surrounding counties.
Job Description
Position Summary:
This public education position is located at the historic landmark Fairmount Water Works (FWW), the nation's first successful urban water supply facility, and now the public education destination of Philadelphia Water. Public education duties include: assisting all visitors, children and adults, in developing an appreciation for the history of the site through developed materials and tours, and the operation of interactive displays. Primary duties of educators include assisting in the presentation of water and watershed environmental education programs, materials and activities both at the FWW, and as part of outreach efforts in the community. The FWW education unit has developed a suite of lessons and activities, including Water in Our World, Seeing Is Believing, Building As Machine, The Art and Science of Water, and A Drinking Water Mystery. The successful candidate will be asked to conduct the above lessons, and others, on a daily basis to students K- 12th grade.
Essential Functions
The successful candidate must have an interest in and/or background in elementary, secondary and/or special education. The successful candidate will be a team player, bring enthusiasm and energy to the position and be able to be flexible, as every day and every group is unique. Please note that due to the location, at the edge of the river, the building is prone to flooding. All systems are checked, including air and water. Some people with allergies may be sensitive to the environment. Proof of Covid19 vaccination required. Position will be in person and virtual. The Fairmount Water Works is located on 640 Water Works Drive, in East Fairmount Park, at the gateway to the Schuylkill Banks trail (aka The Circuit).
Qualifications
Applicants are required to meet the following minimum requirements:
Must be enrolled as a full-time student
Valid driver’s license preferred, though a personal vehicle is not required.
Majors: Arts & Sci. - Environmental Studies, Bus. - Marketing, Arts & Sci. - Communication, Ed. -Teacher Education, Ed. - Elementary Education, Prof. Stud. - Hospitality Management, Arts & Sci. -English, Arts & Sci. - History, Arts & Sci. - Environmental Science
Additional Information
TO APPLY:Interested candidates must submit a resume.
Hourly Rate: $18 Undergraduates $20 Graduates
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Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Generous retirement savings options are available
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The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire
Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.
The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr@phila.gov.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
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Other
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