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The Volunteer and Field Trip Coordinator coordinates Merry Lea’s volunteer program and field trip operations, serving as a primary point of contact for volunteers, staff, and teachers for those programs. This position recruits, prepares, schedules, communicates with, and engages volunteers who contribute to Merry Lea’s educational programs, stewardship efforts, and daily operations. The position also coordinates the administrative and logistical aspects of field trips, including registration, scheduling, communication with groups, educator and volunteer assignments, facilities, transportation, supplies, and program records.

As a member of the Education team, the Volunteer and Field Trip Coordinator also serves as an environmental educator and contributes to the development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of Merry Lea’s educational programs. The position works collaboratively with staff, students, and volunteers to deliver high-quality, inclusive learning experiences and uses participant feedback, program data, educational best practices, and relevant content knowledge to strengthen programs. The position requires strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills and the ability to balance independent work with collaboration across Merry Lea.