Job Description

Title: Education Coordinator

Supervisor: Executive Director

Exempt / Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Date: September 2026

Summary Description:

Under the Executive Director's direction, the Education Coordinator develops, coordinates, and facilitates CCWCD’s water education and outreach programs for students, educators, and community members. The position is responsible for developing educational curriculum and materials; facilitating K–12 classroom programs; coordinating the Children’s Water Festival, Confluence Institute teacher workshops, Middle School Summer Environmental River Camp, High School Senior Scholarship Program, and College Internship Program; conducting water-resource research; and building partnerships with schools, educators, community organizations, and water professionals. The Education Coordinator serves as a key representative of CCWCD in promoting water literacy, conservation, and understanding of Colorado’s water resources.

Interaction with members of the Central District and the public is vital to the success of the role and the CCWCD. As a representative of the District, the Education Coordinator must always be professional and courteous when interacting with District employees, State employees, Water Commissioners, stakeholders, and the general public. The Education Coordinator is responsible for establishing, fostering, and maintaining good working relationships with many different stakeholders, including, but not limited to Central, GMS, and WAS members, community partners, Division of Water Resources staff, engineering and legal consultants, property owners, school district board members and employees, and other shareholders.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate and facilitate all the following: Children’s Water Festivals
• Fundraise for Children’s Water Festival
• Confluence Institute, K-12 and non-traditional educators’ professional development
• Well Watch Program, K-12 in classroom program
• Middle School Summer Camp
• Public Bus Tour
• Public Outreach
• Conferences
• High School Senior Scholarships
• College Internship Program
• conduct research for all CCWCD education components.
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CENTRAL COLORADO WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT 3209 W 28th STREET, GREELEY, CO 80634 PHONE: 970.330.4540 | WWW.CCWCD.ORG

 

Knowledge, Education, and Experience:

• Knowledge of working with K-12 students and teachers in a classroom setting
• Previous experience in water conservancy or a similar industry, including outreach to the public regarding educational events
• Proficient skills in design software products (i.e. Canva, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat or other design software)
• Proficient in Microsoft software products. (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Team player with great communication skills
• Self-motivated and creative

 

Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to use their own vehicle for CCWCD purposes (mileage is reimbursed).

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not supervise others.

Work Environment:

This position is performed working at a desk in an office setting, in K-12 classrooms and community events.

Physical Requirements:

Alternate sitting or standing at will.

Capable of lifting 50 pounds.

Travel Required:

Local travel up to 100 miles.

Compensation and Benefits Package:

The salary range for this position is $24.00 - $29.00 per hour, depending upon experience. Our health benefits include multiple plans to choose from with Kaiser or Anthem. Currently, the District contributes over $700 a month toward your health insurance. We offer a retirement plan through PERA and generous vacation, sick, and holiday time-off plans. The District provides a vehicle for travel to and from work. Please send resumes to rray@ccwcd.org.