Florida Keys Ocean Guardian School Coordinator
Job description
Position Title: Florida Keys Ocean Guardian School Coordinator
Supervised by: UWCK Reef Revitalization Project Liaison
Mission & Vision
United Way of Collier and the Keys’ mission is to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of community to advance the common good. Our vision is that all individuals who live and work in Collier County and The Florida Keys have the resources and opportunities they require to thrive.
Overview
UWCK seeks a Florida Keys Ocean Guardian School Coordinator to join our initiative Revitalizing the Florida Keys through Reef Restoration and Beyond. Serving on the UWCK team, this position will primarily support the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary’s (FKNMS) Education, Interpretation, and Outreach in expanding the NOAA Ocean Guardian School (OGS) program within Monroe County School District (MCSD) schools.
UWCK’s Revitalizing the Florida Keys through Reef Restoration and Beyond is a five-year partnership with the United Arab Emirates and other partners supporting a bold, ambitious plan to restore the Florida Keys’ economically valuable marine ecosystem and provide related education, engaging residents for a lasting impact.
NOAA Ocean Guardian Schools (OGS) is designed to empower schools and students to take an active role in protecting their local watersheds, the ocean, and the living creatures that inhabit them. The OGS program provides resources and support for schools to implement projects and activities that focus on reducing pollution, conserving water, and promoting the health and sustainability of the ocean and its ecosystems. The program encourages students to become environmental stewards and act to make a positive impact in their communities.
Programmatic Execution
- Support efforts for successful completion of the project’s goals.
o Assist MCSD schools as they apply for and begin their OGS program.
o Support MCSD schools currently enrolled in the OGS program.
o Coordinate process and support MCSD in achieving recognition as a NOAA OGS School District.
o Support NOAA OGS Ambassadors program in Monroe County, as needed.
- Support finance and administrative details of the project.
o Perform site visits to MCSD schools for recognition and student engagement.
o Conduct periodic check-ins with MCSD schools on OGS status.
o Work with review team to ensure schools’ compliance with OGS requirements.
o Collect and monitor school’s measurable project data and maintain appropriate database.
o Participate in planning calls related to OGS management to ensure effective communication and collaboration, as well as to stay up to date with any new policies or procedures.
- Support collaboration between NOAA OGS program and Mission: Iconic Reefs project.
- Support OGS role within UWCK Revitalizing the Florida Keys through Reef Restoration and Beyond.
- Support project-related communications coordinating with UWCK, NOAA, FKNMS and MCSD on related OGS topics.
- Assist with OGS presentations, serving as an external presence on behalf of this project.
- Build brand awareness of OGS program within Monroe County.
- Foster and strengthen existing partnerships as well as identify and establish new relationships with stakeholders, educators, and community leaders.
- Engage in community outreach to involve community members in this project.
- Collaborate with and work under the guidance of the FKNMS Education, Interpretation, and Outreach Team Lead to ensure successful project implementation and alignment with UWCK.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree required.
- Experience working in a collaborative setting, particularly within marine science and/or education preferred.
- Experience working in Google and Microsoft software programs required.
- Program coordinator experience preferred.
- Public speaking or external engagement experience required.
- Passion for the mission and values of United Way.
- Recognized as a self-directed, collaborative, and supportive team member.
- Outstanding interpersonal, listening, and communication skills.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Able to read, write, understand, and speak English fluently.
- Driver’s license required.
- Occasional bending and lifting of heavy materials.
- $23/hour
- Part-time position (average 20 hours per week but may fluctuate from 10-30 hours in any given week depending on the needs of the program, will be indicated in advance by supervisor).
- Some work hours may be flexible while others will require engagement at scheduled times from Monday – Friday, 8am-4pm.
- This position may have the opportunity for some remote work.
- Early mornings, evenings, and weekends are required on occasion, both remotely and in person.
- Periodic travel within Monroe County in personal vehicle expected.
Monroe County, Florida
Time Period
- Start: as soon as possible
- End: June 30, 2026
Please send cover letter and resume to:
Leah Stockton, Keys Area President
LStockton@KeysUnitedWay.org
Preferred Applicants are Monroe County Residents
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