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Marine Education Specialist

Posted on March 5, 2026

Sc, United States of America
45300.0 - 61100.0 USD (yearly)

Full Time

Marine Education Specialist job opportunity

Job Responsibilities

The S.C. Sea Grant Consortium (Consortium)is seeking an experienced professional in environmental education and outreach to fill the position of Marine Education Specialist. The Specialist will provide technical expertise and a wide range of services to South Carolina coastal communities.

The Consortium is a state agency established to manage the Sea Grant College program for South Carolina and based in Charleston, S.C., optimizes the environmental, social, and economic potential of the coastal and marine resources of the state and region through the support and dissemination of high-quality research, extension, and education programming.

Responsibilities

The Marine Education Specialist will strengthen the agency’s capacity to effectively engage the growing number of coastal educators, students, and families in community-based learning and restoration activities, while also providing resources that enhance science literacy and workforce development. The Specialist will contribute to the design, development, and implementation of education programming that is responsive to community needs and aligned with the Consortium’s five focus areas, healthy coastal ecosystems, weather and climate resilience, sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, sustainable coastal development and economy, and scientific literacy and workforce development as well as current research priorities. The Specialist will be supervised by the S.C. Sea Grant Consortium’s Education and Outreach Manager.

Specific Duties

Implement and coordinate Consortium programs, including K–12 student programs and outreach, educator professional development opportunities, and community science and stewardship initiatives.
Assist in the development of new education materials and the revision of existing educational products.
Deliver formal and informal presentations on Consortium education programs and activities at state, regional, and national conferences, workshops, and outreach events.
Support the development and dissemination of evaluation and assessment tools to identify the needs of the educational community and inform improvements to existing programs.
Develop and/or contribute to grant proposal development for education and outreach initiatives.
Participate in professional and skills development opportunities including but not limited to serving in leadership roles internal and external to the agency, which may include participation on advisory committees, boards, and workgroups.
Prepare performance-based program objectives, benchmarks, metrics, program evaluations, and other required programmatic reports for the Consortium.
Supervise student assistants and interns and serve on graduate student committees, as appropriate.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in marine science, education, or a related field
Demonstrated work experience leading education and outreach programs.
Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and communicate, collaborate, and work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
Effective oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

A master’s degree in marine science, education, or a related field in combination with demonstrated work experience in education and outreach programming.
Demonstrated proficiency in grant writing
Demonstrated proficiency in project and/or personnel management

Additional Comments

Position Type

Regular, full-time position. Agency hiring range: $45,300 - $53,200. The finalist for this position must successfully complete an E-Verify and driver’s license background check.

Work Location and Hours

This position is based in Charleston, South Carolina, but other coastal locations can be considered. Normal Consortium business hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. However, work beyond regular business hours, including evenings and weekends, may be necessary in order to complete the requirements of the position. Telecommuting options are available to employees following a year of employment and a review of performance. Travel throughout the state and region is necessary. A valid driver’s license is required.

Please include a resume and cover letter with your submitted application

The SC Sea Grant Consortium is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The SC Sea Grant Consortium offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
Retirement benefit choices *
- State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
- State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

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