Coral Nursery Mate (BEC) - Summer 2027

BSA Sea Base • Summerland Key, FL

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About The Position

Coral Nursery Mates deliver curriculum lectures and lead discussions in the field. They also serve as first mates aboard a 45-foot Corinthian Catamaran and a 26-foot Dusky. The role involves teaching in the field for long hours during the summer in the Florida Keys and leading crews in the water while snorkeling. This listing is for the Summer 2027 season; applications for other seasons must be submitted through separate job-board listings.

The position is based at the Brinton Environmental Center in Summerland Key, home to Sea Base’s coral nursery and coral restoration efforts. Sea Base is one of four National High Adventure Bases operated by Scouting America and offers programs across six operating locations. Staff have access to regular meals prepared by the food-services team and on-site housing during their employment term. Accommodations include fitness rooms, recreational areas, and laundry machines. Staff may also have opportunities to gain knowledge and certifications in scuba diving, lifeguarding, wilderness first aid, CPR, and SERV Safe.

Requirements

• Strong background in marine science, ecology, and/or outdoor education.
• Competent swimming ability.
• Comfort snorkeling and leading crews in the water.

Responsibilities

• Deliver curriculum lectures and lead discussions in the field.
• Serve as a first mate aboard a 45-foot Corinthian Catamaran and a 26-foot Dusky.
• Teach in the field during the summer season.
• Lead crews in the water while snorkeling.

Benefits

• Regular meals prepared by the food-services team.
• On-site housing provided during each employment term.
• Access to fitness rooms, recreational areas, and laundry machines.
• Opportunities to gain knowledge and certifications in scuba diving, lifeguarding, wilderness first aid, CPR, and SERV Safe.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed