Naturalist- Hiking Guide

Marriott • Avon, CO

12d

About The Position

Lead programs and group activities for children, youth, adults, and families, including snorkeling, kayaking, underwater photography and videography, botanical park tours, sustainable living lessons, and arts and crafts. Explain and promote facility rules and regulations to support guest and member safety. Monitor recreational activities, respond to emergencies according to local procedures, and alert a supervisor or manager when a guest may be unable to participate safely. Demonstrate knowledge of local and cultural heritage. Prepare for activities, ensure co-naturalists or attendants have the necessary materials, and guide groups throughout activities.

Follow company policies and procedures, maintain confidentiality, protect company assets, report accidents, injuries, and unsafe conditions, and complete required safety training and certifications. Welcome guests, anticipate and address service needs, assist people with disabilities, and thank guests. Communicate clearly and professionally, answer telephones appropriately, and maintain positive working relationships. Uphold quality standards and help develop and implement improvements. Visually inspect tools, equipment, and machines; perform the physical activities described in the posting; and carry out other reasonable duties as requested.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of related work experience (listed under preferred qualifications).
• Lifeguard Certification.
• Water Safety Certification.
• CPR Certification.
• Oxygen Certification.
• Epi-pen Certification.
• First Aid Certification.
• Food Safety Certification.
• Clean Drivers Abstract.
• Any certification or training required by local and state agencies.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Environmental Sciences or equivalent.
• No supervisory experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead programs and activities for children, youth, adults, families, and groups, including water activities, nature tours, sustainable living lessons, and arts and crafts.
• Explain and promote recreation facility rules and regulations for guest and member safety.
• Observe activities and respond to emergencies in accordance with local operating procedures.
• Identify guests who may be unable to safely participate and inform a supervisor or manager.
• Demonstrate knowledge of local and cultural heritage.
• Prepare for each activity, ensure co-naturalists or attendants have necessary materials, and guide groups throughout activities.
• Follow company policies and procedures, maintain confidentiality, and protect company assets.
• Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions; complete safety training and certifications.
• Welcome guests, address service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and express appreciation.
• Communicate professionally, answer telephones appropriately, and maintain positive working relationships.
• Ensure quality expectations and standards are met and help identify, recommend, develop, and implement quality improvements.
• Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines and perform other reasonable duties as requested.

Benefits

• A wide range of benefits designed to support employees and their families, enrich wellbeing, empower careers, and offer new adventures; eligibility and options may vary by employment status, position, and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED