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HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT•Hayward, CA

8d•$25 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (H.A.R.D.) is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join their team as Naturalists. This role involves leading nature-based programs to encourage children's exploration, discovery, and appreciation of the environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about science education and outdoor learning, experienced in working with children and animals, energetic, flexible, team-oriented, and skilled in planning and implementing nature-focused youth programs. H.A.R.D. operates two nature centers dedicated to promoting environmental awareness, stewardship, and a deep connection with the natural world, serving over 309,000 residents across a 100-square-mile area.

Requirements

Develop engaging and instructional curriculum, materials and projects
Self-Motivated, can work independently with minimum supervision or with a team
Organized and detail oriented
Proactively plan for maintenance of equipment and programming needs
Work with and serve a diverse community
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
Maintain professional and effective working relationships with others
Strong communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in environmental education, biology, recreation, interpretation or similar field of study
Proven experience in MS Office programs: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook
Experience in environmental education/interpretive programs including curriculum development.
Must be 18+ years old
Must be able to work weekends and evenings
Verification of ID and ability work in the USA
Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification required
Provide proof of negative TB Skin Test
Possession of a valid CA Driver’s License
Satisfactory fingerprint clearance and background check (DOJ) for employees with direct contact with minors

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual is desirable
Experience in Active Net, live streaming, social media venues, Photoshop and InDesign desired.
Experience in camp programs preferred
Experience in coordinating special events and activities
Strong interest and desire to work with local and/or Bay-estuary wildlife
Pre-exposure vaccinations for rabies preferred (Sulphur Creek only)

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, prepare, market and implement interpretive programs for all ages in large and small group settings
Develop curriculum and materials that is fun and engaging for interpretive programs and displays
Organize and maintain a safe and clean program space and resident animal display
Organize interpretive materials and supplies
Report any repairs or maintenance needed on any equipment/tools used for programming
Enforcing safety guidelines, District policies and procedures
Recruit, train and oversee volunteers and Naturalist Aides
Create training material and procedures
Assist with marketing and outreach of programs
Assists in the design and production of various interpretive media
Acts as HARD and SCNC representative at public events
Assists in planning and implementing resource management activities
Assists in the operation and coordination of the HSIC and major recreation activities
Performs minor custodial duties related to the maintenance of SCNC facilities and exhibits
Assist in the implementation of on-going programs funded through grants and associated reporting requirements
Performs other duties as assigned