NATURALIST

HOMEWOOD-FLOSSMOOR PARK DISTRICT•Olympia Fields, IL

14h•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Naturalists must be able to effectively provide quality outdoor and environmental education programs to diverse groups, including but not limited to pre-K through 12 students and teachers, scout, homeschool, and other community groups. The H-F Park District’s mission statement is “to enhance the quality of life through diverse recreational opportunities, facilities and parks while caring for the environment”.

Requirements

Working knowledge of natural systems, ecology and biodiversity.
Understanding of environmental issues and education processes.
Must be able to effectively communicate with groups of all ages.
Minimum 2 years college credit.
Experience in or strong interest in outdoor and environmental education.
AED and CPR certification.
Participate in Irons Oaks trainings.
STANDING: Frequently
SITTING: Frequently
WALKING: Frequently
LIFTING: Frequently: minimum 25 lbs. maximum 50 lbs. 75 lbs. with assistance.
STOOPING: Frequently
REACHING: Frequently
CLIMBING: Occasionally
VERBAL: Proficient ability to communicate concepts and activities with various age groups.
VISION: Safety, write and read English

Responsibilities

Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and external guests by providing friendly, responsive, courteous and helpful service.
Prepare for, and conduct environmental education on-site and outreach programs for schools, preschools, scouts, birthday, homeschool, and other community groups.
Coordinate with other Naturalists in daily planning.
Collect waivers as necessary.
Assist with special events.
Some evening and weekend work required.
Assist with habitat management efforts at Irons Oaks.
Other related job duties as assigned.

Benefits

Discounted individual fitness membership at Racquet Fitness Center
Discounted golf fees and driving range tokens at Coyote Run
Individual admission to open skate at H-F Ice Arena
Individual Lions pool pass
20% off (1) facility rental/year
20% off birthday party package for child(ren)
20% off program fees
Irons Oaks ropes course & climbing tower
Individual ski rental at Irons Oaks (cross-country skiing)
457 Retirement Plan
Participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund - only available if required minimum hours are met (work more than 1,000 hours in a year).
Additional benefits for facility employees only.
Paid CPR/AED training and certification.
Paid Leave Time Off