Outdoor Center Naturalist/Instructor (Part-time)
About The Position
The Outdoor Center Naturalist/Instructor is responsible for the planning and implementation of a diverse array of environmental education and outdoor recreation programming. The primary position responsibilities and areas of impact are: Develops, organizes, and implements high quality environmental education and outdoor recreation programs for the general public. Provides quality instruction in a variety of program formats for participants of all ages. Develops and implements nature-based summer camps, birthday parties, and scout visits. Supports the husbandry of ambassador animals and their inclusion in educational programming. Collaborates with colleagues and the Outdoor Center Supervisor/Lead Naturalist to update and improve the Outdoor Center, its programs and instructional materials. Provides a high level of customer service and ensures a safe and welcoming environment for the public. While these areas are the primary focus of this position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City.
Requirements
- B.S. or B.A. degree in environmental science, biology, zoology, education/teaching, recreation or related subject required.
- Must be able to frequently lift/carry/pull up to 35 lbs. and occasionally lift/carry/pull 35–75 lbs. and infrequently lift/carry/pull up to 100 lbs.
- Must be capable of or willing to develop skills to handle domestic and/or wild animals.
- Candidates must successfully complete and pass the City’s evaluation of the pre-employment process prior to their first day of employment. Pre-employment processes for this position includes professional reference checks, background check, work verification.
Nice To Haves
- CPR and First Aid certifications preferred.
- At least one year of naturalist, biologist, or teaching experience in a formal or informal setting, or related experience working with children and adults strongly preferred.
- Experience in adventure and/or experiential education (ex. Camping, canoeing, kayaking) preferred.
- Experience working with ambassador and/or education animals preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develops, organizes, and implements high quality environmental education and outdoor recreation programs for the general public.
- Provides quality instruction in a variety of program formats for participants of all ages.
- Develops and implements nature-based summer camps, birthday parties, and scout visits.
- Supports the husbandry of ambassador animals and their inclusion in educational programming.
- Collaborates with colleagues and the Outdoor Center Supervisor/Lead Naturalist to update and improve the Outdoor Center, its programs and instructional materials.
- Provides a high level of customer service and ensures a safe and welcoming environment for the public.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
