Park Naturalist (Temp/Retirement)

Harford County•Bel Air, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs a variety of Park Naturalist related duties associated with a nature center focused on the Chesapeake Bay/watershed ecology at the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center and the Piedmont Plateau at the Eden Mill Nature Center. Work includes conducting interpretive and environmental education programs, caring for live animals, operating watercraft, opening and closing the Center and handling visitor inquiries, etc. Other duties include maintaining a safe and clean workplace, answering telephone calls, responding to written correspondence, greeting, assisting and directing the public, keeping the Center organized and inviting to the public, etc. The schedule of the work week will vary and will include weekdays, evenings, and weekends.

Requirements

One (1) year of experience working with people of all ages, in wildlife, park/recreational, or educational setting
Possession of a high school or vocational-technical school diploma or a GED certificate
Possession of a valid Class "C" non-commercial driver's license with no more than three (3) points
Knowledge of local natural history, particularly the Chesapeake Bay/watershed area and the Piedmont Plateau; canoe and kayak
Ability to safely use power tools and equipment
Ability to deal with the public cooperatively and courteously
Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with other paid staff and volunteers
Ability to create and conduct public nature programs
Ability to create and conduct school programs; to understand and follow instructions
Ability to lift, bend, stoop, climb and reach
Ability to work independently
Ability to keep simple records
Must comply with all Federal (OSHA), State of Maryland (MOSH), safety regulations and applicable Harford County safety policies, procedures, or manual as required for this position

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of canoeing and/or kayaking experience
Two years of college course work preferred in the natural sciences i.e. Earth Science, Biology, Environmental Studies, Environmental Education, Oceanography, Wildlife or Fisheries Biology, or Natural Resources Management
Maryland Master Naturalist certification

Responsibilities

Conducts interpretive and education programs for the public and school groups which may involve being on the water with canoes or kayaks
Keeps buildings and premises in neat and safe condition
Answers telephone inquiries; provides information, assists public with concerns or refers them to appropriate individuals or takes messages; monitors, greets, and directs the public throughout the facility
Directs and supervises volunteers working at the Center, including teenagers and adults
Cares for the Center wildlife which may include various types of fish, reptiles, and amphibians
Opens and secures buildings/grounds; notifies police when necessary
Instructs users on the proper utilization of the facility
Works in all types of weather and seasons with exposure to the outdoors and possibly live animals, animal waste, aquarium chemicals, etc.
May conduct research and monitoring and record and analyze data, or oversee research interns and manage research data
Other duties as assigned