Seasonal Naturalist

National Audubon Society•Bremen, ME

1d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

Audubon’s Seabird Institute is one of four pillars of National Audubon Society’s Coasts strategy. The program combines conservation science as well as education and outreach with the advocacy might of Audubon’s network to protect seabirds and the places they need. The Seabird Institute engages hundreds of visitors through its work at the Hog Island Audubon Camp. The work schedule is 40 hours per week, and the day revolves around camp programming on a six-day/ five-night program schedule that includes early morning bird walks, day trips and evening lectures. Weekend work is required. Some weeks will not include a full schedule, and full hours may not be expected all weeks. Work at other Seabird Institute facilities and programs is possible during times when camp is not in session. Length of Assignment: May 10, 2026 - September 26, 2026 This role is on-site at the Maine Hog Island Center in Bremen, ME.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in natural sciences, education, or related field. Equivalent experience in these fields will be considered in combination with some education.
Experience developing and leading outdoor activities, working with all ages.
Strong group management skills; ability to guide a group of up to 25 people of all ages.
Love of outdoor exploration and questioning; ability to model curiosity and wonder about the natural world.
Ability to work well as part of a team and independently.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work outdoors, in all weather conditions and on varying terrain, and occasionally carry field equipment, with or without accommodation.
Must be able to remain stationary for extensive periods of time, transport items up to 30lbs repeatedly throughout the day and traverse over 2 miles at a time without reasonable accommodation.
Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to and experience in advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
Must be able to pass a federal background check.
Must have a valid U.S. Driver’s License to operate Audubon vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge, and the ability to pass on that knowledge, of the natural history of Maine and seabird conservation is preferred.
Experience or willingness to learn the use of rowboats and outboard motorboats.
Knowledge of core routines of nature connection (e.g., journaling, mapping, bird language, etc).
Research experience and use of scientific concepts.
Bird banding experience or certificate.
Current First Aid and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Lead day trips, boat trips, and workshops for Hog Island Audubon Camp. This includes leading birding hikes, overseeing eBird and iNaturalist accounts each week at camp on the camp computer or personal device.
Ability to setup and oversee AV equipment including setting up for night lectures and workshops.
Computer familiarity is a must including working online, email, and using basic hardware such as projectors and sound equipment.
Maintain and oversee the Queen Mary Lab, including maintenance of the touch tank and other teaching resources.
Help maintain the safety and wellbeing of all camp participants and coworkers.
Ability to work long, flexible hours when needed, including weekends and evenings.
Contribute to general camp operation and customer service by assisting with organization, moving equipment, operating store POS system, creating photo slide shows, and assisting with meal service.
Write a summary of camp sessions for newsletters and curating content for social media and other publications throughout the season.
Collaborate with Audubon staff to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated and followed in all aspects of our work.
Other job-related duties as assigned.