Parks Naturalist - Part Time; Parks And Recreation

Starting Pay: $28.4356 hourly ($59,146)

Step A: $29.3048 hourly ($60,954)

Step B: $30.2120 hourly ($62,841)

Step C: $31.7760 hourly ($66,094)

Step D: $33.4543 hourly ($69,585)

Step E: $35.2125 hourly ($73,242)

• Bachelor's degree in natural science, interpretation, biology, earth science, environmental education, outdoor education, the biological sciences or related field AND one (1) year of coordinating experience;
• OR Associate's degree in Natural Sciences or Education AND four (4) years of experience working with a nature or outdoor education program in a professional capacity.

Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Performs a variety of professional duties planning and organizing environmental education programs associated with the nature preserve, arboretum, Visitor's Center, and outdoors both at the facility, and in the county parks; promotes public interest in environmental education and makes recommendations concerning interpretive programming; works under supervision; performs related duties as required.

• Plans and conducts programs for a diverse audience.
• Conducts a diversified program including exhibits, trails, illustrated lectures, field trips and other features related to outdoor education.
• Plans and prepares interpretive materials including displays, photos, maps, charts, slides, signs, publications, leaflets and other related materials.
• Coordinates and schedules outdoor education activities.
• Prepares necessary reports and records.
• Delivers oral and visual presentations to groups and individuals related to outdoor education activities.
• Promotes and maintains cooperative working relationships with Parks and Recreation employees, volunteers, schools and community groups.
• Maintains inventory required for outdoor education activities.
• Makes recommendations regarding the outdoor education budget.
• Coordinates the activities of subordinate employees and/or volunteers.
• Researches, writes, and manages grants.
• Serves as a liaison to the Friends of For-Mar Foundation.
• Coordinates the outdoor environment of the Nature Preserve - including trails, wildlife populations, plant associations, etc.
• Works collaboratively with the Horticulture staff.
• Coordinates gift shop retail operation.