Park Naturalist; Seasonal, Part-Time

• Location:
  
  Community Education and Recreation
• Date Available:
  
  04/06/2026
• Closing Date:
  03/15/2026

Park Naturalist (Seasonal, Part-Time)

Red Wing Community Education & Recreation

Community Education & Recreation is seeking motivated and qualified applicants for a seasonal Park Naturalist position. This part-time role runs from early April through mid-October and offers up to 28 hours per week, including at least one weekend day and some evenings and holidays.

The Park Naturalist plays an important role in connecting residents and visitors to the natural and cultural history of Red Wing's park system, including He Mni Can (Barn Bluff). This position helps make our parks welcoming, educational, and accessible to all while fostering appreciation for local ecology and conservation.

This position uniquely combines energetic, interactive outdoor work with independent project time and program development.

• Develop and lead interpretive programs that help visitors better understand and appreciate the natural history and cultural significance of Red Wing's parks.
• Deliver regularly scheduled hikes, talks, and tours to a wide range of audiences including summer camp groups, scout troops, clubs, families, children, adults, and seniors.
• Rove trails at He Mni Can (Barn Bluff), Memorial Park, and the Billings-Tomfohr Conservation Area to make informal visitor contacts and provide educational engagement.
• Maintain a welcoming, professional presence in park spaces.
• Record daily visitor contact numbers and observations to support park planning and visitation trend analysis.
• Develop, update, and restock park brochures, pamphlets, and trailhead materials.
• Plan and manage weekly programming schedules with minimal supervision.
• Support stewardship efforts and promote responsible park use.

• High School Diploma.
• Currently enrolled in or completed at least one year of college-level coursework in environmental education, environmental science, biology, forestry, natural resources, or a related field.
• Valid Minnesota Class D driver's license (or equivalent).
• Current First Aid/CPR certification (or ability to obtain prior to start date).

• Experience leading outdoor education or interpretive programming.
• Familiarity with Red Wing's park system and local ecology.
• Knowledge of Dakota history and the cultural significance of He Mni Can.
• Strong public speaking and group facilitation skills.
• Experience working with youth groups.

• Ability to hike steep and uneven terrain, including trails at He Mni Can (Barn Bluff).
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to stand and engage with groups for extended periods.

Programming will primarily take place at He Mni Can (Barn Bluff), Memorial Park, and the Billings-Tomfohr Conservation Area. Work includes scheduled programming, trail roving, visitor engagement, and independent planning time.

This role requires flexibility, self-direction, strong communication skills, and a genuine enthusiasm for sharing Red Wing's natural spaces with the community.

Salary: $19.67 - $22.48 /hour

Benefits: This seasonal, part-time position is not medical benefits eligible.

Final date to receive applications: March 15, 2026

Contact Director of Community Education and Recreation, Bob Lawrence, at blawrence with questions.

All job offers from Red Wing Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 256 School Board approval.

Red Wing Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Non-Discrimination Statement: The School District does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, parental status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age, or sexual orientation, including gender identity and expression. The School District also ensures a free appropriate public education for students with disabilities, including regular or special education and related aides and services.

If you need assistance in completing an electronic application, please contact Kelsie Kuyath at klkuyath.

Postings current as of 3/6/2026 7:46:19 AM CST.

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