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Stark County Auditor

Education Naturalist

Canton, OH

$21.38/hr

The Stark County Park District is currently seeking a full-time, year-round Education Naturalist to ... Experience in guiding, teaching, environmental education, and interpretation. * Broad knowledge of ...

Marriott

Naturalist

Avon, CO · On-site

Prepare for each activity, ensuring that the co-naturalist or attendant is also prepared with any necessary materials, and guiding the group at all times. Follow company policies and procedures ...

Marriott International, Inc

Naturalist

Avon, CO · On-site

$22.36/hr

Prepare for each activity, ensuring that the co-naturalist or attendant is also prepared with any necessary materials, and guiding the group at all times. Follow company policies and procedures ...

Reston Association

Teacher Naturalist

Reston, VA · On-site

We are actively seeking a Teacher Naturalist to join our Nature Center team! The primary function ... Our Core Values of Service, Collaboration, Stewardship, Innovation and Leadership guide everything ...

City of Fremont, CA

Park Ranger/Naturalist

Fremont, CA · On-site

$78K - $94K/yr

... guided walks and public outreach. * Provide high-quality customer service to park visitors ... Park Ranger/Naturalist Class Specifications Essential Functions • Works in prescribed uniform and ...

Innersea Discoveries

Expedition Guide

Juneau, AK

The Guide is supervised by the Expedition Leader and Lead Guide and work in teams of 2-7 members ... Minimum one year of naturalist interpretation or environmental education in the field and formal ...

UnCruise Adventures

Expedition Guide

Juneau, AK · On-site

The Guide is supervised by the Expedition Leader and Lead Guide and work in teams of 2-7 members ... Minimum one year of naturalist interpretation or environmental education in the field and formal ...

FIRST LIGHT RESORTS LLC

Recreation Guide

Groveland, CA · On-site

$21/hr

While guides mainly conduct naturalist tours/hikes, they cross-train, support and execute various recreational programs and activities (including assisting at our Recreation Desk). Our recreation ...

Innersea Discoveries

Expedition Guide

Juneau, AK

The Guide is supervised by the Expedition Leader and Lead Guide and work in teams of 2-7 members ... Minimum one year of naturalist interpretation or environmental education in the field and formal ...

FIRST LIGHT RESORTS LLC

Recreation Guide

Groveland, CA · On-site

$21/hr

While guides mainly conduct naturalist tours/hikes, they cross-train, support and execute various recreational programs and activities (including assisting at our Recreation Desk). Our recreation ...

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Expedition Guide

Juneau, AK · On-site

The Guide is supervised by the Expedition Leader and Lead Guide and work in teams of 2-7 members ... Minimum one year of naturalist interpretation or environmental education in the field and formal ...

Omni Hotels

Experience as a naturalist or outdoor recreation guide preferred. * Previous rock-climbing experience preferred. * Strong leadership and teaching skills. * Ability and comfort working at heights of ...

Omni Hotels

Canopy Tour Guide | Seasonal

Carroll, NH · On-site

Experience as a naturalist or outdoor recreation guide preferred. * Previous rock-climbing experience preferred. * Strong leadership and teaching skills. * Ability and comfort working at heights of ...

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Education Naturalist

Stark County Auditor

Canton, OH

$21.38/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

If you have a passion for connecting people with nature in the outdoors, leading park education programs with subjects such as nature, wildlife, cultural history, and outdoor recreation (archery, kayaking, canoeing, etc.), have the ability to engage diverse audiences, and are looking for full time work, we invite you to apply!

The Stark County Park District is currently seeking a full-time, year-round Education Naturalist to develop and present on a variety of educational and recreational programs throughout Stark County.

Essential Functions:

  • Research, plan, schedule, and deliver engaging and organized programs and events on natural, cultural and outdoor recreation topics at various Stark County Park District sites, in schools and virtually.
  • Review current program offerings and events and update/create new programs in line with proper education standards and public demands.
  • Work effectively with manager and education staff to schedule programs that highlight the districts unique features and customer service base.
  • Plan small formal programs as well as large special events
  • After training, utilize our animal ambassadors from the Wildlife Conservation Center in programming
  • Successfully complete administrative tasks such as writing program descriptions and outlines, and evaluation of programs, prepare and track purchase order requests and acquire needed materials for programs.
  • Utilize various technology platforms and equipment for programming.
  • Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers, park patrons, program attendees, volunteers and other customers.
  • Foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment with all district staff and departments.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Skills/Experience/Abilities:

  • Effective interpersonal skills
  • Effective presentation and public speaking skills
  • Ability to communicate with diverse audiences and backgrounds and manage children and adults in the outdoors.
  • Ability to plan large and small events
  • Ability to work independently without supervision
  • Experience in guiding, teaching, environmental education, and interpretation.
  • Broad knowledge of local flora and fauna of Ohio such as ornithology, entomology, ecology, herpetology, botany and conservation
  • Experience presenting with wildlife such as reptiles, amphibians, mammals and birds is desired
  • Experience with kayaking, stand-up paddleboard or archery is desired
  • Knowledge of local historical resources
  • Ability to work in a variety of environments, including outdoors, around bodies of water, and in varying weather conditions including extreme heat or cold
  • Must be able to walk, hike, climb to various park sites and in and around of bodies of water, and be able to handle infrequent loads in excess of 50 lbs. with or without assistance

Basic Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Education, History, or closely related field and a minimum of 1 - 2 years of experience in these fields required.
  • Valid Ohio Driver's license required.
  • Varied work hours/days, including evenings and weekends.

Pay: $21.38 per hour

Must be eligible for employment in the United States. Pre-employment background check and drug screening will be performed.

EOE - M/F/D/V

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