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Guestservices

Naturalist

Dania Beach, FL · On-site

Boat Naturalists are expected to educate, inform and monitor all passengers during our 90 minute ... Educate and inform guests about Everglades Park history including crocodiles, manatees and vast ...

Guest Services, Inc.

Naturalist

Dania Beach, FL · On-site

Boat Naturalists are expected to educate, inform and monitor all passengers during our 90 minute ... Educate and inform guests about Everglades Park history including crocodiles, manatees and vast ...

Guest Services, Inc.

Naturalist

North Miami Beach, FL · On-site

Boat Naturalists are expected to educate, inform and monitor all passengers during our 90 minute ... Educate and inform guests about Everglades Park history including crocodiles, manatees and vast ...

Guestservices

Boat Naturalists are expected to educate, inform and monitor all passengers during our 90 minute ... Educate and inform guests about Everglades Park history including crocodiles, manatees and vast ...

South Suburban

Park Interpreter

Littleton, CO · On-site

$16.40 - $20.90/hr

Park Interpreter Part-Time Application Closing Deadline: Ongoing/Open. This is an ongoing ... naturalist skills. Has the ability to work with people of all ages including children, family ...

State of Colorado

CO · On-site

$19/hr

Staff the park ANS (aquatic nuisance species) inspection station. Conduct physical boat inspections and boater interviews. Provide information and assistance to the boating public (distributes ...

State of Colorado

CO · On-site

$19/hr

Staff the park ANS (aquatic nuisance species) inspection station. Conduct physical boat inspections and boater interviews. Provide information and assistance to the boating public (distributes ...

Guestservices

Naturalist

North Miami Beach, FL · On-site

Boat Naturalists are expected to educate, inform and monitor all passengers during our 90 minute ... Educate and inform guests about Everglades Park history including crocodiles, manatees and vast ...

Guestservices

$33.75 - $37/hr

Boat Naturalists are expected to educate, inform and monitor all passengers during our 90 minute ... Educate and inform guests about Everglades Park history including crocodiles, manatees and vast ...

US Department of the Interior

Park Guide

Alamogordo, NM · On-site

$40K/yr

Examples of specialized experience include, but are not limited to, Park Guide or tour leader; naturalist; environmental educator or teacher; or other similar work. You must include hours per week ...

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How much do park naturalists jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for park naturalists in the United States is $18.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do you become a park naturalist?

To become a park naturalist, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a related field. Relevant experience through internships, volunteering, or working in natural resource management is also valuable, along with strong communication skills and knowledge of local ecosystems.

What qualifications do you need to be a park naturalist?

Park naturalists typically need at least a bachelor's degree in biology, environmental science, ecology, or a related field. Relevant skills include knowledge of local ecosystems, communication abilities, and sometimes certifications in first aid or interpretive guiding. Experience with outdoor education and environmental interpretation is also valuable.
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Naturalist

Guestservices

Dania Beach, FL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Compensation Amount:

18.00 USD Hourly

Job Summary:

Boat Naturalists are expected to educate, inform and monitor all passengers during our 90 minute boat tours. Presenting information on marine mammals, birds and general ecology. The Naturalist is also the acting First Mate on the vessel, responsible to help the Captain in any way. Pre- and post-trip boat cleaning is also an important part of the tour. Some hours will be spent working at the cash register.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Perform duties as First Mate to Captain, which may include the safety talk prior to vessel leaving the dock.
  • Educate and inform guests about Everglades Park history including crocodiles, manatees and vast variety of birds.
  • Monitor all passengers to assure they are comfortable and safe.
  • Clean and prepare vessel pre and post trip.
  • Responsible to continue learning new material on marine mammals, birds and the Flamingo area.
  • Background in natural sciences preferred.
  • Working knowledge of boats, and experience working on open water.

SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

  • Partial High School education; High School Diploma/G.E.D. equivalent preferred.
  • Strong customer service abilities; actively looks for ways to assist customers and coworkers.
  • People oriented, strong communication/public speaking skills, education experience or background.
  • Strong work ethic and team-oriented skills are a must.
  • Must enjoy educating diverse audience about wildlife and other subjects,
  • Must adhere to company dress code.
  • Subject to pre-employment and/or random drug testing.
  • Available Saturdays, Sundays, evenings and holidays.
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Florida Boaters Safety Course

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the unit. Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.
  • Reading and writing work-related documents in English.
  • Speech recognition and clarity, including the ability to understand the speech of customers and co-workers and the ability to speak clearly so that you can be understood by customers and co-workers in English.
  • Physical presence at the job site is essential to perform job duties.

Founded in 1917, Guest Services has worked tirelessly to earn the reputation as the premier hospitality management company and National Park Service concessionaire in the United States. Guest Services takes great care and pride in providing best-in-class services across a wide variety of client sites including luxury communities, hotels, resorts, government and business dining facilities, full-service restaurants, state and national parks, outdoor recreation, boathouses, marinas, museums, conference centers, senior living communities, health care systems, school and university dining facilities, and specialty retail stores.

Guest Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and promotion without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION: We embrace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the richness it brings to our company. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive workplace where individuals can bring their whole selves to work, enabling them to provide the best level of service to our diverse customer base.

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