The Naturalist role is a part-time, non-exempt position that reports to the Naturalist Manager. Hours range seasonally between 5 – 20 hours per week and naturalists must maintain a minimum availability of 3 days/week and 1 weekend day/month. The Naturalist role leads high-quality environmental educational programs for children and adults in an outdoor setting on weekdays and weekends at the Chattahoochee Nature Center (CNC) as well as out in the community at locations such as schools, libraries, and other facilities. This position helps facilitate CNC’s mission of connecting people with nature in a fun, friendly workplace.
Essential Functions
Provide environmental education programs (Pre-K to Adults) for school groups, scouts, birthday parties, and the general public on and off-site
Lead occasional evening or overnight programs on nocturnal animals for mixed age groups including adults
Handle non-releasable wildlife used in programs and follow all protocol
Attend mandatory meetings and trainings
Support the efforts of all staff and volunteers at CNC
Participate in all required center-wide activities
Must be willing to work occasional weekends and evenings
Perform other tasks as assigned by Learning and Engagement Department Manager and Director
Work Experience
College student or college graduate, or equivalent experience
Experience teaching or working with children in an outdoor setting
Background in environmental education, natural history, education, or camps
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Willingness to work outdoors
Willingness to handle non-releasable wildlife
Current tetanus shot or willingness to obtain one
Current CPR/Ist Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must be able to lift over 25 lbs.
Education
College student or college graduate, or equivalent experience
Skills
Excellent communication skills
Maturity, dependability, and flexibility
Proven customer service skills
Ability to work well with others
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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