Naturalist - Full-time with Benefits or Part-time no Benefits
PRIMARY FUNCTION
Under the supervision of the Director of Schrader Environmental Education Center, the Naturalist is responsible for the development, organization, and presentation of environmental education and interpretation programs for various audiences, including youth and family programming, school programs, and the general public. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. Part-time with no benefits may be considered.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in education, environmental education, natural sciences, or related field, or equivalent work experience preferred.
Knowledge of best practices in environmental education and/or outdoor education preferred.
Natural history knowledge of local flora and fauna preferred.
Valid driver’s license and access to personal vehicle for offsite programming required.
Ability to communicate well in both oral and written form.
Ability to work as part of a team.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Teach school, public, and special event programs individually and in cooperation with other staff. Design and/or follow lesson plans. Assist with program evaluation and revision.
Confer, advise, and cooperate with local and regional schools, groups, organizations, agencies, institutions, individuals, and others who have an interest in the program areas developed by the department.
Complete the work of the department in accordance with the general policy, aims, and objectives of Oglebay Institute.
Consult with departmental and Institute personnel on long-and short-range goals and objectives associated with the department.
Communicate job-related issues and/or need for assistance to the SEEC Director.
Interact with the public with a cheerful and positive attitude, solve guest’s problems and complaints in an appropriate manner and maintain harmonious working relationship with fellow employees.
Assist as needed with natural resources management, upkeep of interpretive exhibits and displays including animal care, and facility maintenance.
Attend in-service training and staff meetings as required; prepare and maintain accurate written and oral reports as requested; follow written and oral instructions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comprehensive Benefit Package (for full-time employees) including medical, dental, vision, LTD, life insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care FSA, vacation/sick/personal/holidays, and TIAA-CREF Retirement Account through employer contributions.