The current vacancy is in the Parks and Recreation Department. The eligibility list created by this vacancy may be used to hire other vacancies in the department or County.
This naturalist role centers on equity, inclusivity and diversity within the development, delivery, and assessment of year-round educational programs on natural history and outdoor recreation for audiences of all ages. They will greet visitors and clients, answer phones, and respond to visitor questions. The naturalist will assist with the supervision of staff and volunteers in their assigned specialty area and perform related duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
Develop, create, prepare, implement, conduct, evaluate, remediate and clean up from environmental and outdoor recreation programs throughout the year for a variety of audiences. These audiences may include PreK-12 school groups, on-site nature preschool, community groups, and the general public of all ages. Develop interpretive materials, environmental curriculum and opportunities for schools, community groups, summer programs and the general public. Contribute ideas and content for program curriculum, exhibits, and displays for Tamarack Nature Center building, grounds, and trails. Respond to written and verbal questions from the public by providing accurate and up-to-date information on natural phenomena, environmental issues, plant, animal and mineral classification, horticulture practices and wildlife behavior. Assist in maintaining the Tamarack Nature Center’s collections and its inventory of program teaching supplies and recreation equipment. Collaborate with community partners/vendors to ensure programming in an assigned specialty area meets the groups needs and objectives. Guide volunteers, subordinate staff, and community service and youth workers in preparing and conducting environmental education programs for all audiences served by the nature center. Support, assist, and offer feedback to other staff in these endeavors. Participate in regular staff meetings and trainings and in the development of nature center and park management plans, strategies and initiatives. Participate in professional development both independently and as assigned to improve programs, interpretive skills, and inclusion.
Qualifications
Education: Two (2) years of post-secondary education concentrating in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Science, Education or a closely related field.
Experience: One year (2080 hours) of experience developing or conducting interpretive, environmental, or recreational programming for the general public, schools, and/or youth groups, or performing other similar duties.
Substitutions: Related experience equal to three (3) years of working with the general population around resource connection, social work, organization, communication, community partnerships, youth work, or performing similar duties can substitute for two years of post-secondary education.
Certifications/Licensure: None
Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Science Education or a closely related field.
Ramsey County
White Bear Township, Ramsey, Minnesota 55110
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