Eco Environmental Education Ranger at University of North Florida

Department

Eco Adventure-OPS

Compensation

$16.00 Hourly

 

Job Summary/Responsibilities:
This is an entry level part-time position assisting with park maintenance, youth and adult education programs, some eco-adventure gear & trips(as needed), and office duties. This position requires a dedicated and creative person to assist with all manner of operations at the UNF Wildlife Sanctuary. This position entails working independently both in and out of the office, finding solutions to minor problems and interacting with the public, school children and UNF students with a positive attitude. Assist & Lead Environmental Education programs

Nature Trail Duties: Patrolling property, trimming, repair to boardwalks & picnic tables etc., litter, special projects, digging holes, planting, using hand tools and some power tools.

Office Duties:

• Entering data, answering phones, copying worksheets, pencils, voicemail and email

• General cleaning & maintenance of facilities

• Curriculum development: editing current programs, making new programs

• Organize and assist with Eco-Adventure programs

• Special programs: night hikes, off-site environmental events, outreach…

Required Qualifications & Skills:
High School Diploma, Driver’s License, Positive Attitude
Can follow written or verbal instructions.
Can communicate effectively with staff and public in writing or verbally.
CPR & First Aid Certified (can be accomplished within first 60 days of work)
Comfortable in nature and enjoys sharing the natural world with others

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
Area of study coincides with work (i.e. education, science, psychology or recreation as major)
Knowledge or Experience with: local flora & fauna, education, UNF, Jacksonville, public speaking, advanced medical training, park ranger or naturalist
Walking or running (at least 1 mile) on uneven terrain, bending, lifting a weight of at least 50 lb.
Working indoors and outdoors in heat, sun, wind, rain & cold.
Working near animals, plants, and insects that can bite, sting or poison (i.e. natural outdoor areas)
Remain calm and think logically when others around you are not.
Especially during first-aid and emergency circumstances.
Study and memorize program, natural history and Chain of Command information.

 

Required Qualifications

 

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator

 

 

The holder of this position is responsible for any NCAA and Atlantic Sun Conference bylaws and guidelines that a member of the UNF Athletic Compliance Department provides in addition to all UNF regulations. The individual must also assure that NCAA, Conference and UNF regulations are followed to the best of their knowledge and any violations thereof are reported to UNF Athletic Compliance.

Equal Opportunity

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.

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