Intermittent Naturalist at City of Richfield, MN, MN
City of Richfield, MN, MN · Richfield, United States Of America · Onsite
- Junior
- Office in Richfield
About the Department
Under the guidance of a head Naturalist, conducts high quality environmental education activities and interpretive naturalist programs with groups of all ages and types of people, with a focus on K-5 age group.
HOURS
Hours will vary. On call as needed Monday - Saturdays from 8:30 - 5:00 or Sundays from 12:00 - 5:00
Position Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Conducts weekend birthday parties, scout programs and occasional off-site programs.
- Assists staff with administrative duties including group scheduling, purchasing, telephones, etc.
- Answers inquiries from the public about wildlife identification, habits, nuisance problems, etc.
- Assists in the training and supervision of volunteers.
- Assists in building and grounds maintenance as needed.
- Coordinates efforts to ensure Richfield is an equitable, inclusive, and respectful organization and supports the City’s mission, vision, and core values.
COMPETENCIES
- Demonstrates knowledge and identification of flora and fauna prevalent in this area and its relevance to Wood Lake.
- Demonstrates knowledge of ecological concepts including succession, predation, population dynamics, etc. and ability to identify their occurrence at Wood Lake.
- Demonstrates ability to work as a team with staff in a dynamic nature center environment.
- Demonstrates ability to communicate with the public in a friendly and professional manner.
- Demonstrates ability to work both independently and cooperatively with staff, interns and volunteers.
- Demonstrates ability to conduct a wide variety of classes in an outdoor setting.
- Demonstrates ability to work scheduled shifts, to arrive on time ready to work.
- Demonstrates ability to understand and respect the diversity of customers and co-workers, effectively communicating with individuals whose first language may be one other than English.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- A degree in biology, wildlife management, environmental studies, elementary education, environmental education or other field relevant to natural history interpretation.
- Experience in planning and teaching school aged children of various ages.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong familiarity with Wood Lake, its programs and policies. An ability to conduct programs in a manner consistent with its philosophy.
Other Qualifications
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Essential functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for moderate physical activity such as standing, walking, kneeling, sitting, crouching, twisting, pushing, pulling, bending, stopping, squatting and lifting materials and supplies ranging from 20-60 lbs.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL/EQUITABLE OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/MFD
The City of Richfield is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee, job applicant, or contractor on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, marital status, genetics, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, familial status, or membership on a local human rights commission.
This statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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