Description
This position is responsible for leading environmental education events and classes for the Natural Lands Program. The position will also serve as the facility attendant and maintain the live animals and displays in the Ed and Imogene Yarborough Nature Center, as well as assist with administrative duties for the Natural Lands Program.
**Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description.
**Additional compensation based on licensure.
Essential Functions
Note: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Educational Programs – Lead environmental education programs at the Nature Center, schools and various sites around Seminole County, including acting as “Eco Camp” director for winter, spring, and summer breaks.
Community Events – Represent Natural Lands at school STEM nights, public meetings, and other community events.
Animal Care - Animal care involves maintaining animal enclosures, vivariums and aquariums, sanitizing, handling, enrichment, and feedings. Animals in the collection include mostly native snakes (non-venomous), frogs, toads, fish, juvenile alligators, turtles, etc. (no birds or mammals). Maintain records and permitting for live animals and displays.
General Maintenance – Assist in the regular maintenance of the EIYNC, including setting up for events, requesting work orders, and some general cleaning.
Facility Attendant - Serve as facility attendant/docent for visitors touring the EIYNC. Cultivate friendly and helpful interactions with the public.
Administrative – Answer questions via email and phone call related to the Natural Lands Program, manage program registrations and refunds, maintain and update program databases, work with Graphics team to create flyers, brochures and digital resources for outreach events and programs, organize files and gather data for reports, assist in managing social media and website updates.
Program Development – Assist in program development of adult and youth environmental education curriculum for field trips, in-school lessons, hikes and other programs.
Research – Research ongoing improvements to the EIYNC displays and expanded public program offerings.
Additional Duties:
Performs additional duties as required.
In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.
Minimum Qualifications
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Completion of an associate degree in education or natural sciences related field and 2 years’ experience required, with six (6) months of education and/or childcare experience.
*Preference will be given to those with a bachelor’s degree as well as experience educating youth and adult students in traditional and informal settings.
Additional Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of local ecosystems, flora, and fauna
Ability to work independently
Experience with Microsoft Office products
All employees must attend Seminole County Required Core Trainings.
Department Specific training per position may be required.