Environmental and Interpretive Programmer

DUTIES: Under the general supervision of the Chief Naturalist, the Environmental and Interpretive Programmer is responsible for:

• Design and deliver environmental education, historical interpretation, and team building programs for participants of all ages.
• Implement nature-based activities for the afterschool program.
• Assist with facility coverage during public hours, special events, and rentals.
• Work with livestock and education animals during programming and provide them with daily care.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Take bookings for programs, field trips, and rentals. Take registrations for classes and camp.
• Handle cash in a retail setting.
• Assist with Ancient Oaks Day Camp as needed.
• Assist with routine facility maintenance.
• Prepare museum displays and assist with publications.
• All other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, education, history, biology, or related field is preferred. Experience may be substituted for educational requirements.

Experience: Experience in working with animals.Experience working harmoniously with people of all ages and backgrounds. 

Knowledge and Ability:

• Cash handling/customer service experience.
• A strong interest in, and willingness to learn about, local natural history and human history, as well as informal interpretation/teaching methods.
• Ability to use common computer systems, such as Microsoft Office, the ability to learn RecTrac system.
• Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, to follow safety procedures, and be equitable to both internal and external customers.

The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.