Naturalist Aide Intermittent - Geneva State Park
Naturalist Aide Intermittent - Geneva State Park
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Job Description
1 course or 3 mos. exp. in biology; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in botany; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in zoology; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in outdoor safety practices; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations.
Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.
Job Skills: Natural Resources
The State of Ohio is a drugfree workplace which prohibits the use of (recreational /nonmedical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio DrugFree Workplace Policy (HR39 and as outlined in the posting.
What we need:
We are seeking energetic passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Naturalist Aide within theDivision Parks & Watercraft assigned toAshtabula county. The address for this position is 4499 Padanarum Road Geneva OH 44041.
To learn more about the Geneva State Park please visit Geneva State Park.
What you will do
Research develop & plan interpretive & recreational programs
Assist groups clubs & schools with park projects
- Plan & coordinate special events (e.g. workshops community festivals)
Assist with maintaining trails nature center & park office
Perform public relations & marketing activities
- Hourly pay of $20.28/hr.
Duration...
- Limited to 1000 hours in a fiscal year
This Intermittent Position...
- Is a maximum duration 1000 hour intermittent (unclassified) position for the Division of Park & Watercraft
- Will remain at step 1 of the pay range
- Is not eligible for benefits (e.g. vision dental life health insurance holiday pay leave accruals vacation personal sick any other paid leave shift differential pay supplements etc.
- Serves in the unclassified service pursuant to ORC 124.11 (A)29 and as such serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority
Official Position Description:
Under general supervision researches develops and plans interpretive & recreational programs (e.g. nature walks night hikes & presentations for general public/special interest groups tours) about Ohios natural historical & cultural heritage; answers questions for public as related to interpretive programs & nature/visitor center; interprets park regulations & takes proper safety precautions to lead youths & adults on excursions into park; plans & coordinates special events (e.g. workshops fall campouts); assists scout groups schools & clubs with park projects (e.g. trail development habitat improvement projects); teaches fishing archery & paddling classes (e.g. canoeing kayaking standup paddleboard) according to approved division curriculum & with attention to laws & proper safety precautions; assists with the development & maintenance of displays & exhibits; assists with organizing & preparing brochures interpretive park signs & promotional publications; assists with volunteers related to educational programs; provides background information for purchases of equipment & material & assists with educationrelated inventory; tracks attendance for grant purposes.
May be responsible for daily care of live animals used in programs (e.g. feed animals keeps cages & equipment clean & in working order); complies with state & federal housing & care requirements; provides for the health & safety of animals; consults with veterinarian when necessary; ensures park compliance with Division of Wildlife permits; notifies supervisor of issues.
Performs public relations/marketing activities & assists with statewide events exhibits & shows (e.g. boat shows state fair trade shows); responds to inquiries about programs; makes media appearances promoting state parks & park activities; participates in events statewide (e.g. festivals & state fair); assists in the development of outreach materials; works with division program manager on statewide programming initiatives including but not limited to educational videos and live webinars for public use.
Assists in maintaining trails (e.g. picks up litter removes fallen debris reports hazards); maintains nature center office space (e.g. empties trash vacuums); maintains equipment used in programming (e.g. makes minor repairs such as filters light bulbs).
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT: Annual seasonal naturalist training session.
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Works outside exposed to weather venomous reptiles or infectious animal bites & scratches; must be able to provide own transportation.
Application Requirements:
Please ensure your online application clearly indicates how you meet minimum qualifications (MQs). Transcripts are required for all coursework degrees or educational accomplishments claimed on the application. Applicants must submit a transcript (can be unofficial until point of selection) by the posting deadline attach in the Additional Attachments section of the application submission Step 6. Should you have issues attaching please email to: . See resume is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education sections of the application. Applications that fail to demonstrate how they meet minimum qualifications will not be considered.
To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Mohammad Yakubu EEO Regional/Program Administrator ator .
Effective July 1 2015 applicants must apply online for positions at all state agencies except the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD).
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
STATUS OF POSTED POSITIONS: Applicants can view the status of this position by logging into their user profile on the Ohio Hiring Management System OHMS Home page at the following link careers.ohio and selecting My Profile.
NOTES:
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At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible fulltime and parttime employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
- Public Retirement Systems such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS&Optional Deferred Compensation Ohio Deferred Compensation
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Who we are:
Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks manages over 750000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water Thats just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!
Across our 12 divisions and support services we employ office staff law enforcement officers geologists biologists engineers attorneys communicators managers and so much more. Whatever your passion we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!
Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks nature preserves wildlife areas and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.
Employment Type
Part-Time
