Naturalist Summer Seasonal
Naturalist Summer Seasonal
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Job Description
Basic Function
Ramsey County is hiring multiple Naturalists for the summer!
The summer naturalist role focuses on educational programs centered around natural history and outdoor recreation for campers ages 3 years old to 13 years old.
Duties and Responsibilities
Design implement and instruct environmental education programs including outdoor recreation and interpretation of cultural and natural history for participants between ages 313 in Tamarack Nature Centers summer day camp program. Summer naturalists will work in a team setting with assistant naturalists and youth volunteers. Activities will include daily contact with guardians and supervision of small and large group activities. 7585 of time is spent outdoors which may include canoeing and hiking. Participation in training and orientation week is required. Perform related duties as assigned.
Season and Time Commitment
Available to work scheduled weekdays from June 13th August 15th.
Work hours can vary. Mainly MTh from 8am5pm and F from 8am4pm.
4045hrs/week.
Off on June 19th in observance of Juneteenth.
Off on July 4th in observance of Independence Day.
Required Dates
Training: June 13th 17th 18th & 20th from 8:00am4:00pm.
Safety Training: June 16th from 8:00am4:30pm (if you need First Aid/CPR certification) or 8:00am12:00pm (if you already have First Aid/CPR certification).
JAN BBQ: Thursday August 7th from 4:007:30pm.
Wrap Up Day: Friday August 15th 8:00am4:00pm.
Please submit your cover letter and resume
Examples of Work Performed
- Develop create prepare implement conduct evaluate and remediate summer camp programs for ages 3 13 years old using education strategies and techniques.
- Preparation and cleanup after each camp and prep day.
- Lead mentor and guide other summer naturalists camp support staff senior assistant and junior assistant naturalist volunteers in preparing and conducting environmental education and recreation for day camps.
- Assist and collaborate with other staff and volunteers when they lead specialized programming.
- Assist in maintaining the Tamarack Nature Centers collections and its inventory of program teaching supplies and recreation equipment.
- Participate in regular staff meetings and trainings in the development of the summer day camp planning.
(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the positions management approved work schedule is required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1 2 3 4 5 6.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Two years of postsecondary education concentrating in Biology Ecology Environmental Science Science Education or a closely related field.
Experience: One year 2080 hours) of experience developing or conducting environmental education and interpretive programs for the general public schools and/or youth groups working with schoolage children or performing other similar duties.
Substitutions: Equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Other: Must be 18 years of age or older.
Preferred:
Bachelors Degree in Biology Ecology Environmental Science Science Education or a closely related field.
Ability to teach with amphibians and reptiles.
Exam/Screening Process Information
This is a temporary atwill position. This position requires an open screening and selection process. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be forwarded tothehiringdepartment for further considerationonanongoingbasisuntilall positions have been filled.
Definition of Unclassified from the Ramsey County Personnel Act:
Subdivision 1. General. The appointing authority may discharge employees in the unclassified service with or without cause. Employees in the unclassified service have no right to a grievance appeal from discharge or other disciplinary action under sections 383A.281 to 383A.301. An employee in an unclassified position shall not have tenure but shall be entitled to all benefits associated with tenure such as vacation leave sick leave health insurance and other benefits as determined by the county board.
Criminal Background Checks:
All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment or removed from employment.
EVerify Participation:
Ramsey County participates in the federal EVerify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees Form I9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you including terminating your employment. Employers may not use EVerify to prescreen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I9.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Ramsey County provides equal access to employment programs and services without regard to race color creed religion age sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification) disability familial or marital status sexual orientation or gender identity public assistance status place of residence political affiliation or national origin.
Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives being equitable inclusive transparent respectful and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes and outcomes for all are improved.
It is preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply online you can print a paper application for this posting by clickingPaper Application(Download PDF reader). To apply with a paper application you will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.
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Employment Type
Temp
