Naturalist Aide Summer Seasonal
Naturalist Aide Summer Seasonal
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Job Description
Basic Function
- Ramsey County is hiring multiple Naturalist Aides for the summer!There are multiple vacancies available. Were currently recruiting for 2 different types of positions. You can fill out one application and indicate which position you are interested in.
Current hourly wage will be updated as soon as new wage is confirmed.Summer Camp Support
Garden Assistant
Summer Camp Support
This position works in a team setting demonstrating relationship building leadership and flexibility skills as they assist summer naturalists and camp administration. This position involves leading before or after camp care for a small group of campers assisting in activities led by summer naturalists and working alongside children by creating a positive environment for them some of whom may have special needs or need additional assistance during camp. Additional duties include small tasks assigned by administration. Able to work and spend up to 7585 of time outside which may include canoeing and hiking. Participation in training and orientation is required.Season and Time Commitment
Available to work scheduled weekdays from June 13th August 15th.
Work hours can vary MF 7am6pm. Mainly MTh 7am4:30pm or 8:30am5:45pm and F 8am12pm. 40hrs/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.
Garden Assistant
Tamarack Nature Center is looking for passionate hardworking individuals to help support & maintain our garden through sowing seeds planting weeding harvesting and much more. Two parttime positions are available and will assist with summer day camp and other programming garden volunteers and engaging guests. Both are 6month nonbenefited temporary positions.
Required Skills and AbilitiesWorkoutdoorsinphysicallydemandingconditions(heathumidityprecipitation)
Follow/takedirection;completetaskssatisfactorily
Workindependentlyandwithinateamstructure
Performphysicallabor;bendingliftingdiggingetc.
Willingnesstolearngardeningandeducation
Communicatewithsupervisorandgardenleadaboutschedulequestionsandduties
Answer questions and engage with visitors visiting the garden.
Season and Time Commitment
The garden season runs from May through October and applicants are asked to commit to the entire season.
Tuesday 8 12
Wednesday 84:30
Friday 84:30
Please Note:This job posting is being conducted to fill temporary (not to exceed 6 months in length) appointments. The number of hours worked per week and shifts may vary. Applicants chosen for hire from this process will not gain rights or preference for other permanent Ramsey County jobs.This posting will remain open for application until filled. Interviews will be scheduled on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.Please submit a cover letter and resume. Please complete the supplemental questions.
Examples of Work Performed
Summer Camp Support:
- Work with ages 3 years old to 13 years old
- Monitor and interact with campers in before and after care
- Assistsummer camp naturalists in plan camp weeks with summer Naturalists
- Prepare supplies and materials for upcoming camp week
- Lead activities games and projects directed by summer Naturalists
- Contribute to the general operation of facilities by keeping the public areas andwork spacesclean and wellmaintained; set up and take down equipment for camp related activities and events
- Assistant with planning and set up of end of the summer season celebration
- Work on projects on an as need basis
Garden Assistant:- Prepare maintain and nurture the teaching garden
- Plant harvest and process a variety of crops
- prune mulch and water vegetable and flower beds
- Use a pitchfork wheelbarrow lawn mower and other tools to sustain the garden throughout the season
- Contribute to the general operation of facilities by keeping the public areas and workspaces clean and well maintained;
- Prepare supplies and materials for upcoming programs and events.
- Assist with interpretive and environmental education programs for all ages and audiences on garden related topics
- Assist with planting weeding and watering of gardens; remove invasive plant species in natural habitats; assist with minor building repairs and grounds maintenance.
- Other tasks assigned by Gardener
(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 7 8 9.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: High School graduate or equivalent. Education to include coursework equivalent to a yearlong high school class in a natural science (such as biology ecology or environmental science) or in any combination of natural science topics.
Experience: None.
Substitution: Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualification: Interest in biology ecology environmental science science education or similar area.
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
