Grassy Waters Naturalist

Under limited supervision, plan, develop, and conduct programs to inform public of historical, natural, and scientific features of Grassy Waters Preserves; and performs other related duties and special projects as assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Which are not in any hierarchical order)

1. Leads or arranges for delivery of nature-based educational programs in the field, both onsite and offsite, to children and adults.

2. Provide supervision of students at all times during the duration of programs.

3. Assist Program Coordinators with design and development of new Environmental Education Programs for schools and interpretive programs for diverse audiences.

4. Assists in development of interpretive materials, signage, exhibits and brochures.

5. Leads field-based volunteer and community service projects including restoration plantings, and exotic removal.

6. Assists in promoting educational programs, through press releases, e-flyers, program calendars, social media and other relevant marketing materials.

7. Engages volunteers including development and facilitating training in the field and Nature Center.

8. Responsible for staffing Nature Center, greeting visitors and performing interpretation.

9. Responsible for assisting in maintain facility including performing routine safety inspections.

10. Conduct routine property maintenance tasks to ensure safety.

11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Biological or Environmental Conservation, Natural Sciences or related field and one (1) year of experience in environmental education or related field is required, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Must possess the following certifications: First Aid, CPR/AED; ACA L1: Canoe Instructor Certification; and ACA L1: Kayaking Instructor Certification or have the ability to obtain within one (1) year from date of employment.

A valid Florida driver’s license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver’s license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver’s license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.

Education Requirements: To be considered valid (or verified) for position qualification purposes, and consistent with City Hiring Policy 4-5, a High School, GED or equivalent diploma, and all higher education degrees or certifications must have been issued by: 

a)    a public education institution in the State of Florida or any State or Territory of the United States; or

b)    an institution accredited by an accrediting organization that is recognized by the Florida Department of Education or the U.S. Department of Education; or

c)    an institution that is accredited by an organization that is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); or

d)    an institution whose degree or certification is accepted by institutions identified in either a), b), or c), above, for the purpose of admission to institutions identified in either a), b), or c) above.

International degrees will be evaluated to determine if they satisfy qualification requirements.