Naturalist/Volunteer Coordinator

The Naturalist/Volunteer Coordinator is a full time position, providing development and presentation of natural/cultural history and other interpretive programs.  Additional duties include all aspects of the Park's volunteer program.

Naturalist duties:

• Prepares and presents a variety of natural history, cultural history and recreation programs, workshops and events for the general public, school groups and other target audiences.
• Develops exhibits and displays for the nature center, and outdoor interpretive features.
• Accepts and responds to nature inquiries from the public and provides appropriate information.
• Writes program descriptions, newsletter articles and contributes to and assists with editing of GPD newsletter, website features and other information pieces.
• Performs duties associated with nature center operation including visitor reception and information dissemination; program hosting and presentation, facilitating exhibit interaction, and exhibit care.
• Provides small animal care (mainly fish, reptiles, and amphibians).
• Performs appropriate public media contacts.

Volunteer Coordinator duties:

• Conducts volunteer recruitment, interviewing, registration, placement and continuing guidance. Coordinates targeted volunteer programs, trainings, and events.
• Prepares schedules, mailings and arranges volunteer assistance for programs and other park events as needed and requested.
• Maintains records of volunteer service and training hours. Administers volunteer recognition, correspondence, and apparel. 
• Coordinates high school mentorship program and community services projects.
• Represents Geauga Park District in the community, at events, or for purposes of volunteer recruitment.
• Manages Park District promotional products for community requests.

How to apply:

Please apply online at: 

https://www.geaugaparkdistrict.org/about-gpd/careers/