Nature Center Host

Position details: Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation is seeking an interpretive host to facilitate guest experiences at the Quest Nature Center facility in Huntersville. This position will be responsible for customer service and interpretive engagement on weekends. This is a part-time permanent position with up to 19 hours per week. Hourly pay starting at $20. Work includes weekends and some evenings.

 Responsibilities: 

• Greet and provide orientation/information for visitors to the nature preserve.
• Engage with visitors through educational programming.
• Assist with nature center duties including facility rentals and programs as needed.

Qualifications: 

• Enrollment in, or completion of a bachelor’s degree in relevant field (environment, education, or recreation)

OR

• Two years relevant work experience in a customer-focused educational or environmental field

The ideal candidate:

• Self-motivated and passionate about parks, recreation, and nature
• Willing to learn and take chances
• Some experience with visitor services, interpretation, and/or outdoor education
• Certified Interpretive Host

People with non-traditional backgrounds and those with diverse identities or abilities are encouraged to apply. 

To request a full description, or to apply email:
Anjoli.Reynolds@mecknc.gov  Accepting applications through March 20, 2024.

Mecklenburg County conditions of employment:

• All employment offers are contingent upon verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States, as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and upon successful completion of our pre-employment requirements, including (but not limited to):
  • Drug testing
  • Background checks
  • Reference checks 
  • Verification of employment
  • Verification of education