Part time Interpretive Naturalist

Researches, plans, promotes, schedules, and conducts programs on natural and cultural resources and recreational opportunities throughout the Metro Parks. Types of programs conducted include formal presentations, mobile programs, school groups, scout groups, outreach and off-site events; for a variety of audiences and age groups, and in indoor and outdoor settings.
• Evaluates programs and services for quality and effectiveness.
• Stays current and maintains knowledge of natural, environmental, and historical subjects, including the status and location of biological, cultural, and recreational resources in the Metro Parks.
• Assists in the operation of the Metro Park’s visitor centers. Answers Naturalist On Duty desk phones, greets visitors, answers questions, shares information and provides assistance as necessary; ensures Naturalist On Duty desk and exhibits are kept neat and orderly at all times.
• Positively represents the park district to the public, volunteers, partners and vendors.
• Collaborates with other staff, volunteers and partners.
• Writes text for park brochures and other publications of the park district.
• Participates in the safety and risk management programs of the Park District.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Education & Recreation Manager and Assistant Education & Recreation Manager.
• Flexible work hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays, as required.
• Comply with all safety and risk management programs for the Park District.
• Develop and maintain procedural manuals for job position.
• Commitment to park district’s mission and values.

Apply with email of letter of interest and resume in PDF or WORD format to employment@summitmetroparks.org 

https://www.summitmetroparks.org/employment.aspx