Seasonal Naturalist

Seeking a dynamic seasonal naturalist to work at Hog Island Audubon Camp in mid-coast Maine. Housing and food is provided. Starting mid-May and ending in late-September, dates are flexible. Work with world renowned ornithologists, authors and bird guides each week to provide programming to students of all ages.  Many of our programs are for adults only.

Essential Functions

• Lead day trips, boat trips, and workshops for Hog Island Audubon Camp. This includes overseeing use of the Queen Mary Lab, loading gear and field equipment, driving camp vehicles, and helping set up off-site lunches. Candidate must be able to lead natural history hikes including interpretation, assist participants with locating birds, and provide customer service throughout the week.
• Oversee eBird and iNaturalist accounts each week at camp, and compile any scientific data collected during camp activities.
• Ability to setup and oversee AV equipment including setting up for night lectures and workshops.
• Maintain and oversee the Queen Mary Lab, including maintenance of the touch tank and other teaching resources.
• Help maintain the safety and wellbeing of all camp participants and coworkers.
• Ability to work long, flexible hours when needed, including weekends and evenings.
• Complete directed data collection project over the term of employment.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in natural sciences, education, or related field. Equivalent experience in these fields will be considered in combination with some education.
• Experience developing and leading outdoor activities, working with all ages.
• Strong group management skills; ability to guide a group of up to 25 campers.
• Love of outdoor exploration and questioning; ability to model curiosity and wonder about the natural world.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work outdoors, in all weather conditions and on varying terrain, and occasionally carry field equipment, with or without accommodation. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, lift up to 30lbs repeatedly throughout the day and walk over 2 miles at a time.
• Must have a valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Must be available to work May 15 to October 1, 2022.
• Willingness to wear masks when working within groups / teams or interfacing with the public.  * Please see  Audubon's Covid policy below.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge, and the ability to pass on that knowledge, of the natural history of Maine and seabird conservation is preferred.
• Experience or willingness to learn the use of rowboats and outboard motor boats.
• Knowledge of core routines of nature connection (e.g., journaling, mapping, bird language, etc).
• Research experience and use of scientific concepts.
• Bird banding experience or certificate.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.

As there is no regular boat transportation service to and from Hog Island and the mainland, our Seasonal Naturalist is required to live in housing on Hog Island in order to perform the functions of this position. Audubon will provide the Naturalist with a private room with shared bath. Meals are provided on Hog Island when the kitchen is in operation. The work schedule is 40 hours per week, and the day revolves around camp programming on a six-day/ five-night program schedule that includes early morning bird walks, day trips and evening lectures. Occasional weekend work is required. Some weeks will not include a full schedule and full hours may not be expected all weeks.

How to apply:

Apply online at https://careers-audubon.icims.com/jobs/4899/seasonal-naturalist/job