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Organization
El Paso County Nature Centers
Job Posted
January 21, 2023
Job Category
Job Type
Job Duration
Job Compensation Type
Remote
No
Website
Contact Name
Mary Jo Lewis
Contact Email
maryjolewis@elpasoco.com
Contact Phone
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
United States
United States
This full-time seasonal position assists a great team in organizing and conducting nature day camps to promote understanding, appreciation and protection of natural areas. Position also includes visitor services. Work with our team to connect people to their natural and cultural resources and inspire stewardship!
Summary
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This position is located at Fountain Creek or Bear Creek Nature Center.
Assists in organizing and conducting nature day camps to promote understanding, appreciation and protection of natural areas.
Approximate duration of May - August
Hourly rate to be commensurate with qualifications
The average workday hours are Monday - Friday or Tuesday - Saturday, 8:00am – 4:30pm, subject to change. Some evening hours are required. Under FLSA guidelines, this position is non-exempt.
- Essential Duties/Responsibilities
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- Prepares for and leads daily craft and environmental education projects in nature day camps.
- Assists with staff or volunteer-led interpretive programs and presentations, to include hikes and other outdoor/indoor activities.
- Provides public information and roving interpretive services; greets visitors and receives incoming calls, orients the public to regional parks/trails and provides natural and/or cultural history information.
- Supervises group activities; ensures children are accounted for at all times.
- Sets clear expectations and ensures safety of all program participants.
- Assists with various special projects/events on the behalf of the Recreation & Cultural Services Division as needed.
- Sets up and maintains cleanliness of facilities.
- Performs other duties as required.
Compensation Information
$15.00 - $17.00 Hourly
Hourly rate to be commensurate with qualifications