Organization
Job Posted
January 31, 2025
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Remote
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Website
Contact Name
Tualatin Hills Nature Center
Contact Phone
Deadline to Apply
Location
United States
Summary
Essential Job Functions
Environmental Education Instructor is responsible for planning, preparing, instructing, and/or leading general and/or specialized activities for nature program participants. Activities include but are not limited to leading group games, nature activities, arts & crafts, and guided group hikes.
Pay Rate Range: $18.22 - $19.93
Environmental Education Director is responsible for the development and implementation of assigned nature programs. Incumbents in this job classification work independently, within established guidelines, to develop, coordinate, supervise, and instruct the day-to-day activities of assigned nature program areas and provide lead direction to assigned part-time staff and volunteers.
Pay Rate Range: $20.51 -$23.08
For more information regarding job duties and qualifications please review the hyperlinked job description.
Qualifications
The fine print: you must be sixteen years old to apply; you must love working with kids; and you must be able to work outside, rain or shine.
We are hiring for spring and summer positions. Positions available to start from mid-March through early June. Spring hours are variable and based on programs. Summer hours are typically Monday – Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, and will be scheduled between the weeks of June 10 through August 30. We are hiring for both year-round and seasonal positions. Part-time employees are scheduled variable hours and may work less than 1,560 hours per year. Seasonal employees may be scheduled 40 hours per week for a maximum duration of 6 months. Staff may be given the opportunity to work multiple positions within the same classification.
Licenses, Certificates, and Other Requirements
- Current First Aid and CPR/First Aid and CPR/AED certifications for infants, children, and adults.
- Bilingual skills preferred
- Must be 18 years of age or older, if driving.
- May be required to maintain a valid Oregon Driver's License and good driving record.
Application Review: Our hiring team will review applications as they are received, assessing suitability for the role. If you meet our criteria, we will contact you directly to discuss next steps. This posting will remain open until all positions are filled.
THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@thprd.org.
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Compensation Information
Pay Rate Range: $18.22 - $23.08 (Part-time Variable or Seasonal)
What We Offer You
Enjoy comprehensive benefits as a part-time employee, including access to a confidential Employee Assistant Program, complimentary drop-in visits to THPRD recreation facilities, discounts on various class offerings and more! THPRD is committed to providing flexible part-time employment options tailored to your individual needs. To discover more about the available classifications, and detailed benefits, please visit Part-Time Classifications (Download PDF reader), or explore the information and links provided below:
Benefits Guide
Available to all classifications:
Great Place to Work
- THPRD is a certified Great Place to Work as of June 2024!
- THPRD offers opportunities to participate in Employee Resource Groups, including employee-led affinity groups, a Transformation & Allyship Group, or the district’s Welcoming & Inclusive Committee. These groups each support equity and justice-based work within the district. Participation is included as regular paid time for part-time or full-time employees. To learn more, visit THPRD’s Employee Resource Group webpage.
- Bilingual employees who utilize their language skills in the workplace up to 10% of the time, can earn an additional 3% pay incentive
- Employee appreciation events, employee recognition programs and more!
Health & Wellness
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which includes, legal consultations and mediation, wellness and gym discounts, up to six (6) free counseling sessions, per counseling issue, life and career coaching, home ownership and housing support program and much more! All members of the employee’s household are covered and may use EAP services.
- An Employee Wellness Program (EWP), allowing free drop-in access to all THPRD recreation facilities for you and your household
- Employees and their household can register for camps and classes during in-district registration and receive a 20% discount
Leave
- Paid Time Off - Paid leave type for part-time variable and part-time benefits (PTB) eligible employees. Paid Time Off (PTO), will accrue at a rate of one (1) hour earned for every 30 hours worked. This is in addition to Sick leave and may be scheduled by employees for any reason! (available to PT and PTB only)
- The ability to earn and utilize up to forty (40) hours of paid sick leave per year
- Family Medical Leave eligibility for qualified family and medical related reasons
- Paid compassionate leave is available to all part-time employees to grieve the loss of an immediate family member, to make arrangements (if necessary), and to attend memorial services. Employees are eligible for paid compassionate leave for up to the hours scheduled in their average work week.
Retirement
- Available savings for retirement through a 457(b)-deferred compensation plan by contributing pre-tax dollars from your paycheck
Local Government
- An opportunity to make a difference within your community through public service
- A variety of opportunities within local government that support your professional development and evolving interests! Opportunities to apply for internal positions, explore a variety of park and recreation careers, and gain meaningful experience.
- THPRD is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. For eligibility requirements and information, please visit the PSLF website
Community Partnerships
- Seasonal discounts to community partners such as Nike, Adidas, and Columbia Sportswear