The Regional Conservation and Outreach Fellow will join the Zoo’s conservation team and assist with conservation, outreach, and land management, primarily within the Zoo’s 2,000 acres of natural areas, but also other offsite community locations. This position reports directly to the Associate Curator of Regional Conservation and is part of the Zoo’s Conservation, Education, and Science (CES) team.

Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Provide environmental education programs in the Zoo’s natural areas, such as guided nature hikes, canoe trips, and community science events.

• Participate in community science projects and develop opportunities for public involvement in them.

• Assist with sustainability programs and events, such as litter cleanups, tree planting, pollinator garden planting, and composting.

• Work with the Zoo’s trail crew to maintain 10 miles of hiking trails and build new trails. • Assist with conservation and research projects, such as wildlife surveys, amphibian headstarting, and habitat restoration activities.

• Assist with designing and delivering environmental education programs for our after-school partners.

• Assist with reaching virtual audiences with our conservation, climate, and STEM education programs across the state through our digital platforms (e.g., Facebook Group, YouTube, and Instagram) and live virtual programs.

• Build experience collaborating with historically underserved communities and diverse audiences by co-designing and delivering inclusive environmental education programs, and by evaluating community needs and program effectiveness.

• Engage in education evaluations of programs, learn new methods of collecting, analyzing and sharing data.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong communication, decision making, and organizational skills with ability to work effectively in a team setting and independently

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to take initiative, adapt to changing needs, and work with minimal supervision

• Ability to manage multiple projects and successfully complete tasks in a timely manner • Ability to build respectful, collaborative relationships with individuals from a wide range of

cultural, social, and professional backgrounds

• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook • Ability to work outdoors year-round in all types of weather

• Ability to hike at least three miles on uneven terrain and slopes

• Ability to use hand tools for trail work and lift 25 pounds

• Valid driver’s license or ability to get one within 30 days

• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends, as needed

Compensation Information

The stipend is the equivalent of $18 an hour and is paid every other week. Free housing is available on request.

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Regional Conservation and Outreach Fellowship