This position will offer opportunities to observe and participate in nature interpretation, environmental education and outdoor public programming. Naturalists may assume assigned tasks of increased responsibility. The position will start May 15, 2023 and will end approximately August 18, 2023. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Environmental Education Coordinator and Naturalist.

Hours will average 40 hours per week and may include weekends, evenings, and holidays.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assists staff with organizing and conducting outdoor recreation and environmental education programs.
• Develops and facilitates nature camps (primarily for 4-13 year olds)
• Designs displays for the conservation center.
• Plans and leads indoor educational programs and outdoor classes for a variety of demographics as assigned.
• Maintains working relationships with other employees, volunteers, and the public.
• Attends mandatory safety training and staff meetings.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and possess a current, valid driver's license. Applicants must also have the ability to obtain a Class D chauffeurs license within two weeks of start date. Education and/or experience in nature interpretation and environmental education is preferred; knowledge of natural resources and basic teaching skills is recommended.

Employees will undergo post-offer, pre-employment background checks and drug screening.

Mandatory safety training is scheduled for Monday, May 15, 2023.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
General knowledge of teaching methods and techniques; general knowledge of the techniques and methods used to instruct and educate students; general knowledge of the principles, methods and practices of environmental science; general knowledge of flora and fauna and associated management practices; some knowledge of proper methods of caring for animals; ability to operate standard office equipment and related hardware and software; ability to maintain related records, reports and files; ability to prepare technical reports; ability to communicate ideas effectively both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community officials, associates, volunteers, program participants and the general public.

Additional Information:
A cover letter and resume must accompany the online application.

E-VERIFY PROCESS:
Story County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered a position with Story County must complete Section 1 of Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity. Please be prepared to provide required documents on the first day of employment. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 515-382-7200 or go to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at: http://www.uscis.gov.

This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work frequently standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires walking, sitting, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, tasting or smelling, pushing or pulling and lifting; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work frequently requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

This classification is not eligible for benefits.