Naturalist intern
Posted
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12/16/2014
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County
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Worth
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Location
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Northwood ,Iowa
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Salary
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$10.00 per hour
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Deadline
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01/15/2015
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Description
Naturalist intern job description:
The following is a list of general duties to be preformed by the Naturalist intern while employed by the Worth County Conservation Board. This list of duties is not complete and shall not impede other duties ordered by the Director or Naturalist or the Board. The Naturalist intern is to perform these duties to the best of his/her abilities without direct supervision and in an expedient and professional manner.
1. Provide a quality environmental education program for the residents of the Worth County regardless of age. Develop, plan and make available to the public educational programs that are presented in a safe and professional manner.
2. Will write a news letter to provide the public with information on current events and issues dealt with by the Board and to be published by methods approved by the Board or Director.
3. Use the media and social media to promote the environmental education program at every opportunity and keep the public involved in the program.
4. Plan for and acquire additional training in the environmental education field. As the program grows the person in charge must also grow both educationally and professionally.
5. Equipment is to be maintained in good working order and stored in a manner to protect it. All equipment will be cleaned and cared for before storage. If an item of value ( $100 or more) is damaged, a report is to be given to the Director as soon as possible describing the damage and how it occurred. All equipment should have a designated storage area and be kept in that area when not in use (not left lying in the shop or office.) Borrowed equipment should be returned promptly and in the same condition or better than when borrowed.
6. At all times the image of the Board (the Naturalist Intern must be aware he/she is the most visible representative of the Board and represents the Board by his/her actions) and the safety of the public is to considered when planning and presenting programs.
7. The worth county naturalist intern will be expected to full fill the duties of a naturalist during their employment. Physical demands include standing, sitting, stooping, lifting 50 pounds, climbing ladders, and the ability to wade in water. The intern will need a valid drivers license with a chuffers endorsement and be able to operate motor vehicles including cars, trucks, and boats. Must be able to work outside in normal summer weather conditions of heat and humidity, or winter conditions of cold and snow.
8. Intern will be expected to wear proper personal protective equipment when needed (hearing protection, safety glasses and gloves). Light power tool use may also be required and the intern will be trained for their use when applicable.
Qualifications
Currently in environmental ed program at college or have previous experience.
To Apply
Send email with resume attached to: Dan.Block@worthcounty.org