Interpretive Naturalist

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Partial List of Essential Job Duties: Develops lesson plans, curricula, and related educational materials for use in educating the public about nature, conservation, and the environment; coordinates and schedules programs and activities; maintains records of groups served; educates teachers and other educators; serves as a nature center docent and receptionist; writes program goals and objectives; develops printed materials, online media presence, and educational displays including articles, news releases, pamphlets, brochures, handouts, videos, A-V programs, interpretive displays/exhibits, signs, self-guided trails, websites, and social media; represents the Conservation Board with good public relations, and plans and implements fund-raising activities; stays current in fields related to nature, environment, and education; assists in caring for live animals in exhibits, implementing habitat management, and general maintenance, as schedule permits or as assigned by the Executive Director.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  Successful applicant must demonstrate abilities to effectively use creativity, enthusiasm for the natural world and human environment, good judgment,initiative, flexibility, poise, and sense of humor to further the goals of the Environmental Education Program.?  Download the full job description for a list of other required abilities, skills, and knowledge.

Applicant must possess a valid State of Iowa Chauffer’s or CDL Driver’s license and be insurable under the County’s liability coverage, and must pass a pre-employment physical and background checks conducted by local, state, or national files and as required by child and dependent abuse.