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Employer:  New Jersey Audubon Society.
Categories:  Education/Training
Travel Required:  None
Job Type:  Contract
Preferred Degree:  Bachelors
Experience Required:  1 year
State/Province:  NJ - New Jersey
City:  Rancocas Nature Center
Salary:  non-disclosed
Job Description: 

The teacher-naturalist has duties primarily in the education branch of the NJ Audubon mission.  This person provides natural science programs to schools, interested groups and the general public. The teacher naturalist, under the direction of the sanctuary director and program director (if applicable), takes part in all aspects of programming and operating a nature center.  The teacher-naturalist takes an active role in promoting New Jersey Audubon as a membership-based conservation organization.

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Educational Programming and Visitor Services

  • Plan, develop, schedule, and conduct natural history programs for schools, special interest groups, nature camps, and the general public
  • Maintain lesson plans, educational materials and all other related programming information
  • Carry out administrative duties as needed including program registration and sending follow-up materials
  • Interact with visitors to the center through answering inquiries about the natural world and NJ Audubon
  • Assist with the design and maintenance of interpretive exhibits and other center-specific materials
  • Assist in the Center Nature Store and its operation as needed
  • Assist in the care, feeding, and well being of our live animals that are presented for educational purposes as needed 

 

Membership

  • Strive to increase NJ Audubon membership base

 

Community Relations 

  • Represent the Society in the local community, expanding NJ Audubon presence to increase local awareness, support and participation.
  • Develop and disseminate appropriate promotional materials related to center programs and events

 

Volunteer Program

  • Assist with the supervision of volunteer staff involved in education or public interface

 

Facilities / Property

  • Help with care and maintenance of the grounds, gardens, and trail system as needed 

 

Other

  • Obtain and maintain certification for First Aid, CPR, and other public safety certification appropriate for the activities at the site
  • Assume additional responsibilities as requested

 

Knowledge/Skills

  • Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to accept direction and constructive criticism
  • Team player
  • Punctual with effective time management skills
  • Excellent oral and written skills required
  • Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office) to fulfill the job requirements
  • Ability to work nights and weekends as required

 

Qualifications

  • B.A. or B.S. in the sciences or education, preferred.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of natural history of NJ
  • Demonstrated experience of teaching in a nature center setting.
  • Valid First Aid and CPR certificate.

 

Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a vehicle in NJ; have the physical capacity to walk throughout the land and buildings of the sanctuary, able to move materials and to lift 50 lbs, and operate mechanical equipment as needed.

 

Starting Date:  June 19, 2012

 

Salary:  Competitive and Commensurate with experience.

 

Application Deadline:  Position will be posted until filled.

 

Qualified individuals may apply by sending resumes with cover letters to:  Susan Buffalino, Rancocas Nature Center,794 Rancocas Road, Mount Holly, NJ 08060 or via email to susan.buffalino@njaudubon.org.

 

New Jersey Audubon Society is an equal opportunity employer.

04/23/2012

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