What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outdoor Educator - Glenwood Gardens position at Great Parks of Hamilton County?
Join our education team as an Outdoor Education Interpreter I at Highfield Discovery Garden. Great Parks is seeking a qualified professional to create and lead outdoor programming for kids of all ages.
At Great Parks, our team members work together to preserve and protect natural resources and to provide outdoor recreation and education in order to enhance the quality of life for present and future generations. Be a part of an inclusive organization that enriches the region by inspiring nature-based experiences, celebrating cultural heritage and building strong and healthy communities through our dedicated staff, volunteers and friends.
This position will support programming efforts at Glenwood Gardens Highfield Discovery Garden, Farbach -Werner, and Winton Woods. A successful Outdoor Education Interpreter I provides strong communication skills, quick thinking on their feet and engages children and adults alike through hands on activities and engaging programming. This position is scheduled based on programming needs and hours may fluctuate throughout the year. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required. The ideal candidate will have experience and comfort delivering cultural and natural history programs.
Responsibilities:
- Presents inclusive interpretive programs focused on local natural/cultural history, environmental topics and sustainability to diverse groups and individuals.
- Engages in learning to enhance knowledge of interpretive techniques, learning styles, program planning, local flora and fauna, animal care, etc.
- Works with live animals during presentations; gives demonstrations; uses various forms of technology to enhance programming; distributes written materials; leads hikes; provides care of program and display animals.
- Assists in maintaining required records and reports to measure programming effectiveness. Originates emails, correspondence, charts, and other documents as required.
- Represents Great Parks in a positive manner; provides general park information and answers inquiries as needed; collects and deposits program fees.
- Monitors the safety of trails and interpretive areas; promptly reports problems.
- Works and communicates effectively with other departments, leadership, volunteers and peers; attends and participates in meetings; completes required training.
- Provides assistance with special events and other tasks assigned by the Regional Education Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS
- An appropriate combination of education, training, course work and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of an acceptable qualification is:
- Prior experience working with children, public speaking, and knowledge in natural/cultural history.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.
LICENSE & CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License meeting GPHC current carrier guidelines.
Benefits include membership in Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and free or discounted use of many Great Parks’ recreational activities.
Great Parks is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or any other classification protected under applicable law.
