What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Naturalist - Carlisle Visitor Center position at Lorain County Metropolitan Park District?
Description
The position of Senior Naturalist requires practical and supervisory work experience with the development, implementation, and evaluation of a diverse variety of educational and recreational programs related to the natural and cultural history of Lorain County. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Natural Resources, Biology, Environmental Studies, or a related field. Five or more years experience in the above fields or equivalent necessary.
INTERNAL POSTING DATES: Monday, Jan. 27 through Tuesday, February 4, 2025
PAY RATE: $37,000 to $72,000, commensurate with experience
Requirements
The Senior Naturalist requires experience in developing, assigning, adjusting, requesting, implementing, and evaluating an assigned budget. The position requires experience in the scheduling, supervising, assigning, hiring, training, and evaluation of full-time, part-time, seasonal, and volunteer staff. Practical and supervisory experience is also necessary for developing and fabricating temporary and permanent displays and exhibits; as is knowledge and experience with captive wild animal care – including, but not limited to, local amphibians, reptiles, and birds – with emphasis on care, handling, and programming of raptors.
Facility set-up and maintenance duties are also required. The position additionally requires outstanding oral and written communication skills and courteous and professional ability in working with large and diverse groups of people. Experience assisting with public inquiries is a must. The position also performs related duties as apparent and assigned.
Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license. New employees must satisfactorily complete a background check. Lorain County Metropolitan Park District policy prohibits hiring new employees who are tobacco users.
Salary : $37,000 - $72,000
