Outdoor Educator II

Job Description

Job Description

Join our education team as an Outdoor Educator. Great Parks is seeking a qualified professional to create and lead outdoor programming. Though based at Sharon Wood, this position will support programming efforts at Woodland Mound as well.

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.

A successful Interpreter II provides strong communication skills, quick thinking on their feet and engages children and adults alike through hands on activities and engaging programming. This year-round position will average 30 hours per week and will require weekend shifts. The ideal candidate will have experience and comfort delivering cultural and natural history programs.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares and presents inclusive interpretive programs focused on local natural/cultural history, environmental topics and sustainability to diverse groups and individuals.
• Conducts research to develop program topics; communicates factual information in an accurate, educational and entertaining manner utilizing experiential learning techniques wherever possible.
• 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.
• Participate in media interviews as a subject matter expert on outdoor education topics and other topics as needed.
• Develops interpretive themes and content shared through various sources such as print, web and kiosks.
• 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.
• Performs job duties in accordance with Great Parks of Hamilton County’s policies, procedures, and performance expectations.
• Maintains confidentiality of confidential and sensitive information.
• Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and punctual attendance and works outside of normal schedule as required.

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:
• Associate’s Degree in Natural History or related field required with 1 year related experience which evidences a comprehensive knowledge of natural history interpretation.
• 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 OF CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License meeting GPHC current carrier guidelines.

Benefits include membership in Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS). Free/discounted use of some 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.