Temporary Park Worker III/Naturalist



Job Details

Temporary Park Worker III/Naturalist
Employer

Nebraska State Government

Salary

$10.22 Hourly

Location

See job description, NE

Job Type

TEMP FULL TIME

Job Number

60008780, 60010000

Department

Game & Parks Commission

Opening Date

05/16/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

Temporary positions in Kearney, NE and near Lake McConaughy in Ogallala, NE.

Examples of Work

ndividuals will plan, coordinate, present and evaluate a wide variety of environmental and historical education and outdoor skills programs to a range of audiences. Will transport materials to the areas where programs are presented. These programs may include: outdoor skills (fishing, etc.), natural history (bird watching, insects, mammals, etc.), cultural history (living history, presentations, etc.), other sciences (amateur astronomy, geology, paleontology), guided hikes, night programs, crafts and others. Assist with special events (such as Outdoor Discovery Program, expos, Anniversary Celebrations, etc...), field trips for area schools/classrooms and customer service activities. Perform related work as required. 

Qualifications / Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:  One year of experience working in a recreational area, scenic attraction or historical setting, or related coursework/training or experience.

PREFERRED: experience or education in the outdoor activities described above plus some teaching experience and/or experience developing educational/interpretive programs.

OTHER:  Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of education principles and practices and the ability to present information to a variety of audiences. Basic knowledge of and strong interest in topics described above. Excellent communication/teaching skills are needed for this position. Applicant must have a willingness to learn about the natural and cultural history of the area parks and environment. Must have a strong desire to share this knowledge with the public through interpretive and educational programming. 

Temporary employees must meet certain eligibility rules to take advantage of health benefits.

Employer
Nebraska State Government
Address
1526 K Street, Suite 100

Lincoln, Nebraska, 68508

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