DAKOTA COUNTY
Employee Relations
Administration Center, 1590 Highway 55
Hastings, MN 55033-2372
651.438.4435
http://www.dakotacounty.us
INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:
Temporary Park Naturalist
An Equal Opportunity Employer
OPEN DATE: 01/28/20
CLOSE DATE: Continuous.
POSITION
TEMP PARK NATURALIST - Job # 92260.20.001
POSTING TYPE: External
DEPARTMENT: Parks
HOURS: Various
PAY RANGE: $13.00 - $17.00 /hour (dependent on qualifications)
LOCATION: Lebanon Hills Visitor Center, Eagan
UNION: None
CLOSE DATE: This posting will remain open until all positions are filled. The initial review of application will occur on Friday, February 14th. Candidates interested in being considered during the first round of interviews are encouraged to apply before that date.
We are currently seeking applicants to fill temporary spring and summer Park Naturalist position(s). The purpose of this position is to provide outstanding customer service for Dakota County Parks, specifically in the areas of environmental and outdoor education and visitor services so that the customer can enjoy and explore the vast Dakota County Park system.
Hours are variable between 25-40 hours per week. It does include some evenings and weekends based on programming needs. The candidate selected for this position must be willing to obtain a fishing license before starting in the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's Degree in education, natural resources, parks and recreation, or closely related field.
OR
• Associate's Degree and 2 years of work experience in the education, natural resources, parks and recreation, or closely related field.
AND
• A valid driver's license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS BEYOND MINIMUM REQUIRED:
• Direct work experience implementing youth or community programs a plus.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions.
1. Provide on-site coordination of outdoor and environmental education programs.
2. Assist with outdoor and environmental education program preparation.
3. Lead education programs including general public, birthday parties, school field trips, and other.
4. Prepare and maintain program equipment and supplies.
5. Prepare flyers, brochures and other marketing tools.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Continuous high level of customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with a variety of audiences.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Experience teaching others, especially youth.
• Experience working with diverse communities.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Proven ability to work well with others.
• Ability to work flexible hours (evenings, weekends, and holidays).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows computer applications.
• Knowledge of natural history and outdoor recreation programming/equipment.
• Willing to learn and perform other duties.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed inside and outside County buildings. The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of walking, standing, crouching, or riding over rough, uneven terrain. There may be intermittent exposure to varied weather conditions on the worksite that occasionally necessitates the use of weather appropriate dress attire, gloves, etc. This position may involve driving a County vehicle and/or a personal vehicle. This position may involve lifting up to 25 pounds.
SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process for this classification will consist of a screening of your training and experience from the application materials submitted.
Dakota County Employee Relations
www.co.dakota.mn.us
Main Number 651.438.4435
(contact 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday) |
Temporary Park Naturalist
Posted: February 1, 2020 by MAEE Administration
Category: Dakota County
Employee Relations
Administration Center, 1590 Highway 55
Hastings, MN 55033-2372
651.438.4435
http://www.dakotacounty.us
INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:
Temporary Park Naturalist
An Equal Opportunity Employer
OPEN DATE: 01/28/20
CLOSE DATE: Continuous.
POSITION
TEMP PARK NATURALIST - Job # 92260.20.001
POSTING TYPE: External
DEPARTMENT: Parks
HOURS: Various
PAY RANGE: $13.00 - $17.00 /hour (dependent on qualifications)
LOCATION: Lebanon Hills Visitor Center, Eagan
UNION: None
CLOSE DATE: This posting will remain open until all positions are filled. The initial review of application will occur on Friday, February 14th. Candidates interested in being considered during the first round of interviews are encouraged to apply before that date.
We are currently seeking applicants to fill temporary spring and summer Park Naturalist position(s). The purpose of this position is to provide outstanding customer service for Dakota County Parks, specifically in the areas of environmental and outdoor education and visitor services so that the customer can enjoy and explore the vast Dakota County Park system.
Hours are variable between 25-40 hours per week. It does include some evenings and weekends based on programming needs. The candidate selected for this position must be willing to obtain a fishing license before starting in the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's Degree in education, natural resources, parks and recreation, or closely related field.
OR
• Associate's Degree and 2 years of work experience in the education, natural resources, parks and recreation, or closely related field.
AND
• A valid driver's license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS BEYOND MINIMUM REQUIRED:
• Direct work experience implementing youth or community programs a plus.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions.
1. Provide on-site coordination of outdoor and environmental education programs.
2. Assist with outdoor and environmental education program preparation.
3. Lead education programs including general public, birthday parties, school field trips, and other.
4. Prepare and maintain program equipment and supplies.
5. Prepare flyers, brochures and other marketing tools.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Continuous high level of customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with a variety of audiences.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Experience teaching others, especially youth.
• Experience working with diverse communities.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Proven ability to work well with others.
• Ability to work flexible hours (evenings, weekends, and holidays).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows computer applications.
• Knowledge of natural history and outdoor recreation programming/equipment.
• Willing to learn and perform other duties.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed inside and outside County buildings. The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of walking, standing, crouching, or riding over rough, uneven terrain. There may be intermittent exposure to varied weather conditions on the worksite that occasionally necessitates the use of weather appropriate dress attire, gloves, etc. This position may involve driving a County vehicle and/or a personal vehicle. This position may involve lifting up to 25 pounds.
SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process for this classification will consist of a screening of your training and experience from the application materials submitted.
Dakota County Employee Relations
www.co.dakota.mn.us
Main Number 651.438.4435
(contact 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday)
Employee Relations
Administration Center, 1590 Highway 55
Hastings, MN 55033-2372
651.438.4435
http://www.dakotacounty.us
INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:
Temporary Park Naturalist
An Equal Opportunity Employer
OPEN DATE: 01/28/20
CLOSE DATE: Continuous.
POSITION
TEMP PARK NATURALIST - Job # 92260.20.001
POSTING TYPE: External
DEPARTMENT: Parks
HOURS: Various
PAY RANGE: $13.00 - $17.00 /hour (dependent on qualifications)
LOCATION: Lebanon Hills Visitor Center, Eagan
UNION: None
CLOSE DATE: This posting will remain open until all positions are filled. The initial review of application will occur on Friday, February 14th. Candidates interested in being considered during the first round of interviews are encouraged to apply before that date.
We are currently seeking applicants to fill temporary spring and summer Park Naturalist position(s). The purpose of this position is to provide outstanding customer service for Dakota County Parks, specifically in the areas of environmental and outdoor education and visitor services so that the customer can enjoy and explore the vast Dakota County Park system.
Hours are variable between 25-40 hours per week. It does include some evenings and weekends based on programming needs. The candidate selected for this position must be willing to obtain a fishing license before starting in the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's Degree in education, natural resources, parks and recreation, or closely related field.
OR
• Associate's Degree and 2 years of work experience in the education, natural resources, parks and recreation, or closely related field.
AND
• A valid driver's license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS BEYOND MINIMUM REQUIRED:
• Direct work experience implementing youth or community programs a plus.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions.
1. Provide on-site coordination of outdoor and environmental education programs.
2. Assist with outdoor and environmental education program preparation.
3. Lead education programs including general public, birthday parties, school field trips, and other.
4. Prepare and maintain program equipment and supplies.
5. Prepare flyers, brochures and other marketing tools.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Continuous high level of customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with a variety of audiences.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Experience teaching others, especially youth.
• Experience working with diverse communities.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Proven ability to work well with others.
• Ability to work flexible hours (evenings, weekends, and holidays).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows computer applications.
• Knowledge of natural history and outdoor recreation programming/equipment.
• Willing to learn and perform other duties.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed inside and outside County buildings. The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of walking, standing, crouching, or riding over rough, uneven terrain. There may be intermittent exposure to varied weather conditions on the worksite that occasionally necessitates the use of weather appropriate dress attire, gloves, etc. This position may involve driving a County vehicle and/or a personal vehicle. This position may involve lifting up to 25 pounds.
SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process for this classification will consist of a screening of your training and experience from the application materials submitted.
Dakota County Employee Relations
www.co.dakota.mn.us
Main Number 651.438.4435
(contact 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday)