Naturalist Aide
Company: HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT
Location: Hayward
Posted on: May 17, 2022
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Job Description:
Job DetailsLevelEntryJob LocationHayward Area Recreation
District (HARD) - Hayward, CAPosition TypeHourlySalary Range$15.61
- $21.07 HourlyDo you love the outdoors? Do you enjoy chatting with
people about nature and animals? Join the education team at Sulphur
Creek Nature Center as a Naturalist Aide. Welcome guests to our
serene park and help to educate them about our local wildlife in
the Naturalist Aide position. The primary responsibilities of this
position are interacting with the public and assisting with daily
operations at Sulphur Creek. Candidates may be asked to present on
biofacts (like a snake skeleton or fur) or may be asked to guide
guests around the park. The ideal candidate will be outgoing,
energetic, flexible, and able to work in teams. The candidate will
be required to work one weekend day.POSITION SUMMARYUnder general
supervision of the Recreation Coordinator II, the Naturalist Aide
assists with administration duties and in preparation of
interpretive programming, outreach and camp programs; assists with
program and scheduling, assists with donations, assists with
organization of program supplies, equipment and materials necessary
for programming and/or events, provides positive public relations,
provides accurate information on programs and services in person
and over the phone, assists with inventory, files paperwork,
assists with organization and maintenance of the instructional
museum as per the position. The position is responsible for
welcoming and representing the District during programs and events,
maintaining and organizing a clean and safe multiuse space;
supporting the district in providing quality programs, services and
excellent customer service.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSIncumbents
in this class are primarily responsible for assisting with program
preparations, reports and general duties to assist with operations,
marketing, and special events. This class can be distinguished from
the Naturalist class as this is entry level into nature program
unit.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Assist with program
preparations and/or administration dutiesAssist with marketing and
outreach of programs and eventsAssist with organization and
monitoring of donations and suppliesOrganize and maintain a safe
and clean office and program spaceReport any repairs or maintenance
needed on any equipment/tools used for instructional
museum/exhibits or storageAssist with enforcing safety guidelines,
District policies and proceduresAssist with registration. rental
program, and reporting processProvide administrative support
including file updating and management, returning emails and phone
class, and data entryPerforms other duties as assignedWORK
ENVIRONMENTEmployees predominantly work outdoors and/or an
office/classroom environment with loud noise levels, cold and hot
temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road/surface hazards,
vibration, chemicals, cleaning agents, mechanical and/or electrical
hazards, and hazardous physical substances, odors, and fumes.
Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private
representatives in interpreting and enforcing safety and
departmental policies and procedures. Incumbents may be assigned an
irregular working schedule including weekends, early mornings,
evenings and holidays and may have to travel between various
locations.PHYSICAL DEMANDSMust possess strength, stamina, and
mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work, to work around
machines, to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment;
vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing
and speech to communicate in person, over the telephone or radio.
The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in
operational areas to perform work. Finger dexterity is needed to
access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, to
operate tools and equipment, or handle animals. Positions in this
classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform
work. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and
pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds and heavier
weights with the use of proper equipment.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
REQUIREMENTSAbility and Skill to:Self-motivated, can work
independently with minimum supervision and/or a teamOrganized and
detail orientedAbility to work in and serve a diverse
communityUnderstand and carry out oral and written
instructionsMaintain professional and effective working
relationships with othersStrong communication skillsBi-lingual is
desirableKnowledge of:Administrative support in an office
settingSmall office equipment such as computers, copy machines,
projectors, and streamingBasic cash handling and
accountingEducation/Experience/Training:High School Diploma or
equivalent (G.E.D)Proven experience in MS Office programs: Excel,
Word, Access, OutlookExperience in Active Net desiredExperience in
photoshop and database programs desiredSome experience in basic
animal care or receptionist duties desiredSpecial
Requirements:Strong interest and desire to work with native
wildlife and or bay-estuary wildlifeMust be able to work weekends
and eveningsMust be 16+ years oldVerification of ID and ability
work in the USAAbility to obtain First Aid and CPR certification
requiredProvide proof of negative TB Skin TestPossession of a valid
CA Drivers LicenseAny offer of employment to an adult employee who
will have direct contact with minors is conditional upon a
satisfactory fingerprint clearance and background check (DOJ)
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