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Part-time Job Opening

CITY OF ELGIN invites applications for the position of: Part Time Naturalist

SALARY: $11.00 - $15.00 Hourly OPENING DATE: 05/15/13 CLOSING DATE: 09/06/13 11:59 PM GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK: Under the direction of the Program Supervisor of the Parks and Recreation Department, the Part-Time Naturalist is responsible for the development, execution, and evaluation of educational, social, and interpretive programs as well as develops and leads restoration activities at Hawthorne Hill Nature Center. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:: ·         In coordination with the Recreation Supervisor, develop, execute, and evaluate all programs at Hawthorne Hill Nature Center. ·         Build relationships with community groups including but not limited to museums, YMCA, YWCA, Boys & Girls Club, and schools.  ·         Work with community groups to create cooperative programs. ·         Open nature center for public visitation. ·         Maintain and expand the volunteer base for the nature center. ·         Public Relations: including answering telephones, greeting visitors and answering questions. ·         Lead and educate volunteers in restoration efforts. ·         Responsible for following and implementing nature center and City policies. ·         Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures. ·         Ability to work well with limited supervision and demonstrate flexibility. OTHER: ·         Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university with major course work in the natural sciences or related field, or three years of related experience, training or equivalent combination preferred. ·         Must have knowledge and experience pertaining to wildlife, natural history, and local flora and fauna. ·         Certification in CPR and AED required with 6 months of employment. ·         Experience working with children in an educational setting. ·         Must have valid Illinois Driver’s license. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Naturalist will be required to open the building for open hours which are: Friday 4:00 – 7:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. The Naturalist has no established hours, but is required to invest the time necessary to produce exceptional results. Weekend and evening hours will be required.  This is a year round position where the person will manage hours throughout the year, but shall not exceed 1,000.   APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://cityofelgin.org Tim Bennett 150 Dexter Court Elgin, IL 60120 847-931-6049 847-931-5906 (F) bennett_t@cityofelgin.org Position #2013051501 PART TIME NATURALIST TB Part Time Naturalist Supplemental Questionnaire * 1. Do you have experience working in a nature center or working in a similiar type of environment? Yes    No 2. If yes, please explain your experience. * Required Question

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