Parks and Recreation Aide 3 - Nature Museum Educator - Harriman State Park (7 positions)

Job Description:

Parks and Recreation Aide 3 - Nature Museum Educator - Harriman State Park (7 positions)

Description

Duties Description

Under the supervision of the coordinator, the Nature Museum Educator will educate the public through exhibits, tours, and programs offered by the museums. The successful candidate will receive training in outdoor education.
Duties of the position include, but are not limited to:
• Design, maintain, and interpret living and static exhibits for a small nature museum.
• Collect and care for native reptiles, amphibians, and fish under the direction of zookeeping personnel from Trailside Museums & Zoo.
• Conduct museum tours and nature programs for patrons of all ages.
• Maintain a safe, professional, and welcoming environment.
• Establish and cultivate a collaborative and respectful relationship with museum staff and coordinator.
• Perform light facility maintenance.
• Duties may be performed in different areas of a very large park.
• This position involves medium physical labor.
• Adhere to the agency’s Code of Conduct Policy and ensure compliance with all guidelines, policies, and procedures in the performance of daily tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

There are no minimum qualifications for this title per Civil Service.

Additional Comments

OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Knowledge of video production and creative abilities is preferred but not required.
• A current college student or graduate in Environmental Science/Studies, Natural History, Science Education, Outdoor/Environmental Education, Ecology or related field.
• Experience in a nature center or nature education may be substituted for the above.
• Working knowledge of local flora and fauna.
• Ability to handle and collect small animals.
• Applicants must possess a strong work ethic, be flexible and eager to try new adventures.
• Applicants must be willing to work in an area with limited telephone communication and internet.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.

BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employee’s Retirement System and may be eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage as well as the opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time and service requirements has been met.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Closing Date/Time: 05/01/25

Salary:

From $17.66 to $17.66 Hourly