Educational Naturalist, Recreation Arts Instructor (NCS) - Baltimore City Recreation and Parks

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION Salary Range: $15.00 - $54.60 Hourly Starting Pay: $18.00 - $20.00Hourly Get to Know Us Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or are interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits Job Summary The Education Naturalist is a professional position with primary responsibility for developing, implementing, delivering, and arranging educational programs for Carrie Murray Nature Center in Gwynns Falls Leakin Park This position reports to Parks Administrator/Director of Carrie Murray Nature Center. While performing essential functions, the Education Naturalist is regularly required to walk, stand, see, speak, and hear; frequently required to hike, sit, reach, use hands to manipulate objects or tools, and work in all weather conditions; and often required are the abilities to lift, carry, bend, and stoop. Essential Functions Programs: Delivers or arranges for delivery of nature-based and place-based educational programs, both onsite and offsite, to children and adults. Maintains and expands upon current educational programs as appropriate. Recommends new programs, including those to be funded through regular operating stream and those requiring grant funding. Develops and implements recommended programs as approved. Markets educational programs, maximizing use of no-cost options. Interprets Nature Center and Gwynns Falls Leakin Parks to children and adults using generally accepted nature interpretation techniques. Leads or arranges for leadership of interpretive trail hikes on Nature Center property. Organizes and orders program materials & supplies as approved. Establishes annual and monthly program calendars for on-site educational programs. Tracks attendance at programs. Community Relations: Develops and maintains positive linkages with schools, libraries, Board, committees, and other appropriate community constituents Contributes to the development and operation of strong teams to enhance Nature Center programs and position. Distributes agency brochures throughout the target areas, recommending changes and/or reorder times. Participates in appropriate community events to promote Nature Center Administration & General: Staffs office as assigned, performing telephone, public relations, and relevant office tasks in a timely and professional manner. Prepares monthly, annual, and other periodic reports analyzing and summarizing program attendance, successes, challenges, and other relevant information. Maximizes use of limited resources through donations, volunteers, and creativity. Uses environmentally friendly materials, tools, and equipment whenever possible. Participates in marketing via social media. Supports all Nature Center activities, assisting as appropriate/assigned Volunteers: Assists Volunteer Coordinator in the training of volunteers, focusing on those delivering or assisting with programs, leading interpretive hikes, or providing property maintenance tasks. Engages volunteers in all aspects of program as appropriate. Organizes relevant program tasks for completion by volunteers Property Maintenance: General Grounds Maintenance: mulching, weeding, weed whacking, trash pickup. Cleaning and organization of outdoor spaces: compost area, aviary, outdoor classroom, fire circle, etc., gazebos, etc. General cleaning of indoor spaces: kitchen, animal room, bathrooms, lodge, hallways, office Animal Care: Support animal care naturalists by providing general animal care tasks: fluffing substrate, feeding, water changes, etc. Handle live animal ambassadors when leading programs for the public Minimum Qualifications Education: Must have completed at least 2 years of college or equivalent 2 years of related work experience AND Experience: Experience working with children, especially outdoors. OR Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Pediatric First Aid/CPR, can be obtained after hire Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong organizational skills Ability to develop and implement dynamic educational programs Ability to learn new approaches, philosophies, and best practices in environmental education Ability to promote and respect diversity of ethnic, cultural, linguistic backgrounds and, physical and mental abilities Possession of and ability to transmit enthusiasm about nature and education Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong problem analysis and problem-solving skills Ability to build, develop, and maintain strong teams among a variety of constituents Ability to work independently Proven ability to think creatively, recommend and implement resourceful strategies Facility with Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail, and standard office equipment Reliable transportation Additional Information Background Check Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint screening, and must be successfully completed. Probation All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a 6-month mandatory probation. Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodation should not be attached to the application. BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER In the City of Baltimore we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more? Explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! Questions regarding the application process should be directed to the Department of Human Resources Office of Recruitment at (410) 396-3860, 711 (TTY), 7 E. Redwood Street, 16th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202 or send an email to Recruitment