About this role
What we need:
We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of intermittent Naturalist Aide within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Burr Oak State Park, assigned to Morgan County. The address is 10220 Burr Oak Lodge Rd, Glouster, OH 45732. To learn more about Burr Oak State Park, please visit https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/burr-oak-state-park.
What you will do…
• Research, develop & plan interpretive & recreational programs
• Assist groups, clubs & schools with park projects
• Plan & coordinate special events (e.g. workshops, community festivals)
• Assist with maintaining trails, nature center & park office
• Perform public relations & marketing activities
• Hourly pay of $21.19/hr.
Duration...
Limited to 1000 hours in a fiscal year
Work hours and conditions...
• Works outside exposed to weather, venomous reptiles or infectious animal bites & scratches
• Must be able to provide own transportation
• Successful completion of an annual seasonal naturalist training session is required to remain in the classification after employment
Please note...
This is a maximum duration, 1000-hour intermittent (unclassified) position for the Division of Parks & Watercraft.
This intermittent position will remain at step 1 of the pay range. This intermittent position is not eligible for benefits (e.g., vision, dental, life, health insurance, holiday pay, leave accruals [vacation, personal, sick], any other paid leave, shift differential, pay supplements, etc.).
1 course or 3 mos. exp. in biology; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in botany; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in zoology; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in outdoor safety practices; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations.
-Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.
Job Skills: Natural Resources
Other facts
About Ohio Department of Administrative Services
Employment with the State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – it is a privilege to serve our families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state. We are a team of dedicated public servants committed to high performance, innovative thinking, and delivering excellent and efficient services. Our goal is to recruit and retain the best talent for our positions, because when we have the best talent, we get the best results for our community. We are #TeamOhio.
What you'll do
- The Naturalist Aide will research, develop, and plan interpretive and recreational programs while assisting groups with park projects. They will also coordinate special events and help maintain park facilities.
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