Job Title

GRASSY WATERS NATURALIST

Department

Public Utilities/Nature Center

City Information

The City of West Palm Beach is a municipality where high performers blossom and operational excellence is a hallmark. To maintain and build upon its stellar workforce, the City is strongly committed to providing its employees with competitive salaries that are at or above market and comprehensive health and retirement benefits that are second to none.  In furtherance of these goals, the City has implemented a new salary structure in which all non-public safety pay ranges and minimum starting salaries were increased by 7%. Additionally, all City positions including on-call and part time positions have a minimum hourly starting rate of $17.00 or higher.  Certain non-public safety positions may qualify for hybrid work arrangements under specific conditions.  If you are a high performer, seeking an opportunity to blossom and grow, we have a place for you in our workforce.  We invite you to join our team – apply today!

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Summary

Under limited supervision, plan, develop, and conduct programs to inform public of historical, natural, and scientific features of Grassy Waters Preserves; and performs other related duties and special projects as assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Which are not in any hierarchical order)

1. Leads or arranges for delivery of nature-based educational programs in the field, both onsite and offsite, to children and adults.

2. Provide supervision of students at all times during the duration of programs.

3. Assist Program Coordinators with design and development of new Environmental Education Programs for schools and interpretive programs for diverse audiences.

4. Assists in development of interpretive materials, signage, exhibits and brochures.

5. Leads field-based volunteer and community service projects including restoration plantings, and exotic removal.

6. Assists in promoting educational programs, through press releases, e-flyers, program calendars, social media and other relevant marketing materials.

7. Engages volunteers including development and facilitating training in the field and Nature Center.

8. Responsible for staffing Nature Center, greeting visitors and performing interpretation.

9. Responsible for assisting in maintain facility including performing routine safety inspections.

10. Conduct routine property maintenance tasks to ensure safety.

11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Salary

$23.75 hourly - Pay grade 50

Excellent benefits!

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Biological or Environmental Conservation, Natural Sciences or related field and one (1) year of experience in environmental education or related field is required, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.