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Job Title Naturalist Corps.
Job ID 4091
Location _Gooseberry Falls State Park
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Job Class: Intern / State Summer Aide
Working Title: Naturalist Corps.
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 03/24/2016
Closing Date: 04/07/2016
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit: Parks & Trails / Region 2 / Gooseberry Falls State Park
Work Shift/Work Hours: Varies - 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Days of Work: Varies, Monday through Sunday
Travel Required: Yes
Salary Range: $12.00/hourly
Classified Status: Non-Status
Job Summary
Job Summary
**To Ensure Consideration You Must Follow The Instructions In The Additional Requirements Section Below.**
This posting is being used to fill 1 summer Naturalist Corps position. Work hours vary, but will include afternoons/evenings, weekends, and include some holidays. Summer 3.5
month positions are from early to mid-May through Labor Day (flexible, varies according to school year and state park). For more state park information, see DNR website.
Gooseberry Falls State Park is a high-use, fast-paced park. Naturalist Corps may be required to travel to provide programming at Split Rock Lighthouse State Park and other
outreach locations. They will be asked to conduct well established programs, create new programs on subjects relating directly to north shore natural and cultural history. They
must be comfortable working independently and interacting informally with the public for extended periods of time.
Selected applicant will be REQUIRED to attend a 3-day training held May 25th and May 27th, 2016. This statewide naturalist training may be held BEFORE the regular 3.5
month summer position begins depending on start date. Uniforms are provided.
Responsibilities include:
Assist the Park Naturalist in presenting & or leading programs and activities to a variety of audiences ranging from children to adults (about 85% of the job involves public
speaking to large through small groups of visitors). These programs may include nature walks, campfire talks, demonstrations, PowerPoint presentations, outdoor skills
building, and other activities that relate to the park’s natural, cultural, historical & or recreational resources.
Assist the Park Naturalist in conducting roving interpretation in high-use areas of the park. This may include developing a short interpretive talk on one of the natural, cultural or
recreational resources that also features appropriate props or quick hands-on activities for the visitors to do.
Staff the park's visitor center and answer questions received from the public. Read prepared materials and become familiar with the park's points of interest, facilities and trails
in order to provide the public with accurate park information. Keep brochures available for the public and maintain exhibits in a clean and orderly manner.
Assist the Park Naturalist in planning and preparing interpretive signs, audio-visual media, handouts, or other special projects as assigned.
Assist park staff in conducting resource management activities such as invasive species control, plant and animal inventories and research, and seed harvesting.
Special projects and training as assigned. This may include projects that relate to cultural or natural resource research, park operations or regional or statewide interpretive
projects or training activities.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
(Must be a permanent resident of Minnesota.
Must be EITHER in an approved college internship program and have completed one year of post-secondary education (college/tech school, etc.) OR have graduated with a
two or four year degree in a natural resource related field (i.e. biology, botany, fish and wildlife, forestry, Minnesota natural or cultural history, environmental studies, natural
resources management, environmental/outdoor education or related).
Effective verbal/written communications/interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Coursework in public speaking or communications, i.e. interpersonal or mass communication, or persuasion.
Public speaking experience.
Coursework in natural or cultural interpretation or environmental education.
Naturalist Corps experience or other naturalist experience.
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Additional Requirements:
By e-mail or FAX, SEND A COVER LETTER, within the posting period, which includes the following:
1) In the subject line, state this posting ID number 4091 along with your first and last name.
2) Cover letter must state that you are a permanent Minnesota resident, that you have completed one year of post-secondary education and that you will be on an approved college
internship OR that you have graduated with a two or four year degree in a natural resources related field. You must provide a transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable). Electronic
application materials must be in .doc or .pdf formats.
3) Two references
4) Responses to the following two questions:
a) Describe any volunteer or work experience directly related to the job duties noted above that are not included on your resume.
b) Describe knowledge and experience in recreational activities (hunting, fishing, hiking, canoeing, birding, etc.)
Cover letter should be sent directly to Audrey Butts, by e-mail, at audrey.butts@state.mn.us. **Label your attachments with your name in subject line**
This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver's License with a clear driving record. It is policy of the Department of the Natural Resources that those offered employment
submit to a background check prior to employment. All job offers are contingent upon passing the following components:
1. Criminal history check
2. Driver's license history
3. Reference checks
Application Details
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the bottom of this page and submit an application/resume that clearly describes how you meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If you are unable to apply
online, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637 . FAILURE TO SUBMIT THE MATERIALS REQUESTED IN THE "ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS" SECTION
ABOVE, WILL RESULT IN NO FURTHER CONSIDERATION.
For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Contact
If you have questions about the position, contact Audrey Butts at audrey.butts@state.mn.us or 218.595.7106
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans.
The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job
application system, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637
or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.
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