Hkdc Nature Programs Facilitator I - Saint Charles, United States - St Charles Park District

St Charles Park District

Verified Company

Saint Charles, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Job Summary - About the Role
Deliver high quality recreation services for residents, visitors and the St. Charles community by adhering to the District's safety and administrative policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

This position is well suited for someone who is professional, enthusiastic, and comfortable in public speaking settings and has a pleasant personality.

Work record must show reliability, initiative, tact and productivity. Must have basic understanding of regional ecosystems, including plant and animal life. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including students, families and the general public. Interpretation of natural resources in formal and informal program settings. Excellent customer service skills.

Willingness to work in a variety of weather conditions and flexibility to work nights and weekends as nature center operations demand.

Need to Have:

Bachelors degree in Environmental Education, Natural Resources or Biological sciences preferred, or the equivalent in other work, education and experience.

Experience communicating information about the natural world to a variety of audiences in a non-formal education setting preferred

Essential Functions of the Position

Park District Cornerstones

Follow all departmental safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of Park District's safety and risk management program.
Work cooperatively and collaboratively with residents, colleagues, the public, PDRMA and other agencies or organizations as delegated.
Recommends improvements and efficiencies to better accomplish individual and district goals in the best interests of the St. Charles Park District community.
Comply with park district policies and administrative procedures.

Responsibilities

Under the direction and supervision of the Nature Programs Supervisor and the Nature Programs Coordinator the Part Time Nature Programs Facilitator I shall complete his or her assigned duties to the best of his or her abilities, offering suggestions of better ways to accomplish tasks and be ever mindful of the best interests of the Park District and fellow employees.

This position is part-time as defined within the Park District's Personnel Practices Manual. Generally described, this position averages 15 hours per week on an annual basis.

This position requires extensive knowledge and ability to**:

Present nature programs and other visitor experiences for a variety of audiences
Participate in program setup and teardown
Attend program training sessions and develop proficiency in program content and concepts
Greet program participants in a friendly and professional manner o Facilitate casual visitor experiences at the Hickory Knolls Discovery Center and in park district natural areas o Assist in the care of live animals in the center's exhibit areas
Provide customer service, including reservation and event assistance for the center's rental customers
Answer telephones, greet and accommodate customers
Assist Hickory Knolls Discovery Center staff in the completion of their duties
Maintain orderly, professional and safe workspaces
Have a working knowledge of and ability to communicate and enforce Park District procedures, rules and policies

Marginal Functions of the Position

Perform light cleaning and custodial duties
Assume other responsibilities as assigned

Physical and Environmental Requirements
Position or Activity

Frequently

46-100% of the time

Occasionally

16-45% of the time

Rarely

0-15% of the time

Sitting
X

**Walking
**X

Climbing
X

Balancing
X

**Stooping/Kneeling
**X

**Crouching
**X

Crawling
X

Reaching
X

**Handling/Feeling
**X

**Standing
**X

**Strength
1-40lbs

Requires a range of hearing and vision that allows the employee to safely complete the essential duties of the position with or without assistive devices, corrective lenses and/or glasses and/or a reasonable accommodation.

**EEO Statement and Accommodations