Program Coordinator and Naturalist - Auburn, United States - Placer Nature Center

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Job Description

Programs Coordinator and Naturalist Position Recruitment

The Programs Coordinator and Naturalist (Coordinator) are assigned to the Placer Nature Center and report to the Executive Director or designee. The reporting location is the Placer Nature Center Office. The position requires some Saturdays. Upon approval from the supervisor, the position may report to off-site locations. The position is 25 to 30 hours per week, beginning at $18.00 per hour and advancing to $19.00 per hour with a Naturalist Certificate. OPEN UNTIL FILLED

60% ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION:

Provide on and off-site environmental science school programs based on the California State Standards. Plan, organize, and lead all Educational Programs, Green Birthdays, some Saturday events, Summer Day Camps, and other community group programs, ensuring that they are taught according to the requirements set forth by the curriculum and mission of PNC.

10% VOLUNTEER COORDINATION

Responsible for training and supervising docent and student volunteers who provide programming to visitors.

12% PROGRAM COORDINATION

Responsible for coordinating school programs, including registration, fee collection, staff coverage site preparation, and required reporting. Maintains materials bins and drawers with all necessary materials. Promotes programs on social media.

10% GARDENING, HOUSEKEEPING AND MAINTENANCE

Performs periodic cleanliness checks of the PNC and restroom interiors, exteriors, and adjacent landscaped areas and cleans as necessary. Housekeeping includes litter pickup, sweeping, mopping, emptying trash cans, cleaning sinks, toilets, windows, walls, and counters, basic cleaning of office equipment, and watering flowers, shrubs, and grass. Washes and details park vehicles as directed.

8% ACCOUNTABILITY/COMPUTER AND INTERNET USE

Accurately accounts for all income, including fees collected. Prepares basic bookkeeping and database/ accountability reports as needed. Accounts for supplies and equipment used in the programs, submits purchase requests, and receives purchases of supplies and materials.

Able to use computer and essential software, Google Docs, and e-mail to communicate with staff and the public. Responsible for maintaining password security and program integrity. For more information and to request an application, contact Kathy Davidson at Phone Or go to the Website ,/get-involved/employment-opportunities/