Conservation Education & Service Steward — Trails

Student Conservation Association; Town of Knox (NY); Presencial; USD 20.000 - 25.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Insurance

Shared housing provided

Descripción de la vacante

Student Conservation Association seeks an Education and Service Project Steward for Thacher State Park, with potential work at Peebles Island State Park. You will recruit volunteers, assist with education programs, and help manage daily Nature Center operations.

The role blends field stewardship with public education, event planning, and occasional maintenance. A bachelor’s degree and a personal vehicle are required to support multiple parks in New York.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Biology, Environmental Studies, Education, or related field.
• Personal vehicle required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with unhappy patrons.
• Ability to work independently or with a partner.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in field stewardship projects and lead education programs.
• Coordinate and complete volunteer programs at Thacher Park, Thompson’s Lake Campground, and Peebles Island State Park.
• Engage with the public during events and programs.
• Support erosion control, trail sustainability, wildlife and habitat restoration.

Conocimientos

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Independence / teamwork

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

Personal vehicle

Descripción del empleo

Student Conservation Association seeks an Education and Service Project Steward for Thacher State Park, with potential work at Peebles Island State Park. You will recruit volunteers, assist with education programs, and help manage daily Nature Center operations.

The role blends field stewardship with public education, event planning, and occasional maintenance. A bachelor’s degree and a personal vehicle are required to support multiple parks in New York.