Environmental Educator Assistant (Intermittent)

Ramsey-County,-Mn; White Bear Township (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Ramsey County Parks and Recreation is seeking an Environmental Educator Assistant to support Tamarack Nature Center and other county facilities. The role includes answering calls, guiding visitors, assisting with live animal care, and helping set up programs and events.

Responsibilities cover inventory, maintenance of equipment and supplies, and delivering environmental education programs for all ages. The position is intermittent with weekend hours, requiring regular attendance per the schedule

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephone calls and respond to public inquiries concerning Tamarack Nature Center and other County facilities; explain park rules and answer questions about natural history topics; conduct user surveys.
• Assist in the maintenance of Tamarack Nature Center’s collections by taking inventory of recreation equipment, organizing supplies, and keeping records.
• Contribute to the general operation of Tamarack Nature Center by keeping the building clean and well maintained, including setting up and taking down equipment and supplies for programs, sweeping, mopping, shoveling, cleaning and vacuuming.
• Present environmental education programs for all ages and audiences on natural history and outdoor recreation topics; assist in delivering special programs and events.
• Rent cross-country ski and snowshoe equipment, collect rental fees, fill out rental forms and account for money received.

Education

High School graduate, or equivalent.

Job description

The current vacancies are in the Parks and Recreation department. The eligibility list created by these vacancies may be used to hire other vacancies in the department.

To perform customer service and program support duties, such as answering telephones, talking with visitors about a variety of natural history topics, directing clients or visitors to proper location, setting up and taking down equipment and supplies for programs, assisting with live animal care, selling and collecting tickets; presenting environmental education and recreation programs in Ramsey County parks and open space, primarily at Tamarack Nature Center (TNC); and to perform related duties as assigned.

Work hours for this intermittent role vary depending on departmental or community need but will require working a minimum of 2x a month on Saturdays and/or Sundays.

1. Answer telephone calls and respond to public inquiries concerning Tamarack Nature Center and other County facilities; explain park rules and answer a variety of questions about natural history topics; and conduct user surveys.
2. Assist in the maintenance of Tamarack Nature Center’s collections by taking inventory of recreation equipment, organizing supplies, and keeping records and files as directed by supervisor.
3. Contribute to the general operation of Tamarack Nature Center by keeping the building clean and well maintained, including setting up and taking down equipment and supplies for programs, sweeping, mopping, shoveling, cleaning, and vacuuming.
4. Present environmental education programs for all ages and audiences on natural history and outdoor recreation topics; and assist in the delivery of special programs and events.
5. Rent cross-country ski and snowshoe equipment, collect rental fees, fill out rental forms and account for money received.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this work and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position’s management approved work schedule is required.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1, 2, 3, 4, 5.

Education:

High School graduate, or equivalent.

Experience:

None.

The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:

• Training and Experience Rating = 100%

The examination Environmental Educator Assistant will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on your answers to the questions – do not mark “see resume” or “see work history” as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely. Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.

Eligible List:

The names of all applicants who have submitted a completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as an Environmental Educator Assistant. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Applicants will remain on the list for 90 days or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted.

Veteran's Preference:

This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process.

Criminal Background Checks:

All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

E-Verify Participation:

Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.

Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives to be equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.

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