Naturalist/Boat Mate

CoolWorks.com - Jobs in Great Places; Homestead (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Naturalist/boat mate position at Biscayne National Park invites a dynamic team member to engage guests with interpretive talks, boat mate duties, and guided kayak trips from shore. You will help maintain boats and gear while collaborating with Master Captains to ensure safe, educational tours.

Applicants should have experience in naturalist interpretation or environmental education, strong customer-service skills, and be able to work weekends and lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Experience in naturalist interpretation or environmental education for groups.
• Expertise in customer service and problem solving.
• Enjoy outdoor/field work in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretive talks on Biscayne National Park ecology and history.
• Assist with docking, anchoring and boat mate duties.
• Independently guide shoreline kayak trips and help maintain boats and gear.

Skills

Naturalist interpretation

Customer service

Team environment

Water/field experience

Weekend/holiday availability

Strong swimming

CPR & Diver's First Aid training

Drug test compliant

9-hour shifts

Lift 50 lbs

Job description

The Naturalist/boat mate position is part of a team whose goal is to inspire guests and help them understand and appreciate Biscayne National Park. The Naturalist's primary responsibilities include interpretive talks, boat mate (helping with docking and anchoring), independently guiding kayak trips that depart from shore, and helping to maintain boats and gear. Talks are based around the ecology and history of Biscayne National Park and training will be provided on subjects and interpretation styles. This position will work closely with the Master Captains to provide a safe, fun and educational tour for the guests that visit Biscayne National Park.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with naturalist interpretation or environmental education in the field or formal presentations for groups.
• Expertise in customer service and problem solving skills.
• Enjoy working in a team environment in outdoor settings.
• Experience working on the water or in field settings.
• Enjoy working in various weather conditions. (Florida loves its rain)
• Be available to work weekends and holidays.
• Be a strong and confident swimmer.
• Be able to complete our safety courses for CPR and Diver's First Aid.
• Must be able to pass a drug test and agree to USCG regulated randomized drug testing while employed with us.
• Be able to work 9 hour days.
• Be able to lift 50 lbs.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This job description is intended only to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee in this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills or abilities required or persons so classified or assigned.