Park Naturalist: Inform, Educate & Engage Visitors

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 34,020 - 98,450; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor provides a detailed overview of the Park Naturalist role in the United States. The position involves planning and conducting educational programs about parks, emergency duties, visitor services, and facility operations. Essential skills include speaking, writing, and critical thinking. The projected job growth is 6.3% annually, with salaries ranging from $34,020 to $98,450, depending on location. Park naturalists can expect to contribute to public education and environmental awareness through diverse programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform emergency duties to protect human life and natural features.
• Construct visitor-center displays.
• Consult with staff for park programs.
• Provide visitor services and information.
• Prepare brochures and write articles.
• Assist with general facilities operations.

Skills

Speaking

Reading Comprehension

Social Perceptiveness

Critical Thinking

Active Listening

Writing

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Microsoft PowerPoint

Web browser software

Data entry software

Email software

Adobe Acrobat

POS software

Mapping software

Adobe PageMaker

Job description

Course Advisor provides a detailed overview of the Park Naturalist role in the United States. The position involves planning and conducting educational programs about parks, emergency duties, visitor services, and facility operations. Essential skills include speaking, writing, and critical thinking. The projected job growth is 6.3% annually, with salaries ranging from $34,020 to $98,450, depending on location. Park naturalists can expect to contribute to public education and environmental awareness through diverse programs.