Seasonal Naturalist

State of Nebraska; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Nebraska, Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33, is seeking a Seasonal Naturalist to join the Schramm Education Center education team in Gretna, NE. This full-time, temporary role runs Tue–Sat or Sun–Thu based on candidate preference, with pay at $15.99 per hour.

Responsibilities include planning, coordinating, and delivering educational programs for park visitors and school groups; assisting with center operations, animal care, and daily customer service duties.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: at least three months experience in a recreational area, scenic attraction, hospitality, historical, retail or customer service setting, agricultural setting, or related coursework/training.
• Experience in education, natural sciences and outdoor recreation/skills preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver education programs for park visitors and field trip groups.
• Assist with housekeeping and maintenance of Education Center facilities and daily animal care.
• Provide customer service, answer phones, take payments and answer questions.
• Possible duties at nearby parks and events as needed.

Skills

Educating people

Communication

Outdoor recreation basics

Education

Three months experience in recreation/education

Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33
Location:
Gretna, NE
Hiring Rate:
$15.990
Job Posting:
JR2026-00029685 Seasonal Naturalist (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
10-22-2026
Job Description:
JOB DUTIES: Schramm Education Center/Schramm Park State Recreation Area is seeking a naturalist to join our outdoor education team. Individual will assist the Outdoor Education Specialists with planning, coordination, and delivery of education programs for park visitors and field trip groups. Education programs are offered to a range of audiences and may include science content, outdoor skills (fishing, sling shots, bird watching, etc.), guided hikes, night programs, special events and more. In addition to educational and interpretative programs, individual will assist with housekeeping and maintenance of Education Center facilities and daily animal care. Individual will perform customer service activities, such as answering phones, taking payments, and answering questions. Perform related work as required. Naturalists may assist with programs and events at nearby parks (including Platte River State Park, Eugene T. Mahoney State Park, Louisville State Recreation Area, and Two Rivers State Recreation Area) as needed.

This is a full-time, temporary position with a work schedule of Tuesday – Saturday or Sunday – Thursday based on candidate preference.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications : At least three months experience working in a recreational area, scenic attraction, hospitality, historical, retail or customer service setting, agricultural setting, or related coursework/training.

Other: Experience working in a recreational area, scenic attraction or historical setting, retail or customer service setting, or related coursework, training or experience. Prefer coursework, training or experience in education, natural sciences and outdoor recreation/skills. Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

We are seeking a candidate with:

Knowledge of : Nebraska plant and animal species, natural resources, and outdoor recreation activities; basic science and ecological principles; animal care; safe work procedures; group management; education principles and practices.

Skills in: educating people of all levels and interests; communicating clearly with people from a variety of backgrounds; entry level outdoor recreation practices.

Ability to : communicate and effectively educate the public; provide excellent customer service and apply proper phone etiquette; understand and follow instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers; recognize safety hazards and take steps to correct the situation; bend, stoop, climb, reach frequently; work outdoors; remain standing and/or walking for long periods of time; ability to drive a vehicle for work purposes.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.