Site Host

National Audubon Society, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading organization in wildlife conservation as a Site Host at the Mitchell Lake Audubon Center. This part-time, seasonal role allows you to make a direct impact in ensuring guest safety and securing the facility. You will assist with keeping the center operational after hours, providing a vital service surrounded by nature. RV accommodations are provided on-site, encouraging work campers to apply for this unique opportunity.

Qualifications

• Must have an RV and personal cell phone.
• Experience in park or wilderness settings preferred.
• First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Open/Close the front gate to visitors.
• Provide assistance in facility rentals.
• Check trails and restock supplies.

Skills

Decision making

Customer service

Self-motivation

Reliability

Public speaking

Education

Valid driver’s license

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Mitchell Lake Audubon Center is a 1,200-acre wildlife refuge, located in south San Antonio, TX. The property is owned by the local water utility, San Antonio Water System (SAWS), and managed by the National Audubon Society. The historic Leeper House serves as its visitor center, with a small education pavilion on property. The site includes 7.5 miles of both walking and/or driving trails.

The center and the surrounding grounds are open year-round and attract visitors from all over the world. Being a part of the Audubon team means making a difference for conservation. The Site Host position is a part-time, seasonal position assisting with essential end of day and after hours’ functions related to guest safety and facility support and security. Site Hosts support Mitchell Lake Audubon Center by ensuring all visitors have left the property at the close of business hours and securing the gates and parking lot. Training provided as needed.

Site Hosts can expect to work an average of 5-10 hours per scheduled week. This position is based on workcamper/park host positions at state and national parks across the country.

The Site Host positions are filled by RV campers and are required to live on-site in their personal RV on one of Audubon’s two RV pads. RV sites are equipped with water, sewer, and electricity hook-ups. Site Hosts share closing responsibilities with staff as needed.

Compensation:

$15.00 / hour

Additional Job Description

Essential Functions:

Open/Close the front gate to visitors at the appropriate time.

Provide assistance in set-up/clean-up of facility rentals.

Check trails and roads before opening/closing for obstacles due to weather, overgrowth, or visitors.

Check/restock supplies at the pavilion bathroom during opening/closing.

Check/restock supplies at center bathrooms during opening/closing.

Communicate supply and maintenance needs to the Center Resource Coordinator.

Provide customer service support as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

Must have an RV, a valid driver’s license, and a personal cell phone with the service provider.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office required

Ability to make sound decisions related to safety and security.

Must be eager to learn and share knowledge.

Must be comfortable working with youth and the public.

Must be self-motivated and able to both follow directions and work independently.

Must demonstrate the ability to be reliable and punctual.

Ability to drive utility vehicle, ATV, riding mower, tractor, and/or 12-15 passenger van a plus.

Preferred experience as a park host or work camper in a state or national park setting.

Preferred experience in general maintenance, working with the public, and/or in customer service roles.

Bird and plant identification experience (especially as it relates to Texas) is a plus but not required.

Ability to walk at least 2 miles to conduct trail sweep preferred.

Ability to lead walking tours and programs while outdoors on and off-trail preferred.

Experience with active, outdoor work, including hiking and observing wildlife in physically strenuous settings, variable weather conditions, remote locations, and hazardous terrain preferred.

First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

EEO Statement

The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.

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