Temp- Turtle Outreach Position

Nova Southeastern University; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition waiver

Competitive salary

Job summary

A not-for-profit university in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a dedicated individual for a role in marine turtle conservation outreach. The position involves conducting educational presentations and participating in community events focused on conservation efforts. Ideal candidates should have a High School Diploma and the ability to work evenings and weekends. This temporary role is open only to current employees of the Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program. Competitive hourly pay is offered, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Must be able to communicate conservation messages effectively.
• Must maintain working relationships with contracted staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach in line with marine turtle conservation strategies.
• Present educational presentations to the public.
• Participate in local outreach events across Broward County.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southwestern University!

Nova Southwestern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southwestern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university.

We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southwestern University.

Primary Purpose:

Conduct outreach in congruent with marine turtle conservation strategies outlined in the Marine Turtle Permit and Guidelines as set forth by FWC under the supervision of an FWC permitted Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation program administrator, Principle Investigator, or Project Manager. All applicants must already be an employee of the Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program in order to be considered. Temporary employment is of limited duration, and under the terms of NSU's benefits plan and policies, not eligible for company benefits.

Job Category: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience

Pay Basis: Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding? Yes

Essential Job Functions:

1. Present an educational presentation to the general public
2. Participate in local outreach events throughout the community including but not limited to table talks, school events, hatchling releases, and other events around Broward County
3. Participate in public and private hatchling releases within Broward County

Job Requirements:

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

1. Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends
2. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
3. Communicate messages of conservation effectively to member of the community
4. Be able to communicate and maintain working relationships with all contracted staff, volunteers, County and Federal employees, and the general public at all times

Required Certifications/Licensures: Must be able to complete all required training modules for each component of beach monitoring activities

Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Major (if required): Biology or related science

Required Experience: Must already be an employee of the Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program

Preferred Qualifications:

Is this a safety sensitive position? No

Background Screening Required? No

Pre-Employment Conditions:

Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southwestern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.